2nd Offense DUI

Being charged with a 2nd offense DUI is no light matter, and it can have devastating consequences on a person’s life. While a first-time DUI offense is a serious matter, a second offense carries even more severe penalties and consequences. It is crucial that anyone facing a second-offense DUI charge seek the help of an experienced DUI attorney to navigate the legal system and fight for the best possible outcome.

In Tennessee, the penalties for a second offense DUI conviction are harsh. If convicted, you will face a mandatory minimum jail sentence of 45 days, up to 11 months and 29 days. In addition, you may be required to pay substantial fines, attend an alcohol and drug treatment program, perform community service, and have an ignition interlock device installed on your vehicle. Your driver’s license will also be revoked for a minimum of two years, and you may be required to have an SR-22 insurance policy, which can be expensive.

Having a second offense DUI conviction on your record can have long-lasting consequences beyond the legal penalties. It can impact your ability to find employment, obtain housing, and even affect your personal relationships. Additionally, if you have a commercial driver’s license, a second DUI conviction can result in the loss of your livelihood.

It is important to understand that a second offense DUI charge is not a hopeless situation. Hiring an experienced DUI attorney can make all the difference in the outcome of your case. Your attorney will work to challenge the evidence against you and explore all possible defenses. They will also work to negotiate with the prosecution for a reduction in charges or a plea agreement that minimizes the impact of a conviction on your life.

If you are facing a second-offense DUI charge in Tennessee, do not try to handle it alone. Seek the help of an experienced DUI attorney who can guide you through the legal process and fight for the best possible outcome. At Red King Law, we are committed to providing our clients with skilled and aggressive representation to protect their rights and interests. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and learn how we can help you.

Your Murfreesboro DUI Lawyer

The State of Tennessee classifies Driving Under the Influence (DUI) as a misdemeanor however; a DUI case is more complicated and the punishment more severe than most other misdemeanor cases. It is one of the few misdemeanors that carries mandatory jail time with a conviction.

This is why you need an attorney who has the utmost knowledge about DUI offenses. One who just hasn’t represented clients in a DUI case. One who has also actually made DUI arrests and testified in court about those arrests. An attorney who had been thoroughly trained in administering field sobriety tests has been certified in the operation of the Intoxilyzer (generically called a “breathalyzer” by the untrained) and who has been thoroughly trained in the effect alcohol and drugs has on your body.

I am that attorney. I have been trained in all of these things and much more when it comes to DUI detection and arrest. I have made hundreds of DUI arrests and only one has been lost at trial. I have also many times declined to arrest someone for DUI because they did not meet arrest criteria. I can evaluate your case as very few people attorneys can: with the expertise of both an attorney and as a trained former law enforcement professional.

 

Contact me today for a free consultation. If you or a loved one is ever arrested for a DUI in any of the following cities, please notify us:

Brentwood, TN, Eagleville, TN, Fairview, TN, Franklin, TN, Gallatin, TN, Hendersonville, TN, Lebanon, TN, Mt. Juliet, TN, Nashville, TN, Nolensville, TN, Scottsville, KY, Smyrna, TN