Driving With License Suspended

Offenders who are convicted of more than one DUI offense can be given repeat offender status. The penalties imposed upon repeat offenders are more severe to try to prevent these offenders from committing further offenses. There are also penalties in place for offenders who are caught driving with a suspended license. This is called Driving With License Suspended (DWLS). A first DWLS can result in up to 93 days in jail and fines up to $500.

Defense lawyers frequently argue that tests used by the police to measure blood alcohol levels in women are flawed because most of these tests are calibrated using a “average” sized male and because there is some scientifice evidence that women metabolize alcohol differently than men.

During the Horizontal Eye Test the Officer will ask you to follow his finger using only your eyes and not moving your entire head. A sober person (assuming no physical or age impairments) will have no problem with this exercise, but someone who is intoxicated will display abnormal eye jerking. Based on his findings the Officer will shine a light into your eyes and check pupil dilation.

There are many factors that can affect the results of a blood or breath test at DUI conviction. A good DUI lawyer on your side will give you your best chance at showing reasonable doubt. A good DUI lawyer will also be aware of the many potential defenses, strategies and tactics that can be used. Remember, you must be found guilty of the DUI-related offense beyond a reasonable doubt to be convicted.