Boise DUI Attorney

The offense of drunk driving in Idaho is called Driving Under the Influence or DUI. It is a serious charge that can have adverse long-term consequences. It is definitely an offense for which you should seek legal guidance.

The Boise DUI Lawyer at Patterson Law Offices is committed to helping clients by providing quality legal representation at an affordable rate. The practice is limited to criminal law, including Idaho DUI and DWP defense.

According to Idaho DUI laws, a Driving Under the Influence charge is levied when a motorist has a blood alcohol content of .08% or higher. A DWP or Driving Without Privileges offense is charged when a motorist is driving with a suspended license. Both are misdemeanors. A DWP is often the result of a suspension due to a prior DUI which means the motorist could also be facing a probation violation. If there is a pending case of drunk driving in Ada County, a DWP can complicate those proceedings.

Boise, Idaho DUI Attorney George Patterson is experienced with defense of DUI and DWP charges. For immediate assistance and answers to all your questions, contact him now.

When a motorist refuses to submit to a breath test or registers a blood alcohol content of .08% or higher, the law enforcement officer typically seizes the driver's license and issues a notice of suspension. The length of the suspension depends on the number of prior offenses for driving under the influence in Idaho.

If you refused to submit to a breath or blood test, you can request an ALS or Administrative License Suspension hearing in an effort to keep your license. However you must make a written request within 7 days of the date of your arrest or you will lose your license for 90 days for a first offense and one year if you have an additional DUI offense within five years.

Having legal guidance at the ALS hearing could mean keeping your driving privileges. The Ada County, Idaho DUI Attorney at Patterson Law Offices can petition the appropriate agency, schedule your hearing and represent you. Remember, time is very important, so contact Patterson Law Offices as quickly as possible.

A first offense for drunk driving in Idaho can result in jail, loss of license, an alcohol evaluation, probation and higher insurance premiums. The level of the penalties increases if you have had a prior drinking and driving conviction. Having an experienced Boise DUI Lawyer could make a difference in the outcome of your case. The Ada County DUI Attorney at Patterson Law Offices will protect your rights and get you the best resolution possible.

George Patterson provides responsive and thorough DUI defense. He has a reputation as a fair and honest attorney who vigorously defends his clients. He has handled thousands of criminal cases and is committed to providing his clients with both the best legal defense possible and the best client service.

Boise DUI Attorney George Patterson graduated cum laude from CSU Stanislaus and CSU San Francisco and earned a juris doctorate from the University of California - Hastings College of Law. He is a former Federal law clerk. He is licensed to practice law in Idaho and has argued cases before the Idaho Supreme Court.

The Boise Idaho DUI Lawyer George Patterson provides professional, experienced legal representation at a fair price. He will outline the fees for your specific case during a free initial review of your case. Patterson Law Offices offers flat fees, so there are no surprises.

If you have a job or a verifiable source of income or a qualified co-signer, a pay plan can be arranged to cover the cost of your legal representation. All major credit cards are also accepted for services.

Ada County Idaho DUI Lawyer George Patterson wants you to know more about the law firm and to outline your legal options, so he offers a free initial consultation. Contact him now by filling out the consultation request form to the left or calling (208) 343-2240. He looks forward to discussing your case.