We have a team of expert Drink and Drug Driving Solicitors with significant experience in successfully representing individuals accused of drink and drug driving-related offences. Our solicitors regularly defend clients charged with offences such as driving with excess alcohol, being drunk in charge of a vehicle, failing to provide a specimen, and driving whilst unfit.

Our specialist Motoring Offence Solicitors have an in-depth understanding of the defences available for drink and drug driving and will immediately step in to protect your best interests and build a robust defence. We understand the distress and anxiety that comes with facing these charges, especially if you rely on your licence for work. Our team will do everything possible to alleviate your worries and provide the best defence possible.

We are a diverse, multi-lingual law firm based in Nottingham, using best-in-class technology to offer streamlined, modern, and highly effective motoring law advice and representation. With years of experience in road traffic and criminal law, we have established relationships with the UK’s top Barristers and King’s Counsel. Our clients also benefit from our ability to instruct the country’s most respected expert witnesses, who can provide crucial evidence to support a not guilty plea or mitigate sentencing.

Common Questions About Drink and Drug Driving

What is the offence of drunk driving?

Drunk driving involves operating a “mechanically propelled vehicle” on any public road or place while over the legal alcohol limit. Penalties include an unlimited fine, up to six months’ imprisonment, and a minimum 12-month driving ban. Repeat offenders within ten years face at least a three-year disqualification.

Can I be convicted of drug driving?

Yes, driving with illegal drugs in your system or being unfit to drive due to drugs is an offence. Police use roadside tests for cannabis and cocaine and may conduct impairment tests. If arrested, you will undergo a blood or urine test at the station. Penalties include an unlimited fine, up to six months’ imprisonment, and a minimum 12-month driving ban.

What is the special reasons defence?

This defence can prevent a driving ban if there are special circumstances, such as spiked drinks, driving a short distance without endangering others, or driving due to an emergency. This is a complex defence often requiring expert evidence.

Why Choose Us?

Our solicitors frequently defend clients facing motoring allegations at police stations and in courts. We can assist with appeals against disqualification and applications for early reinstatement of your licence. We offer reasonable and transparent fees, with the possibility of legal aid or fixed fees to alleviate concerns about legal costs.

We provide non-judgmental, robust defence for all clients, significantly improving the chances of acquittal or reduced sentencing. Contact us immediately if you are taken to the police station.

Smalleys Solicitors provides exceptional Drink And Drug Driving and Motoring Offences services to clients. People choose and recommend us not just in Nottingham, Arnold, Hucknall, Derby and Mansfield, but across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire & the East Midlands, and the whole of the UK, because we get results.

To receive expert advice and representation regarding Drink And Drug Driving and Motoring Offences, please contact us using the form below, call us on (0115) 955 6555, email via the Request a Callback form on this contact page.