OUI Defense Lawyer in Springfield
Drinking and Driving under 21
While drinking and driving can cause strict penalties and consequences, the penalties for OUI if you are under 21 years of age are much more severe. Massachusetts State law is known to have a zero tolerance policy for drinking and driving for those who are minors, as minors already have inexperience affecting their driving skills. A mere BAC of .02%, basically as little as one drink for most minors, is considered to be over the legal limit. The normal percentage for adults is .08%. Suspensions and penalties will follow an OUI, particularly if you refuse to take a breath test. This could leave you subject to a 3 year driver's license suspension.
Even though the standards used to judge a minor as being intoxicated are lower, the same defense strategies can still be used to challenge an underage OUI arrest. The Defense Attorney is still required to prove and provide evidence of the charges, including proving he had probable cause for a traffic stop and that you were the driver. As being involved in this situation is very serious, we highly recommend you obtain the services of a capable and skilled OUI Defense Attorney in Springfield to defend this charge in court. Although you are young and may not see how this will impact you later in life, it is not recommended to merely accept this charge. A criminal conviction can follow you for the rest of your life. The effects of any OUI conviction on your record are significant, and more so for minors. Having a criminal record can affect your future ability to obtain certain employment, as an employer may pull your record as part of the hiring process. Your record may disqualify you for a scholarship and it is certain your insurance will be increased dramatically for quite some time as well. Being aware of these consequences is important in any decision you make on how to handle your DUI charge.
Contact a Springfield OUI Defense Attorney
With the seriousness of these charges, we urge you to contact Western Massachusetts DUI Defense Group, for a FREE case analysis of your minor OUI case. We can help you determine your best options and direction to take for a defense. Knowing we all have financial issues, we will also work to minimize the severity of any penalties.
If you've been accused of an OUI-related charge by the Massachusetts State Police, Springfield Police Department, Holyoke Police Department, or any of the other Western Massachusetts law enforcement agencies, call our DUI Defense Attorneys for a no-obligation consultation. With the strong presence in Amherst of University of Massachusetts' flagship campus and four well-known private colleges, our OUI-Under 21 and OUI-Drug Defense Attorneys stay busy!
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When it comes to litigating under 21 OUI cases, our attorneys vigorously and tirelessly fight for clients, both in the District Court and at the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV). Our motto of "All Cases, All Hours, All Courts" explains our determination, drive, and accountability in obtaining the best possible result for our clients. Learn more about Massachusetts DUI laws in our FAQ Section, and then call (800) 583-3845 for a FREE Case Evaluation or contact us online.