Crestview DUI Lawyer

We have all been in a situation where we are enjoying time with our friends. Maybe it is a holiday cookout, celebrating a birthday, or just getting together for a good time here in beautiful Okaloosa County. Being with the people you love is a wonderful thing, and naturally, many times, the perfect complement to the evening is our favorite alcoholic beverage. If you have made that decision, there is another decision you need to make as well, and that is to refrain from driving.

However, no one is perfect, and sometimes we convince ourselves that we are good to go. After all, we did not drink that much, we could probably make it home. Once you hit the road, you unfortunately might see those flashing lights behind you, and subsequently, are arrested and charged with a DUI. It is never a good situation, but it does not have to ruin your life. With the right Crestview DUI defense lawyer, you could significantly lessen your punishment.

Meet Our Team of Crestview DUI Lawyers:

Timothy W. Shaw

Michael Flowers

What Can a Crestview DUI Defense Attorney Do For You?

If you have been charged with DUI, you may think that you just want to get it over with, plead guilty, and accept your punishment. ASG Legal is here to tell you that you have many options ahead of you. Experienced Crestview DUI lawyers will most likely be able to get you a lesser charge, or possibly a lesser punishment, than if you just plead guilty from the start.

There are a lot of things to keep in mind when it comes to a DUI case. First, the police will need to prove that they had a legitimate reason for pulling you over. Next, they will need to provide proof that you were intoxicated while you were driving. Typically this will be done through a field sobriety test, a breathalyzer, or both. Lastly, the judge will consider if this is your first offense, and how far above the legal limit of .08 you actually were. At first it might seem like an open and shut case, but with an experienced Crestview DUI attorney, that might not be the case.

Punishments You Could Receive

As stated before, there are a number of things to take into account when a judge decides your punishment if you are found guilty of DUI. If you have been a law-abiding citizen and have no previous arrest record whatsoever, they might be a little more lenient than those who have been in trouble before. Therefore, you should find a Crestview DUI attorney that has years of experience when it comes to litigating a DUI case.

It is not uncommon for someone who is found guilty of a DUI for the first time to receive one, or more, of the following punishments:

  • Fines

  • Suspended License

  • Probation

  • Community Service

  • Impounded Vehicle

  • DUI Risk Assessment/Training

  • Jail Time

These are just some of the punishments the judge could levy and finding the right Crestview DUI defense lawyer can go a long way towards a more favorable outcome.

Driving Any Vehicle Under the Influence

One common misconception is that you can only get a DUI when driving a standard vehicle on the road, such as a car, truck, or SUV. This is not the case however. If you are intoxicated and operating any vehicle on a public road, you are at risk for DUI. This includes a bicycle, lawnmower, all-terrain vehicle, golf cart, or anything you can drive while on the roadways.

Furthermore, you do not need to be on a road at all to be charged with a DUI, as operating a boat under the influence of alcohol is also illegal. This is especially a problem in Okaloosa County as boating opportunities are plentiful. Just like getting a DUI in a car, boating under the influence is a serious crime and you should avoid it at all costs. The punishment for this crime is similar to a standard DUI, and the circumstances surrounding the arrest, and your prior arrest record, also play into the trial. Therefore, hiring a Crestview DUI lawyer to represent you during the trial is a good idea for boating under the influence as well.

If you, or someone you know, has been charged with a DUI, contact ASG Legal immediately. We can help go over your case, and get you the most favorable outcome possible. We also serve Fort Walton Beach, Miramar Beach, Destin, and surrounding areas.