Beaverton DUI Lawyer
Have you recently gotten a DUI? Do you need a Beaverton DUI lawyer? Look no further, I got you. I’m up for the challenge. Whether a misdemeanor or felony DUII, I can help restore your driving privileges, navigate diversion, Driver’s License Suspension, and DMV Hearings. In the arena of DUI, we have seen it all. Contact us, we can help.
Misdemeanor or Felony DUII
Restore Driving Privileges
Diversion
Driver’s License Suspension
DMV Hearings
Beaverton DUI Law
Being faced with a DUI or drunk driving charge is a very traumatic and stressful event. You will most certainly need an experienced Beaverton DUI defense attorney by your side to help you navigate through the process. It will greatly help your situation to have representation who will not only immediately contact the District Attorney and judge but will also prepare your defense. Shannon Powel at Powell Law is the leading Beaverton DUI attorney and will fight tirelessly to help get your driving privileges reinstated.
“I hired Attorney Shannon Powell to represent a family member of mine that was promised by the courts that they would be going to jail. Shannon was empathetic, took the time to understand the situation, gather facts, build a solid case, and presented the case in a way to the courts that got us the best possible outcome possible. The case was unbelievably completely dismissed.
If we had used a court appointed attorney, I have absolutely no doubt that my family member would be in jail right now. If you or a family member are looking for a professional and effective attorney, I would gladly recommend Mr. Shannon to anyone regardless of the stakes at hand.”
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Mandatory DUI Penalties and Fines
When a person is convicted of a DUI for the first time, the court will suspend their driver’s license for a 1 year period as well as be fined $1000. If the person is then convicted of a second DUI within 5 years of the first, the court will suspend their license for a 3 year period and will be fined a minimum of $1500. If a third DUI conviction takes place, regardless of how long ago the previous ones occurred, the driver will have their license revoked for a lifetime combined with a minimum fine of $2000. Oregon law states a DUI as a Class A misdemeanor, except when the offender has been convicted of at least 3 DUI’s over a 10 year period to the date of the fourth offense. This would be considered a Class C felony.
● Class A Misdemeanor- punishable by up to 1 year in prison, a fine of up to $6,250, or both.
● Class C Felony- punishable by up to 5 years in prison, a possible fine of $125,000, or both.
If an offender commits a DUI while a passenger who is under 18 years of age is in the vehicle and the minor is at least three years younger than the person driving, the maximum fine is $10,000.
Some of these fines and punishments are the consequence of refusing to take a breath test or a failed breath test.
Ignition Interlock
In the state of Oregon, the Department of Transportation requires anyone who is convicted of a DUI to have a device called an Ignition Interlock to be installed in the vehicle of the offender. An Ignition Interlock Device, or IID, is installed in a vehicle to prevent a non-sober driver from operating the vehicle. When this device is installed, the driver of the car must blow into a mouthpiece. If alcohol is detected on their breath, the device records the failure and prevents the vehicle from starting. This device must be used for the first year of the driver’s license suspension. A two-year Ignition Interlock will be enforced with a second offense.
DUI Diversion Program
State laws often impose strict penalties for those driving under the influence. This may include jail time in many instances. That being said, everyone makes mistakes and deserves a second chance. This reason is the thinking behind the DUI Diversion Program. This program requires defendants to complete DUI classes, undergo alcohol treatment, submit to random urine tests, and also commit to community service. If and when these requirements are met, the DUI charges will be dropped.
Each state has varying requirements for this program but generally is limited to first-time offenders. Often, only cases where the blood alcohol concentration is below a certain level and no serious injury occurred will be allowed into the program. While you’re searching for Beaverton DUI lawyers, you should definitely ask them about this program as it might be just what you need.
DUI, DUII, or DWI
DUI in most states means “Driving Under the Influence.” The acronym DUII on the other hand means “Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants.” Elsewhere, this offense goes by the letters DWI, meaning “Driving While Intoxicated.” A good Beaverton DUI defense lawyer will work aggressively to have a DUI offense charge reduced to a reckless driving crime that carries a much lighter sentence.
Why You Need An Experienced Beaverton DUI Lawyer
When facing a DUI, trying to get answers to the numerous questions you will have by going to the internet will likely leave you with incorrect or outdated answers and can be extremely frustrating. The laws concerning DUI’s can be very confusing. You need a DUI attorney who knows Oregon law inside and out and has experience in the criminal justice system. Trying to navigate this process on your own can often lead to costly, missed deadlines. Having a lawyer clearly answer all your questions and giving you direction will no doubt be a great comfort during a trying time.
There is no need to walk this path alone. Shannon Powell of Powell Law has years of experience when it comes to dealing with DUI charges. He will explain the charges you are being faced with, recommend the best course of action, and be there to represent you in court. All the administrative details will be taken care of so you can sleep a little easier through the process.
Oregon Drunk Driving Laws
Drunk driving laws differ from state to state so it is important to know the specific laws enforced in the state you call home.
● Drivers under the age of 21 are considered legally drunk in the state of Oregon when ANY amount of alcohol is present in their blood.
● Drivers of commercial vehicles such as semi-trucks and school buses are considered legally drunk when their blood alcohol level is .04 percent or higher.
● Non-commercial drivers that are age 21 or older are considered to be legally drunk when their blood alcohol level is .08 percent or higher.
● A convicted DUI will remain on your record for life
A Beaverton DUI Lawyer Can Help Protect Your Driver’s License
A person under investigation who fails a breath test, under Oregon law, is subject to a 90-day suspension of their driver’s license. This means that their blood alcohol level would have been .08 or higher. If the person refuses to give a breath sample, the suspension imposed is 1-year. If the person has previously failed or refused a breath test, previously been enrolled in the DUI Diversion Program, or already been convicted of a DUI, the suspension period may be lengthened. These suspensions are imposed under the Oregon Implied Consent Law by the Oregon DMV, not by the courts as one may assume.
The accused has the right to fight the Consent suspension, but the request to do this must be submitted within 10 days of the person’s arrest. Your best chance of avoiding the suspension is to have a trusted Beaverton DUI lawyer representing you at your hearing.
Shannon Powel will aggressively fight to protect your license and do his absolute best to help you avoid suspension as well as any fines or penalties. Let Powell Law put their experience to work for you. We’re located just Highway-217 right by Clearview Roof Cleaning. We can help you with Portland car accident claims as well!
*Nothing herein constitutes legal advice. You should obtain independent legal counsel regarding your specific factual situation.
