DUI Lawyers in Nashville, Tennessee
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The DUI lawyers in Nashville, Tennessee at the Rudd Law Offices can help you if you have been arrested for drunk driving or for driving while under the influence. The consequences you can face for being convicted of a DUI in Tennessee will depend on how drunk you were behind the wheel, and whether this is a first-time offense, or if this was a subsequent DUI offense.
If you are facing DUI charges, the drunk driving lawyers in Nashville, Tennessee at the Rudd Law Offices are here to help you. It is important to understand that even if you have been charged with a DUI, you have the right to your day in court and have the right to defend your innocence. Under Nashville, Tennessee’s implied consent laws, you could lose your driver’s license if you refuse to submit to a blood alcohol test if officers suspect you of committing a DUI.
If you have been arrested or charged with a DUI, a drunk driving lawyer in Nashville, Tennessee at the Rudd Law Offices may be able to assist you. We can review your case, and depending on the evidence against you, may be able to negotiate a plea deal, fight to have your charges dropped, or fight for reduced charges. When your reputation is on the line, hire a Nashville, Tennessee drunk driving law firm that can fight for the best possible outcome. Contact the Rudd Law Offices today.
Consequences of a DUI in Nashville, Tennessee
The consequences you can face for DUI charges in Nashville, Tennessee depend on whether this is your first-time DUI or a subsequent DUI, and how drunk you were when you were arrested or stopped by police. If this is your first DUI, you could face up to 11 months in jail, revocation of your driver’s license for up to one year, required drug and alcohol treatment, and additional fines and consequences. Individuals who want to continue driving with a restricted license may need to use an ignition interlock device, may need to pay fines up to $1,500, and pay license reinstatement fees. You could face drunk driving charges if you were found to have a blood alcohol concentration above 0.08. But if your blood alcohol concentration was above .20, you’ll face a minimum of seven consecutive days in jail, in addition to fines, drug and alcohol treatment and other consequences.
Yet, it is important to note that these consequences are just for first-time DUI offenders. If this is your second DUI, you could face license revocation for a longer period, required drug and alcohol treatment, a longer jail sentence, and the required use of an ignition interlock device. Fines and fees can be higher with a second DUI.
If this is your fourth or subsequent DUI, you could face felony charges, required minimum 150 days in jail, fines and fees up to $15,000, in addition to required drug and alcohol treatment, ignition interlock device, and the collateral consequences of having a felony DUI on your record.
Even a first-time DUI can have serious consequences. You can end up with a criminal record which can impact various aspects of your life, including your ability to obtain certain jobs, and your ability to travel to other countries. You may be required to have high-risk car insurance which can increase your long-term insurance costs. You may have to attend alcohol and drug treatment programs or use an ignition interlock device.
Regardless of whether you are facing misdemeanor drunk driving charges or felony charges, the consequences of a DUI can be serious. The drunk driving lawyers in Nashville, Tennessee at the Rudd Law Offices may be able to help you fight your charges. Contact our DUI lawyers today to learn more about how we can help you.