DUI Defense Lynnwood WA
Been arrested for DUI in the surrounding cities of Lynnwood?
You are not alone, did you know that on average over 100 persons are arrested for this offense in both King and Snohomish Counties every month.
The next step is to find the best attorney for you and your case. Some of you might find an attorney through a referral from their friends or family. This is how most of my clients over my years of practice have learned about me.
The fact that I am a former prosecutor for the City of Seattle and the State of Washington seems to be important to my clients because I consequently understand both sides of the offense and all it’s defenses. Also important is the fact that have now over 20 years of experience practicing law in many courts and before many judges.
If you are facing DUI charges. You may have questions about this DUI charge that you are facing, just give me a call and know that I have helped hundreds of persons with DUI to effectively resolve this important situation.
First Offense Penalties in the State of Washington –
The state of Washington has a tiered system for sentencing regarding DUI cases with lower penalties for offenders with .08 blood alcohol content (BAC). Higher penalties for offenders possessing a BAC at or above.15. Violations such as refusal to submit or associated criminal charges related to a given DUI arrest may incur additional administrative or criminal penalties.
Administrative Penalties –
Upon arrest, drivers facing first offense DUI charges face mandatory license suspension of at least ninety (90) days. If BAC in excess of .15 drivers face license suspension of up to one (1)year, unless otherwise successfully contested at the administrative hearing.
Attempts to reinstate may require use of ignition interlock device, pending the case-specific nature of the court’s sentencing in first offense cases.
Attempts to reinstate following suspension require SR-22 insurance coverage in Washington.
Criminal Penalties –
First offense convictions carry mandatory incarceration of one (1); two(2) days for offenders with BAC in excess of .15%. Maximum incarceration in either case cannot exceed one (1) year.
The State of Washington may employ a form of community control. This know as electronic home monitoring. In lieu of mandatory incarceration for a period of fifteen (15) days or thirty (30) days, depending on BAC of driver.
There are financial fines too which can cost up to and over $5,000.
For DUI Second Offense – You may spend some time in jail.
This is a serious situation, don’t hesitate call today and receive a free initial consultation.
For a DUI Attorney Lynnwood, Seattle, Everett or Edmonds, Washington, contact DUI Defense Attorney Marke Schnackenberg.
Call or TEXT at: 206-228-0496
