Clark County Washington DWI Lawyers

Drunk driving in the state of Washington is called DUI or Driving Under the Influence. It can also be referred to as DWI or Driving While Intoxicated. According to Washington DUI/DWI laws, a motorist is legally intoxicated when the blood alcohol content or BAC measures 0.08% or higher. A motorist can be arrested with a lower BAC if a law enforcement officer considers the driver impaired. The charge of drinking and driving in Vancouver, Washington 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 Washington DWI laws can make a difference in the outcome of your case. It could even result in the dismissal or reduction of your DWI.

Clark County Washington DWI Lawyers Goldberg & Maher have the experience you need to win your case. To request a free consultation, fill out the request form to the left or call (503) 222-1957. Your inquiry will be answered quickly, so get answers to all your questions by contacting Vancouver DWI Lawyers Goldberg & Maher now.

Penalties for DWI in Vancouver Washington

Even those accused of first offense DWI in Washington may lose their driver’s license, pay court fees and fines, be sentenced to jail, be required to attend alcohol counseling, pay higher auto insurance premiums, have to wear an electronic monitoring and install an ignition interlock device in their vehicle. Having a high BAC or causing an accident involving injury will increase the penalties, as will additional DWI offenses.

If you are convicted of drunk driving in Clark County you would have 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. Vancouver DWI Attorneys at Goldberg & Maher will protect your constitutional rights and your future. Call them now and they will immediately start building an aggressive defense for you.

About your Washington driver’s license

There are two very separate times when the state of Washington will try to suspend your driver’s license. The first is a civil case where the Department of Licensing will automatically suspend your license if your BAC tested at or above .08% or you refused to take a breath test.

You can request a special hearing to fight the suspension of your license but you must do so within 30 days of your arrest. During the hearing the police will introduce evidence and testimony against you. Even though it is a civil case, it is a very technical process. The chances of retaining your driving privileges are better if you have legal representation. Clark County Washington DWI Attorneys Goldberg & Maher can request a License Suspension Hearing and help you keep your license. The Department of Licensing suspension is automatic and difficult to reverse so you must contact Goldberg & Maher immediately for assistance and more information.

The second opportunity for suspension of your license occurs if at the end of your criminal case. If you are convicted of Washington DWI, you will lose your license. Your license can be reinstated only after completion of the terms outlined in the penalty phase of your case. You will be required to show proof of financial responsibility and pay a fee.

The alternative is to work with the qualified, experienced DWI defense attorneys at Goldberg & Maher and try to get the case against you dismissed or reduced to a lesser charge.

About Goldberg & Maher

Clark County DWI Attorneys Goldberg & Maher aggressively represent you while providing personal service. They believe in the benefit of helping people get a second chance.

Hiring the experienced, qualified DWI attorneys at Goldberg & Maher is easy, as they accept major credit cards and they can set up a pay plan that fits your budget.

Jaime Goldberg is a former police officer and a former state prosecutor for criminal cases, including DWI/DUI, giving him a unique insight into DWI defense that can help you in the courtroom. He is a member of the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.

James Maher also brings a unique combination of experiences and skills to your defense, including time as a former federal prosecutor, Deputy District Attorney and special agent for the FBI. Mr. Maher is a member of the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association and the Federal Bar Association.

For a free initial review of your Washington DWI and help with your driver’s license, contact Vancouver Washington DWI Lawyers Goldberg & Maher by filling out the consultation request form to the left or calling (503) 222-1957. Do not delay; get the help you need to win your case.

Clark County DWI Lawyers Goldberg & Maher serve the following areas: Battle Ground, Camas, La Center, Ridgefield, Vancouver, Washougal, Woodland and Yacolt, Washington.

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121 SW Morrison, Suite 440
Portland, OR 97204
(503) 222-1957