A drink driving charge carries serious consequences. Our specialist solicitors provide expert defence at every stage of the process.
In England and Wales, the drink driving limit is 35 micrograms per 100ml of breath. A conviction for drink driving typically carries a minimum 12-month ban, a fine, and a criminal record. For high readings or repeat offences, custody is a real possibility.
Our solicitors review every aspect: the legality of the initial stop, the breathalyser equipment and its calibration, how the test was administered, and whether all legal procedures were correctly followed.
We examine the Intoxilyzer or Evidential Breath Testing device used — calibration, maintenance records and test procedure.
Lab errors, chain of custody issues and split sample analysis can all form grounds for a successful defence.
If you consumed alcohol after driving but before the test, this may form a valid defence if the evidence supports it.
Even if guilty, we can argue special reasons to avoid or reduce a ban — such as a genuine emergency situation.
Contact us immediately for a free, confidential consultation. We can help.
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