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Do you lose your license automatically with a DUI conviction? How?
Asked on May 26th, 2015 on DUI/DWI - Utah
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I was charged with a DUI with a BAC of 0.1. I understand that I really should not have been driving, but I also do not feel like this was so terribly over the legal limit, and they are threatening to take my license away. I cannot get to work without driving, so this is really important to me. Is there a way for me to keep my license?
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If this s a first offense, and it took place in Wisconsin, you are eligible for an occupational license. The waiting period is either no days, or 15 days. (They've change it a few times.) The occupational will permit you to drive to and from work, to a place of worship, and probably to certain other limited destinations. The minimum period of suspension is 6 months, and it could be more. Please keep in mind that the OWI laws have zero flexibility: if you are over the limit, you are guilty of the offense. If you are only a little above the limit, or a lot, affects the penalty, but not the question of guilt or innocence. I suggest you consult an experienced lawyer. It's almost always worth the investment. Good Luck.
Answered on May 28th, 2015 at 4:55 PM
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Loss of license is mandatory. The only possible way around would be if the court agreed to the installation of an interlock on your vehicle. This is a machine that you blow into each time you start your car. There is also a small camera installed that photographs you blowing into the machine so as to ensure that you do not have other people blowing for you.
Answered on May 27th, 2015 at 2:55 PM
You need to hire a DUI specialist, and do it soon because you have only 10 days to save your license.
Answered on May 27th, 2015 at 12:11 AM
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I need all the circumstances. Properly presented on a first conviction a restricted license could be available.
Answered on May 27th, 2015 at 12:10 AM
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I'm assuming that you were given a pink paper when you were arrested and the your original license was taken away. This pink paper is a temporary license and is valid for 30 days from the date of your arrest. In order to challenge your license suspension, you must request a hearing with DMV within 10 days of receiving the temporary license. If you have not hired an attorney to represent you, you should do so immediately.
Answered on May 27th, 2015 at 12:10 AM
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As a minor you lose it for a year. After one month you can apply for a hardship license.
Answered on May 27th, 2015 at 12:06 AM
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In response to your DUI Post: I am a criminal defense attorney with more than 17 years experience on DUI cases. If you would like to discuss your case, please contact me. Some important information- DMV Issues - If you have been served with a Notice of Revocation, then you have 7 days to request a hearing. Please do that immediately by going to your local DMV office, tell them you got a DUI and you want to request a hearing. They will give you a form. DO NOT REQUEST THE OFFICER. We can do that later if we choose to, but most often it means you will lose. The receipt DMV gives you allows you to drive until the day of the hearing. Request a copy of the Expressed Consent Packet. Evidence Issues - It would be valuable to immediately request all police reports, including all audio and video recordings from dash recorders, lapel recorders and police station recorders from the police agency that arrested you and the prosecution. Include in your written request a statement that you believe the audio and video recordings are material and exculpatory. Make sure you get a copy of your request with the date, signature and name of the person that you give it to. Representation begins when client pays attorney an agreed upon retainer and returns a signed fee agreement.
Answered on May 27th, 2015 at 12:05 AM
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You need to consult with an attorney and retain one for this charge. If you cannot afford an attorney you need to have the court appoint you one. This is a serious charge and it sounds like you have already identified some of the implications of a conviction.
Answered on May 27th, 2015 at 12:04 AM