Driving under the influence (DUI), also known as drink driving, is a serious offence with major consequences and a DUI arrest should not be taken lightly. Nonetheless, being arrest for a DUI is not the end of the world and there are still many steps that can be taken to reduce the penalties you face or to have the charges against you dropped. In this post, we take a look at some common mistakes to avoid after a DUI arrest in Victoria so you know what not to do if you find yourself in such an unfortunate situation.
1. Talking About the Case on Social Media
The most common mistake that people make when they are arrested for a DUI is talking about the case on social media. This is problematic because more often than not, the police will require time to gather evidence and witness statements as well as to finalise the charges against you. If you discuss the case on social media, you run the risk of accidentally incriminating yourself or worse still, obstructing the police from doing their job, which may result in additional charges being brought against you.
2. Missing Court Dates
Another common mistake that many people make is missing their court dates. Typically, when you are arrested for a DUI, you may be released on bail and asked to return to court another day for a hearing. If you miss this court date, there could be adverse implications on your case and you may worsen your prospects.
3. Committing a Similar Offence Again
During the legal process or while out on bail, if you commit a similar offence again, it could result in the court taking a more serious view of your case and imposing a more significant penalty. Thus, it is crucial for you to ensure that you remain on your best behaviour until the initial case is concluded.
4. Engaging Poor or No Legal Counsel
Many people also fail to recognise the severity of the charges that they face and think that they can manage the case on their own. As a result, they choose not to engage legal counsel or engage legal counsel with little experience dealing with drink driving cases.
This often backfires in reality because an experienced driving offences lawyer would often have the expertise and knowledge to assess the facts of each case and recommend the best course of action that will yield the best results. By failing to engage an experienced drink driving lawyer, you run the risk of ending up with an outcome that is not optimal.
Leanne Warren & Associates: Experiences Drink Driving Lawyers
If you’ve been arrested for a DUI or any other driving offence in Victoria, Leanne Warren & Associates can help. We are a leading firm of criminal lawyers specialising in driving offences and our lawyers have decades of experience in representing clients at all levels of court. Contact us today for a free consultation!
