DUI Attorney
Nashville, Tennessee
As an adult over the age of 21, it is socially acceptable to partake in a pint of beer or glass of wine after a tough day at the office. An alcoholic beverage can quickly provide a bit of rest and relaxation to a stressed-filled mind, but there are limits. If you cross those limits and become fully intoxicated, driving should officially be eliminated from your list of activities.
Being arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a serious charge that could result in severe consequences. Whether it’s your first offense or seventh offense, it is wise to consult an experienced DUI attorney in Nashville, Tennessee to fight for your innocence and avoid complicated DUI penalties.
New DUI Penalty Legislation
If you’ve incurred a DUI arrest but haven’t been to trial, there is new legislation—as of January 2011—to be aware of. After making bond, you may now be required to comply with one of several bond conditions including:Ignition Interlock Device
This mechanism is installed to your vehicle’s dashboard and requires you to exhale into it before you are able to start the vehicle. Like a breathalyzer, the Ignition Interlock Device ensures that your blood-alcohol concentration is under a specific percent. If not, your vehicle will not start.It may also randomly require another breath sample while driving to ensure the driver has given the initial sample. If the new test exceeds the limit, your vehicle horn will sound and lights will flash until the ignition is turned off or a clean sample is given.
SCRAM Bracelet and Testing
The SCRAM bracelet monitors the alcohol content of your blood. This bracelet incorporates continuous alcohol monitoring and house arrest into one. It performs over 48 alcohol tests per day and transmits all data at least once during the day.
Others charged with DUIs are being required to simply submit themselves each week for mandatory blood/urine screening for drugs and/or alcohol. These conditions of bond are being required as a result of new legislation for offenders charged with DUI second or more.
The above restrictions and regulations are being enforced up until the offender goes to trial, or until the charges are otherwise resolved by plea. There are sometimes circumstances by which you might be relieved of these conditions of bond by filing a Motion with the Court prior to your trial date, and your attorney can help you determine your eligibility for such pre-trial Motions.
Contact Our Nashville, Tennessee DUI Attorneys
At Ridings Law Group, P.C., we understand the fear, anxiety, and confusion that may accompany a DUI arrest, especially as the laws continue to change, and Ridings Law Group, P.C wants to help you. Because DUI penalties can range from years in prison to lifetime revocation of your license, we are here to investigate the circumstance of your charges and fight for your innocence. We will determine if there are valid reasons to challenge the stop, or if any part of the arrest might lead to a reduction, an acquittal, or a dismissal of your charges.We have been representing those who have been charged with Driving Under the Influence for over 13 years, and we have the skills and knowledge to defend your rights in negotiations and at trial. Furthermore, Attorney David Ridings has, as a former police officer, made numerous DUI arrests and knows how cases are built from the streets. Who would you rather have beside you in Court? If you’ve been arrest for DUI, contact Ridings Law Group, P.C. for experienced legal advice and representation you can count on.
