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If you’re facing a DUI charge in London, get help from professionals. Posner, Craig, Stein (PCS) has skilled defence lawyers with lots of experience. Known for our wide knowledge, we strongly defend your rights and reputation. Even though accusations might be daunting, we make sure they don’t harm your reputation or future. With PCS LLP by your side, you have a trustworthy ally to help you through DUI charges, offering continuous support. Protect your rights with our committed team in London.

Driving under the influence (DUI), also known as impaired driving, includes different violations like impaired driving, surpassing the legal alcohol limit (“80 and Over”), and not providing a breath sample when asked during traffic stops.

DUI happens when someone drives a vehicle while affected by alcohol, drugs, or both. “80 and over” means having a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) higher than the legal limit of 80 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres of blood, or 0.08.

DUI-related accidents that cause injury, bodily harm, or death are serious crimes, which can result in long jail terms, sometimes over 8 years. Therefore, the laws about drinking and driving in London are strict.

Police have the authority to ask for a breath sample during traffic stops, and if you refuse to provide it, you’re likely to face charges. The same applies to breathalyzer tests at police stations. Drivers who refuse to take these tests may get fines and DUI charges.

It’s important to know that young, novice, and commercial vehicle drivers face a zero-tolerance policy. If they have any alcohol or cannabis in their system, they could face serious consequences, including criminal charges if they’re found to be impaired.

If you’re convicted of drinking and driving, you’ll face certain punishments, even if you’ve never been in trouble with the law before. These consequences can be harsh, such as losing your driver’s licence for a year or longer, having your car taken away, receiving hefty fines, ending up with a permanent criminal record, possibly going to jail, and having to pay higher insurance rates.

Successfully defending DUI cases is challenging and requires expertise. Sometimes, involving a toxicologist and using the Charter of Rights and Freedoms to exclude evidence are necessary steps. In London, handling these cases effectively requires a lawyer with deep legal knowledge who can carefully consider all available defence strategies.

Achieving success in your DUI case means:

• • Retaining your driver’s license
  • Avoiding incarceration
  • Preventing a criminal record
  • Reducing auto insurance expenses
  • Avoiding complications at the U.S. border
  • Preserving your positive reputation in the community

Posner, Craig, Stein focuses on DUI cases in London and throughout Ontario, known for their litigation expertise. Schedule a private consultation at our office, by phone, or via virtual meeting to explore your options confidentially. Our experienced DUI and impaired driving lawyers are dedicated to advocating for justice in your case.