DUI in Gig Harbor

Being arrested for a DUI in Gig Harbor is humiliating, but it's nothing when compared to the repercussions of a criminal conviction. If you're found guilty of DUI in Washington, you face mandatory and discretionary penalties that can have a long-lasting impact on your life. There are a variety of drunk driving crimes outlined in Washington State law, and these include minor DUI, physical control violation, felony DUI, racing, and marijuana DUI, among others.

Most of the Gig Harbor drivers that our DUI attorneys represent have never been arrested before and don't consider themselves to be criminals. Here at the Law Office of Jason S. Newcombe, we feel the same way. Our lawyers understand that sometimes honest, hard-working people make mistakes, and are hoping the court will show them some level of leniency. If you're ready to put this embarrassing event behind you and move on with your life, you should take immediate steps to minimize the damage a DUI conviction can cause.

Our Gig Harbor DUI lawyers have resolved countless drunk driving cases, both for first time offenders and those with prior convictions. Most drivers arrested for drunk driving had no intention of breaking the law, and in some instances they didn't. Most clients we represent are eager to stay out of jail and keep their driver's license, so this is obviously one of our priorities when handling a case.

Prosecutors in Washington often seek maximum punishments for persons charged with DUI. If you're convicted of DUI and have no prior convictions, you face mandatory penalties that include fines of up to $5,000, 364 days in jail, and the suspension of your driver's license. If you have previous DUI convictions, your penalties may be even more severe, and the court is less likely to show leniency.

We've been practicing law in Washington State for more than 30 combined years, which means our Gig Harbor DUI lawyers are well suited to help you handle these serious charges.

After being arrested for a DUI, it's normal to feel anxious about the uncertainty of your future. Will you go to jail? Will you be able to drive to work? Will your car insurance rates skyrocket? Simply knowing what steps must be taken to resolve your Gig Harbor DUI may be especially confusing.

When handling any Gig Harbor DUI case, we seek a positive resolution, but this means different things to different people. Some may feel as though they were unfairly accused and want the charges dismissed. Others may acknowledge that their own actions led to an arrest, and are hopeful that they can maintain their driving privileges and stay out of jail.

The first step is to talk to one of our Gig Harbor DUI lawyers, without cost, and discuss your options in detail. It may be possible to have your Gig Harbor DUI case dismissed if you were pulled over by the police without just cause, or if the device used to measure your BAC (blood alcohol content) was not calibrated according to Washington State regulations.

If it's necessary for you to travel across the US/Canada border for work or some other reason, please note that a DUI conviction will likely prevent you from enjoying this privilege. This may be devastating for some Gig Harbor residents.

Numerous other factors may be relevant to your Gig Harbor DUI case, so schedule your own free consultation with one of our experienced litigators, and decide whether you would benefit from experienced legal counsel.