Honolulu Hawaii DUI Attorney

The offense of impaired or drunk driving in Hawaii is operating a vehicle under the influence of intoxicant, or OVUII. It can commonly be referred to as driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI). These are all similar offenses and can be charged when a driver has a blood alcohol content in excess of the legal limit, or when a law enforcement officer suspects impairment from drugs or alcohol.

It is important to note the second situation. Contrary to popular thought, you can be charged with OVUII/DUI in Hawaii with a BAC under .08%.

The penalties associated with an arrest for driving under the influence in Hawaii can be severe, including loss of driver's license, expensive fines, a jail term and possibly even the loss of employment. The procedure for fighting a criminal case is complicated and the consequences of being found guilty could impact the rest of your life.

After an arrest for drunk driving on Oahu, the prosecutor and arresting officer will build a case against you and try to establish your guilt. Hiring a qualified criminal defense attorney with experience in Hawaii DUI cases will ensure that your voice is heard in court and that your rights are preserved.

Oahu DUI Attorney Richard L. Holcomb is dedicated to helping clients accused of alcohol related crimes. He will use his legal skills and his knowledge of Hawaii DUI law to thoroughly investigate your case. He will then develop an appropriate defense aimed at getting a result that you can accept.

Honolulu DUI Attorney Richard Holcomb offers a free initial consultation where he will discuss your needs, review your arrest and then outline his fees and your legal options. The meeting is free and there is no further obligation. To start getting the help you need with a DUI in Hawaii, call (808) 783-8438 or fill out the on-line form to the left.

Under Hawaii DUI laws there are actually two opportunities for the state to suspend a driver's license following an arrest for driving under the influence on Oahu. One is a criminal suspension that occurs if you are found guilty of HI DUI. The other is an administrative suspension that is enforced if you refused to submit to a breath, blood or urine test to establish blood alcohol content or you took a test and registered a BAC at or above the legal limit for intoxication.

Typically you will be notified of a pending license suspension by mail. A form will indicate the length of time your license will be suspended and the starting date of the suspension. You have the right to challenge the administrative suspension by requesting a hearing with the Administrative Driver's License Revocation Office. The ADLRO case is a civil matter that is separate from the criminal courtroom proceedings. At the hearing, your driving record and the details of your arrest for drunk driving in Honolulu County will be under review.

The ability to save your driving privileges or be issued a restrictive license depends on a number of circumstances. For help in sorting through your options, contact Honolulu Hawaii DUI Lawyer Richard Holcomb. Your license revocation date is set, as indicated on the form you receive. If you do nothing, your license will be automatically suspended. The amount of time you have to request an ALDRO hearing is usually less than 30 days, so act quickly.

If convicted of OVUII/DUI, you will be challenged by a number of penalties and long-term consequences. Depending on the details of your arrest, you could be facing fines, court costs, community service, license suspension, a jail sentence, possible mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device and required enrollment in a drug/alcohol program. The penalties become greater with any subsequent arrest for DUI in Honolulu County.

Drivers found guilty of Hawaii DUI will have a permanent criminal record. Such a mark can be seen by potential employers doing a background check, credit bureaus and government agencies. This could reduce your employment options and keep you from qualifying for a mortgage or opening a line of credit.

The impact of a DUI arrest could affect the rest of your life. This is one more reason to seek professional legal guidance from Honolulu criminal defense lawyer Richard Holcomb.

Honolulu DUI Lawyer Richard Holcomb practices criminal law with a focus on helping those accused of driving under the influence in Hawaii. He understands that a successful defense requires a combination of experience, knowledge of applicable laws, as well as an understanding of scientific and medical concepts. To build the most aggressive defense for you, he will employ expert witnesses to challenge evidence and testing procedures presented by the prosecution.

Attorney Richard Holcomb is dedicated to providing his clients with a complete drunk driving defense and excellent customer service. He will take the time to listen to you and to answer your questions as your case progresses.

Honolulu County DUI Attorney Richard Holcomb has served as leader and educator for several Bar associations and instructed lawyers on important legal issues. He has authored numerous legal publications. He continues to educate himself on emerging defense strategies and recent court rulings by attending national seminars. In fact, Attorney Holcomb was the only Hawaii lawyer to attend the 2010 Operator's Course for administration of the Intoxilyzer 8000.

To begin your legal defense against a charge of OVUII/DUI in Hawaii, contact Oahu DUI defense attorney Richard Holcomb. To schedule a meeting, fill out the form to the left or call (808) 783-8438. The initial consultation is free, so act now.