Washington D.C. DUI Attorney

The District of Columbia practices a zero tolerance for drinking and driving, meaning the mere presence of alcohol could result in an arrest. In fact, there are three offenses for drunk driving in Washington DC; a DUI or driving under the influence is charged if the motorist's blood alcohol content registers .08% or higher; a DWI or driving while intoxicated is charged when the BAC is under .08%; and an OWI is charged when the officer feels the driver is operating a vehicle while impaired.

However confusing and difficult your situation may seem, you have the constitutional right to defend yourself. Because the severity of the penalties for being found guilty of DUI/DWI in Washington DC, it is important to fight the charges filed against you. Professional legal guidance can make a difference in the outcome of your case, especially a lawyer with DUI experience and qualifications.

Washington DC DUI Attorneys Meng & Alpert practice criminal law, with a focus on DUI defense. They understand District of Columbia DUI laws and have extensive courtroom experience. Lead DUI defense attorney Andrew Alpert has successfully defended numerous cases of DUI in Washington DC. As a former prosecutor, he has a unique understanding and anticipation of the prosecution's tactics, which gives you a distinct advantage during your defense.

Time is very important after an arrest for DUI, so if you want to see if your case can be reduced or dismissed, contact Andrew Alpert with Washington DC DUI Lawyers Meng & Alpert immediately. Call (301) 627-1600 or simply fill out the consultation request form to the left. The initial review of your Washington DC DUI is free and confidential.

A motorist charged with first offense drunk driving in the District of Columbia could face loss of license, fines, significantly higher auto insurance premiums and a mandatory jail sentence. The penalties increase if there has been a previous DUI arrest within 15 years. A conviction for driving under the influence in Washington DC would result in a criminal record that could cause employment difficulties, especially if security clearance is required for the job.

District of Columbia DUI Attorneys Meng & Alpert will work to keep your arrest record clean. Contact them now to see if they can get your DUI reduced or possibly even dismissed.

The District of Columbia will pursue two cases against a motorist arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence. One is the criminal case, resolved in the court system. The other is filed through the Department of Motor Vehicles, seeking the suspension of your driver's license.

You have just 5 days from the date of your arrest to request a hearing with the DMV or you will lose your driving privileges.

Having legal representation could improve the odds of successfully petitioning the DMV, and Washington DC DUI Attorneys Meng & Alpert can help. Contact them for more information, but remember you only have five days before you lose your license, so act quickly.

Meng & Alpert, LLC focuses on drunk driving defense and has extensive knowledge of Maryland DUI laws. The law firm has a successful record of defending clients accused of drunk driving, DUI and DWI in Washington DC. Principal DUI Defense Attorney Andrew D. Alpert has a reputation as a skilled leader in the DUI legal community. As a member of the National College of DUI Defense, he has received advanced training in legal strategies, defense procedures, scientific analysis of evidence and understanding police and prosecution procedures.

Andrew Alpert received an undergraduate degree from Franklin & Marshall College and earned his Juris Doctorate from George Washington University. He is a member of the Maryland Trial Lawyers Association, the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney's Association and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Mr. Alpert is a Sustaining Member National College for DUI Defense, is admitted to the bar in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. He is also admitted to practice law in the US District Court of Maryland and the US District Court for District of Columbia.

The Washington DC DUI Attorneys at Meng & Alpert own and operate several breath test machines, allowing them to identify potential test application problems and accuracy issues. Andrew Alpert is a Certified Breath Alcohol Technician by the US Department of Transportation. He is also certified by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the International Association of Chiefs of Police in DUI/DWI Detection and the application of Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. Mr. Alpert continues to both teach and attend numerous DUI seminars and he has received many awards and recognitions for his work in DUI defense. DUI Attorney Andrew Alpert has the highest possible AV peer review rating with Martindale-Hubbell and has also been recognized as a SuperLawyer by his peers.

The lawyers at Meng & Alpert, LLC know how to mount an aggressive and successful defense against the charge of drinking and driving in the District of Columbia.

If you've been arrested for DUI, DWI or another alcohol-related vehicle offense in Maryland, it is very important to act quickly. For a free review of your case, contact the Washington DC DUI Lawyers at Meng & Alpert as soon as possible by calling (301) 627-1600 or filling out the consultation request form to the left.

Meng & Alpert will fight for your license, your job and your freedom.