Drink & Drug Driving Solicitors
Based in our Nuneaton city centre offices, our team of expert Drink and Drug Driving Solicitors have significant experience in successfully representing individuals accused of drink and drug driving-related offences. Our solicitors frequently defend clients against charges such as driving with excess alcohol, being drunk in charge of a vehicle, failing to provide a specimen, and driving whilst unfit.
Our specialist Motoring Offence Solicitors possess a deep understanding of the defences available for drink and drug driving offences and will immediately work to protect your interests and build a strong defence. We recognise how distressing and concerning these charges can be, especially if your livelihood depends on your driving licence. Our solicitors are familiar with the intimidating nature of the Court process and will strive to make you and your family feel at ease. Our team is highly adept at relieving your burden, ensuring you have the best motoring law defence team in Nuneaton, Warwickshire, and across the Midlands supporting you.
We are a diverse, multi-lingual law firm operating from our city centre offices in Nuneaton. Our solicitors utilise cutting-edge technology to provide clients with streamlined, modern, and highly effective motoring law advice and representation. With extensive experience in road traffic and criminal law, we have established relationships with some of the UK’s leading Barristers and King’s Counsel. Our clients also benefit from our ability to instruct the country’s top expert witnesses who can present the necessary evidence to support a not guilty plea or mitigate a sentence.
Common Questions about Drink and Drug Driving Offences
What is the offence of drunk driving?
It is an offence to operate a “mechanically propelled vehicle” on any road or place accessible to the public while over the prescribed alcohol limit. If convicted of drink driving, the Court can impose an unlimited fine, a sentence of up to six months imprisonment, and a driving disqualification of at least 12 months. A second offence within ten years will result in a minimum three-year disqualification.
Facing the Court for these offences can have serious implications and be a very stressful experience. We can advise you on potential defences, the possibility of having the prosecution dropped, or achieving the best possible outcome regarding sentencing.
Can I be convicted of drug driving?
Driving with a certain level of illegal drugs in your blood or if you’re unfit to drive due to legal or illegal drugs is an offence. The police have roadside testing kits for cannabis and cocaine and may also conduct impairment tests to assess your fitness to drive. If you fail these tests or the police believe you are unfit, you will be arrested and taken to the station for a blood or urine test.
These procedures must be conducted correctly, and we can advise you if any errors might lead to a successful defence. Penalties for drug driving include an unlimited fine, up to six months imprisonment, and a minimum 12-month driving ban.
What is the special reasons defence?
In some cases, it may be possible to avoid disqualification if there are “special reasons” for the offence. This applies where there is no defence to the charge, but the circumstances surrounding the offence might lead the Court to decide against imposing a driving ban.
Special reasons can include:
- Your drinks were spiked without your knowledge, leading to you being over the limit.
- You drove a very short distance with minimal risk to others.
- You had to drive due to an emergency situation.
Arguing special reasons is complex and often requires expert evidence. Our Drink and Drug Driving Solicitors have substantial experience in presenting these defences and have a strong track record of success.
Why Choose Us
Our solicitors regularly defend clients facing motoring charges at the police station and in both the Magistrates’ and Crown Courts. We can also assist with appeals against disqualification and applications for early reinstatement of your licence.
In some cases, we may be able to secure legal aid. Where legal aid is not available, we offer reasonable and transparent fees, and can often provide a fixed fee to alleviate concerns about legal costs.
No matter the charges against you, you are entitled to a defence. We do not judge our clients; our sole aim is to defend you against the prosecution’s allegations. By instructing us, you can improve your chances of acquittal or a reduced sentence. The most crucial step is to contact us as soon as you are taken to the police station.
Cocks Lloyd Solicitors provides exceptional Drink & Drug Driving Solicitors and Motoring Offences services to clients. People choose and recommend us not just in Nuneaton, Tamworth, Atherstone, Hinckley and Leicester, but across Warwickshire, Staffordshire, Leicestershire and the West Midlands, and the whole of the UK, because we get results.
To receive expert advice and representation regarding Drink & Drug Driving Solicitors and Motoring Offences, please contact us using the form below, call us on (0247) 6641642, email via the Request a Callback form on this contact page.