Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors
London Solicitor
5 Solicitors
Does not accept legal aid
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Drink driving is a serious motoring offence under UK law, involving operating or attempting to operate a vehicle while above the legal alcohol limit. If found guilty, penalties can include mandatory disqualification, fines, and even imprisonment—especially for repeat offenders or cases with aggravated circumstances. Seeking legal representation early can help you understand your options and potentially reduce the impact on your driving record and personal life.
Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors
Solicitor London W6 7PJ
Drink Driving Solicitor London
5 Solicitors
Does not accept legal aid
Hollingsworth Edwards is a highly reputable and successful law firm based in West London, representing clients across the UK and internationally. With expertise in a wide range of legal areas, including criminal law, fraud, employment, family law, divorce,...
James Tomkins
London NW10 4UA
Drink Driving Solicitor London
32 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
James Tomkins is a highly experienced litigation and dispute resolution lawyer based in London, with 32 years of expertise in civil, commercial, and employment law. He is a Director at Hodders Law Limited and leads the firm's Litigation...
James Byrne
Stockport SK5 7DL
Drink Driving Solicitor Stockport
34 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
James Byrne is an experienced solicitor based in Stockport, with a career spanning over four decades. He graduated from Manchester University Law School in 1986 and qualified as a solicitor in 1990. Throughout his extensive career, James has...
Ademola AKILO
Luton LU1 2QH
Drink Driving Solicitor Luton
27 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Drink Driving
Ademola AKILO, a lawyer based in Luton, brings over 27 years of experience in a wide range of legal fields, including criminal law, fraud, motoring, family law, divorce, civil partnerships, immigration litigation, court claims, and healthcare law. Ademola...
James Melvin
Guildford GU1 2AB
Drink Driving Solicitor Guildford
26 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
James Melvin, an independent lawyer in Guildford, specializes in criminal law, fraud, and motoring offenses. With over 26 years of experience, James Melvin offers comprehensive legal services in various areas, including: Criminal Defense: Representing clients facing criminal charges, ensuring...
Qarrar SOMJI
Birmingham B12 0NS
Drink Driving Solicitor Birmingham
11 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Qarrar Somji is a solicitor based in Birmingham, specializing in a wide range of legal areas, including Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Bankruptcy, Civil Litigation, Court Claims, Defamation, Dispute Resolution, Divorce, Employment Law, Family Law, Insolvency, Landlord & Tenant Litigation, Neighbour Disputes, Tribunals, Trust & Estate Disputes, and Wills. With his extensive experience across...
Patrick Campbell
Solicitor Stockport SK5 7DL
Drink Driving Solicitor Stockport
3 Solicitors
Established in 2005
Does not accept legal aid
I am a solicitor and one of the founding partners of BCM Law LLP, and have over twenty years experience in the legal profession. Before setting up BCM I worked for a leading motoring offence Solicitors. I have...
What is drink driving in the UK?
- Legal alcohol limits: In England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, the limit is 35 micrograms of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath (80 mg per 100 ml of blood). Scotland enforces a lower limit of 22 micrograms per 100 ml of breath (50 mg per 100 ml of blood).
- Testing methods: Roadside breathalyser tests are common. Drivers may also be tested at a police station using more precise equipment, or via blood and urine tests.
- Refusing a test: Failing to provide a specimen (breath, blood, or urine) without a valid reason is itself an offence that can lead to similar penalties as a failed test.
- Aggravating factors: Causes of stricter penalties include excessively high alcohol readings, involvement in accidents, or endangering passengers or the public.
How can a solicitor help with drink driving, and what does it cost?
A motoring solicitor can:
- Review evidence: Checking if the police followed correct procedures, ensuring the testing equipment was properly maintained, and assessing any mitigating circumstances.
- Advise on pleas and defences: Determining whether you have grounds to challenge the charge—such as a faulty breathalyser—or if a guilty plea with mitigation is in your best interest.
- Represent you in court: Presenting evidence and arguments to minimise penalties or, in some cases, aim for an acquittal.
Costs vary according to case complexity, the solicitor’s experience, and whether the matter is dealt with in the Magistrates’ Court or escalates further. Hourly rates typically range from £100 to £300, but some firms offer fixed fees for straightforward drink driving cases. An initial consultation, often discounted or free, helps clarify your position, potential defences, and likely costs before deciding how to proceed.
David Backhouse
Bedfordshire LU7 1DP
Drink Driving Solicitor Bedfordshire
28 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Drink Driving
David Backhouse is a highly experienced criminal defense lawyer based in Bedfordshire, with 28 years of legal practice. Specializing in criminal law and motoring offenses, David has built a strong reputation for defending clients against a wide range...
Kevan Groves
Essex CM2 0RG
Drink Driving Solicitor Essex
19 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Kevan Groves is an experienced solicitor based in Essex with a career spanning over three decades in the legal profession. Qualifying as a solicitor in 2006, Kevan brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice, having...
Nicola Palfrey
London W6 7PJ
Drink Driving Solicitor London
19 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Drink Driving
With 19 years of experience, Nicola Palfrey is a dynamic and highly skilled solicitor specializing in criminal law, family law, employment law, and civil litigation. Fluent in Arabic, English, German, and Italian, Nicola provides expert legal services to...
Stephen Oldham
Uttoxeter ST14 5AL
Drink Driving Solicitor Uttoxeter
24 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Stephen Oldham is a specialist lawyer based in Uttoxeter, with over 24 years of experience in motoring offences, including drink driving, speeding, and other driving-related charges. Areas of Expertise Motoring Law Driving and Motoring Offence Speeding Drink Driving...
Jay Shah
East Sussex BN21 4PX
Drink Driving Solicitor East Sussex
19 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Drink Driving
Jay Shah is a Partner and Solicitor in the Criminal Defence Department. Jay graduated from Sheffield Hallum University with Law LLB (Hons.) and completed the Legal Practice Course at the University of West of England – Bristol Institute...
Dean Smith
Cardiff CF24 5PJ
Drink Driving Solicitor Cardiff
11 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Drink Driving
Dean Smith is a highly skilled solicitor based in Cardiff with 11 years of experience, specialising in criminal law, employment law, litigation, dispute resolution, conveyancing, consumer rights, and commercial law. His diverse legal practice encompasses complex matters such...
5 Solicitors Criminal Law (domaine de droit rattaché pour Drink Driving)
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Paul Britton
Hove BN3 2BP
Drink Driving Solicitor Hove
Does not accept legal aid
I am the Owner, Director and a Solicitor at my firm, Britton and Time Solicitors. Britton and Time is a law firm based in Brighton and Hove which focuses on a multitude of legal areas. Before creating Britton...
James Chaplin
London W6 7PJ
Drink Driving Solicitor London
Does not accept legal aid
James qualified as a solicitor in 2013 and specialises in civil litigation, employment, crime and extradition. James has higher rights of audience in criminal courts which allows him to represent clients in the Crown Court and all Criminal...
Andrew Royce
Nottingham NG1 5BS
Drink Driving Solicitor Nottingham
45 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Highly experienced Personal Injury Solicitor who truly cares about injured clients getting their health and lives back on track. Andrew qualified as a Solicitor in 1980 and since has worked for several respected firms, in both Nottingham and...
Alistair Burns
London W6 7PJ
Drink Driving Solicitor London
Does not accept legal aid
Alistair Burns is a dedicated lawyer based in London, specializing in criminal law and civil litigation. He is an accredited police station representative and has a strong caseload of both criminal defense and civil cases. Alistair’s legal career...
Mo Jaufurally
London SW2 5UT
Drink Driving Solicitor London
17 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Mo Jaufurally is a highly experienced solicitor based in London, with 17 years of legal practice. Fluent in both English and French, he specialises in criminal law, employment law, family law, immigration, and litigation. He does not accept...