Desperatly need advice (got a DUI)

[Ir0n PhReAk]

I drank quit a bit at the club Saturday night b/c we had a designated driver. Then when we got back I decided I wanted to go to a frieds how at about 4a.m. It was only about a 4 mile drive and I was almost there and got pulled over. I blew like a .293, I believe thats pretty high but I hadn't ate anything all day and have a fairly high tolerance to alcohol. I was able to have my friend come and get me and have yet to tell my parents.(I'm 22 and am currently living at home) Its going to be hard telling them, they are SO disappointed in me already for my actions as of late. For you people who know about this stuff I have a few questions I would love to have answered. Do I need to get a lawyer? Will I lose my license?? This is my first D.U.I. and I have one speeding ticket on my license. Also will I most likley lose my insurance? I am to appear in court tomorrow but am hoping to get it postponed as I'm going to have trouble getting out of work. If anyone can give me some insight I would be very grateful.

 

[WODIN]

Get a lawyer. Look for one that specializes in DUI. Your parents reaction are the least of your worries.

 

[kbook71]

I got a dwi about the same age...it's gonna stick with you for about 10 years...that means every time you get a ticket and try to get it reduced, your dui pops up and that'll cause the judge to think twice about reducing your sentence...get a REAL good dui lawyer...most states have a mandatory class, license suspension/revocation....use the net to see what your state's laws are and start saving your money to absorb the lawyer's fees, increased insurance cost and fines levied by the state/county you are in...

 

[Taffy]

You want advice???

Take responsibility for your actions.
Grow up.
And I personally feel that Drunk Drivers deserve everything that the law courts give them. (and more).

 

[Julez]

Sorry to sound callous mate, but I have NO time for drunk drivers. I guess as a nurse, particually one that usually works in ITU, I see the unnecesary and usually horific consequences.

I drink but I would never ever drive, not even with one.

Anyway, I'm not going to lecture you..... probably being having enough of that from other parties.

I'll share this though. My own dad got caught twice, first time they threw the book at him(12 months ban, £2000 fine)- deserved it. He had no solicitor.

The second time(about 4 years later) he got caught in MY car of all bloody things. Now this car was a really sooped up Mustang, I mean the works, even in the US it would stand out(and probably hear it from here!) But really, drinking and driving in that car..... like the police were allways pulling me anyway(a lot of the time out of curiosity, I think).

We thought he was going to jail, and let me tell you my dad is not the sort that could do time easy. So he hired a highly recommended solitor and got off with a 3 year ban and...... a £2000 fine!


So, the advice is get a bloody good solicitor(or lawyer as you say).

 

[Ir0n PhReAk]

Thanks for the advice guys.
Taffy and Julez- I agree with you guys, I know i was VERY wrong for driving, even if it was only a couple miles.

 

[BoneCruncher]

In slightly related news today I got busted doing 45km (Im australian) over the limit which is punishable with a 6 month suspension and a $1500 dollar fine.

I couldnt believe my luck when he told me that he was feeling leniant and he was going to give me a chance, as it turns out he gave me NO ticket just a small fine for having a bald front left tire, a 6 month suspension would have truly ruined me I cannot believe I got off for no reason other than the officers compassion.

 

[mekannik]

Get a GOOD (DUI) lawyer and about $3,000.

Hopefully you didn't sign anything or give any type of an admission of guilt.

If you have a clean driving record/no criminal past - you can most likely get the first one bumped down to a moving violation, which will NOT show up as a DUI (so don't get another one - or you are fuc#ed).

Most likely you will have to do community service or attend 10 AA meetings (to see how you could turn out if you keep drinking).

As for your parents - you're 22. Suck it up. They will still be your parents - but you will have to re-earn their trust.

 

[Ir0n PhReAk]

Thanks again guys. Anyone else care to share their experiences? It kinda helps hearing from other people that have been through this.

 

[rudedawg]

Re: You want advice???

Take responsibility for your actions.
Grow up.
And I personally feel that Drunk Drivers deserve everything that the law courts give them. (and more).

Ditto that. I have done it but never got caught and THANK GOD never hurt anyone and for that I do thank God daily.