If you are found guilty of or plead guilty to driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol, your driver's license will automatically be suspended for up to one year. You need your license to get to and from work, to the grocery store, to pick up your kids from school and for countless other reasons. Therefore, before you plead guilty, you should consult with a skilled DUI defense attorney about your options.
At the Law Offices of Howard, Kendrick & Reynolds, in Murfreesboro, we can help you protect your rights and driving privileges if you have been charged with DUI/DWI. Our association of attorneys will investigate the facts of your case to help you understand your options for beating the charges against you.
Obtaining a Restricted Driver's License
Depending on the facts of your case, you may be eligible to apply for restricted driving privileges in Tennessee to avoid license suspension. A restricted license will allow you to drive under limited circumstances such as travel to work or school.
Keep in mind that even if you are not found guilty of DUI but a lesser offense such as reckless driving, you could still lose your license. We will work diligently to protect your driving privileges throughout the legal process, focusing on obtaining the best possible outcome.
Experienced Murfreesboro DUI Checkpoint Defense Lawyers
Several cities, including Murfreesboro, and counties use periodic DUI checkpoints to catch drunk drivers. However, law enforcement agencies are required to follow strict procedures when setting up a DUI checkpoint. They must:
- Advertise the time and location of the checkpoint at least seven to 14 days in advance
- Put traffic signs indicating a DUI checkpoint at least one mile ahead of the stop
- Allow for a point of digress so drivers can turn off the road leading to the checkpoint
- Limit their investigation to checking for overt signs of inebriation. Only highway patrol officers are allowed to ask for your driver's license.
If these requirements were not followed, we may be able to suppress any incriminating evidence obtained at a DUI checkpoint, or negotiate a reduction or dismissal of your charges.
Contact Our Firm for a Free Attorney Consultation
For more information about license suspension and DUI checkpoints in Tennessee, call us locally at 615-900-0082 or toll free at 800-486-9615, or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation with one of our lawyers.
