DUI Sentencing Guidelines and Department of Licensing
Washington, like most other states throughout the nation, is cracking down on drunk driving. The legislature has adopted laws over the past decade that has significantly strengthened penalties for DUI/DWI convictions.
Drunk driving charges are serious criminal charges and should not be taken lightly. A conviction for drunk driving can result in a loss of driving privileges, public embarrassment, damage to your employment opportunities, and possibly a sentence in county jail or state prison. If you have a previous conviction and are on probation, a drunk driving offense will also likely be a probation violation.
If you have been charged with a DUI/DWI in the Greater Everett or Greater Seattle Metro Area, call the office of George T. Freeman at (425) 317-9000. We provide aggressive defense of men and women charged with drinking and driving.
At the time of your first hearing, we will immediately get to work to seek the best possible result in your case. We understand that this is a difficult time for you. We will do everything we can to make the legal process as simple as possible for you, and we will appear on your behalf at hearings, when possible, to allow you to attend work and keep up with your busy life..
DOL/DMV Hearings
Our firm takes a dual approach to handling DUI/DWI cases. In addition to handling the criminal side of your case, we also handle Department of Licensing hearings. Department of Licensing hearings are civil hearings concerning the rights of people to drive and operate motor vehicles. If you have been arrested for DUI/DWI, you have 30 days to request a telephone hearing with the Department of Licensing. The hearing will take place within 60 days of your arrest. Depending on the severity of the offense and a person's prior record, they may face the suspension or revocation of their license.
Our attorneys help people protect their driving privileges at Department of Licensing hearings, including requests for an occupational or restricted license for work, medical appointments, school, and other necessary tasks.
Court Sentencing Guideline for DUI Convictions and Administrative Sanctions
To learn more about your rights if you have been arrested for drinking and driving, call (425) 317-9000, or contact a lawyer online.
George T. Freeman, Inc., P.S.
3409 McDougall Ave Ste 288
Everett, WA 98201
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We represent clients in the Greater Everett Area Everett and Greater Metro Seattle Area of Washington, including Snohomish County, King County, Skagit County, Island County, Whatcom County, Snohomish, Marysville, Arlington, Lake Stevens, Mukilteo, Monroe, Granite Falls, Lynnwood, Whidbey Island, Camano Island, Seattle, Shoreline, Mount Vernon, La Conner, Bothell, Lake Forest Park, Mill Creek, Brier, Burlington, Bellingham, Renton, Bellevue, Redmond, Issaquah, Burien, Kent, Mercer Island, Bellevue, Oak Harbor, Coupeville, and Kirkland.
