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Patrick Campbell

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3 Solicitors

Does not accept legal aid

Drink Driving Solicitor
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Solicitors Drink Driving

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.

David Backhouse

Albion Chambers Bedfordshire LU7 1DP UK Bedfordshire LU7 1DP

Drink Driving Solicitor Bedfordshire

28 years of experience

From 200 £ and 200 £

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...

David Backhouse Bedfordshire

James Melvin

Parallel House Guildford GU1 2AB UK Guildford GU1 2AB

Drink Driving Solicitor Guildford

26 years of experience

From 150 £ and 200 £

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...

James Melvin Guildford

James Byrne

Stockport Business & Innovation Centre Stockport SK5 7DL UK 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...

James Byrne Stockport

Stephen Oldham

Park Holme, High Street Uttoxeter ST14 5AL UK Uttoxeter ST14 5AL

Drink Driving Solicitor Uttoxeter

24 years of experience

From 250 £ and 250 £

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...

Stephen Oldham Uttoxeter

James Tomkins

50 Station Road London NW10 4UA UK London NW10 4UA

Drink Driving Solicitor London

32 years of experience

From 325 £ and 325 £

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 Tomkins London
Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors

Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors

24 Shepherds Bush Road London W6 7PJ UK Solicitor London W6

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,...

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Kevan Groves

114 New London Road Essex CM2 0RG UK Essex CM2 0RG

Drink Driving Solicitor Essex

19 years of experience

From 180 £ and 180 £

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...

Kevan Groves Essex

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.

Ademola AKILO

54 Wellington Street Luton LU1 2QH UK Luton LU1 2QH

Drink Driving Solicitor Luton

27 years of experience

From 150 £ and 300 £

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...

Ademola AKILO Luton

Dean Smith

24 Neptune Court Cardiff CF24 5PJ UK Cardiff CF24 5PJ

Drink Driving Solicitor Cardiff

11 years of experience

From 192 £ and 192 £

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...

Dean Smith Cardiff
Patrick Campbell

Patrick Campbell

Stockport Business & Innovation Centre Stockport SK5 7DL UK Solicitor Stockport SK5

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...

Patrick Campbell Avocat Stockport

Jay Shah

28-30 Hyde Gardens East Sussex BN21 4PX UK East Sussex BN21 4PX

Drink Driving Solicitor East Sussex

19 years of experience

From 220 £ and 220 £

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...

Jay Shah East Sussex

Nicola Palfrey

24 Shepherds Bush Road London W6 7PJ UK London W6 7PJ

Drink Driving Solicitor London

19 years of experience

From 160 £ and 220 £

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...

Nicola Palfrey London

Qarrar SOMJI

123-131 Bradford Street Birmingham B12 0NS UK Birmingham B12 0NS

Drink Driving Solicitor Birmingham

11 years of experience

From 165 £ and 375 £

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...

Qarrar SOMJI Birmingham

5 Solicitors (domaine de droit rattaché pour Drink Driving)

We recommend contacting one of the solicitors listed below, as their area of practice is relevant to your enquiry.

Ruth TAYLOR

Footshape House, Kingsthorpe Road Northampton NN2 6EZ UK Northampton NN2 6EZ

Drink Driving Solicitor Northampton

28 years of experience

From 250 £ and 300 £

Does not accept legal aid

Ruth Taylor is a highly experienced family law solicitor with 28 years of expertise in the field. She began her career in family law in 1985 as a secretary to a family law solicitor before qualifying as a...

Ruth TAYLOR Northampton

Kuldeep CLAIR

3-7 Temple Avenue London EC4Y 0DT UK London EC4Y 0DT

Drink Driving Solicitor London

30 years of experience

From 150 £ and 150 £

Accepts legal aid in Drink Driving

Kuldeep Clair is a solicitor (regulated by the SRA) with 20 years’ experience since qualification. He has worked in various areas of contentious law in his legal career, including the pursuit and defence of civil proceedings, whether they...

Kuldeep CLAIR London

Michela Hughes

Glade House London EC4V 5EF UK London EC4V 5EF

Drink Driving Solicitor London

26 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Michela Hughes is the matrimonial and family partner at SBP Law, based in London, with 26 years of experience in family law. She specialises in a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, uncontested divorce, spousal support,...

Michela Hughes London

Lucy Flynn

Courtwood House Sheffield S1 2DD UK Sheffield S1 2DD

Drink Driving Solicitor Sheffield

16 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Lucy Flynn is a highly skilled solicitor and partner at Graysons in Sheffield, specializing in personal injury law. With 16 years of experience, Lucy has established herself as an expert in handling a wide range of personal injury...

Lucy Flynn Sheffield

Irena Dajkovic

57 Berkeley Square, Lansdowne House London W1J 6ER UK London W1J 6ER

Drink Driving Solicitor London

Does not accept legal aid

Dr. Irena Dajkovic is the Founding and Managing Partner of DALIR Law Firm, bringing nearly 20 years of experience in private practice and in-house legal roles. Fluent in English and French, she specializes in financial services and commercial...

Irena Dajkovic London

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