Portland Oregon DWI Lawyers

A drunk driving violation in Oregon is called DUII or driving under the influence of intoxicants. The offense can also be referred to as DWI or Driving While Intoxicated. Motorists are considered legally impairment when they have a blood alcohol content or BAC of 0.08% or higher. A motorist can be arrested with a lower BAC if a law enforcement officer considers the driver impaired or suspects drug use. Being arrested for DWI in Multnomah County Oregon creates a difficult legal situation and if convicted you face potentially severe penalties.

Getting legal help from qualified DWI attorney who has extensive experience with drunk driving defense and understands Oregon DWI laws can make a difference in the outcome of your case. It could even result in the dismissal or reduction of your DWI.

To request a free consultation, fill out the request form to the left or call (800) 852-8005. Your inquiry will be answered quickly, so get answers to all your questions by contacting a Portland DWI Lawyer Maher now.

Those found guilty of first offense Oregon DWI may lose their driver's license for up to three years, pay fines of up to $6,250, be required to engage in mandatory community service and serve up to one year in jail. The penalties are increase if a minor was in the vehicle and if there was an accident with injury, as well as with additional DWI arrests.

Being convicted of drunk driving in Multnomah County would also result in a permanent arrest record. That could infringe on your freedoms and make it difficult to find or keep a job. With increased data sharing between the US and Canada, Canadian immigration is more strictly enforcing a long-standing law of prohibiting criminals from entering the country. It does not matter if you are heading off for a ski vacation or the DWI arrest occurred many years ago.

Fighting the DWI charges against you is important. A Portland DWI Attorney can protect your constitutional rights and your future.

Just 10 days after an arrest for DUI in Multnomah County Oregon the Department of Motor Vehicles will automatically suspend your driver's license. You can challenge the suspension if you request a special hearing within the ten days. The hearing is a very complicated process and having legal guidance from a Multnomah County DUI Lawyer can help you retain your driving privileges.

The DMV license suspension hearing is not a part of your criminal case. Even if your DUI is dismissed, the court system cannot return your license. You must deal with the license suspension separately and time is critical. Contact Goldberg & Maher now.