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Impaired Driving
Defending Charges of Impaired Driving in Brampton & Orangeville
Throughout Ontario, an increasing number of arrests are being made for impaired driving and Driving Under Influence (DUI). Not only are the police more vigilant, but the legal consequences of these charges have become more severe over the years. You can face criminal charges if your blood alcohol content (BAC) is “80 and over”, even if your control over the vehicle hasn’t lessened.
At Richard Allman Law Office, we understand that being charged with a DUI is confusing because it’s often unexpected. Most people don’t know the legal process around this charge, so navigating through them can be difficult. This is why we provide expert defence for impaired driving charges across Brampton and Orangeville. If you’re facing criminal charges of impaired driving, Richard Allman will assist you with the legal process and assess your file for any defences. We’ve helped many people like you by defending their rights over the years. Rest assured, when you come to us, you will get the representation you deserve.
Charges
The various charges related to impaired driving and DUI are:
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Impaired driving: If a police officer believes that being under the influence of drugs or alcohol restricts your driving ability, you can face this charge. Often, these charges come from physical observations such as slurred speech, poor driving, and diminished motor skills.
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Over 80 PLUS mg: As the name suggests, this charge is when the driver in question has over 80 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood.
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Refusing to provide a breath sample: Denying to give a breath sample to a police officer at a police station or roadside traffic stop can lead to this charge. This charge can also occur if the samples provided are inadequate.
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Care and control: Police officers can charge you with impaired driving. This charge occurs when they believe you have care and control of the vehicle while impaired under the assumption that you had similar control while driving.
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Underage impaired driving: These charges occur when an underage driver is believed to be impaired. Generally, the tolerance for this charge is extremely low.
Would you like to learn more about the charges associated with DUI and impaired driving in Orangeville and Brampton? Please reach out to our team. You can find out more valuable information in our testimonials section.
How We Help
Richard Allman has years of experience in impaired driving cases. We adopt personalized legal strategies based on the facts surrounding your case. Some of the many approaches we might use to defend you are:
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Questioning the motivations of the police for obtaining a breath sample from you.
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Exclusion of evidence by the police officer.
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Questioning the technicalities of the breathalyzer and the sample collection process.
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And more.
When accused of impaired driving in Orangeville and Brampton, urgency is key. We urge you to make an appointment with our lawyer at the earliest.
Why Hire an Impaired Driving Lawyer in Orangeville or Brampton?
It is more important than ever to hire an impaired driving lawyer in Orangeville and the surrounding areas once you have been charged with drunk or impaired driving. Ontario’s penalties have become more severe over the past several years. For first offenders, what once was a slap on the wrist is now a hefty $1,000.00 fine.
Some Possible Consequences of Not Hiring an Experienced Criminal Lawyer to Defend You Are:
You May Lose Your Licence for a Period :
You may lose your license absolutely for 3-6 months at minimum, followed by a requirement to install an interlock device on any motor vehicle you operate for some time as ordered by the court. Try to imagine not being able to drive yourself anywhere. It is a possibility if you are convicted of impaired driving.
You May Have to Install an Ignition Interlock Device :
If you are looking to reduce your driving suspension, not only will this intrusive device need to be installed in your vehicle, but you will need to do so at your own expense.
You’ll Lose a Lot of Money :
That $1,000.00 minimum fine for impaired driving offences we quoted earlier? That may be just a “drop in the bucket” if you are a repeat offender. After your first offence, the judge can decide your fine amount. If you are convicted of any drinking or driving offence, you will need to take Ontario’s Back on Track program, which is a requirement to earn your licence back. You are assumed to absorb the cost of this program.
Possible Restrictions to Travel Outside Canada :
Were you planning on travelling to the States or outside of Canada? You may be denied entry due to your impaired driving offence.
Do you have any questions regarding impaired driving charges in Orangeville? Send them to us, and we’ll get back to you. You can also find out more on our blogs.
Why Choose Richard Allman to Defend You
When you face the possibility of being criminally charged, you want the best possible help. Richard Allman is an accomplished lawyer with years of experience as an impaired driving lawyer in Orangeville. He has guided many over the years with great success. Some reasons to choose him are:
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Expertise with experience - Richard Allman has nearly 30 years of experience providing strong legal defence to clients like you. His legal know-how will allow him to design the right legal defence for you.
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Always there for you - We understand that situations requiring legal help can fall on you anytime. An unresponsive law office is the last thing you need when you have been arrested or charged by a family member. Richard Allman is available to provide his legal advice round the clock, every day of the week.
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Reasonable rates - We provide quality legal advice at reasonable prices in Orangeville. When you come to us, we give priority to upholding your rights. With Richard Allman Law Office, you don't have to worry about hefty fees and payments.
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