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Driving Whilst Unfit Through Drink or Drugs
Driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs - colloquially known as driving whilst unfit - is a motoring offence that could leave you facing a hefty fine, points on your licence or a potential ban.
We at JMW Solicitors understand how important it is for our clients to stay on the road, and focus all of our attention and expertise on getting the best result possible in the courts.
To get in touch with our motoring solicitors, call us today on 0800 804 8159 or fill in our online enquiry form.
What is Driving Whilst Unfit Through Drink or Drugs?
Driving whilst unfit through drink or drugs is related - but slightly different - to the offence of driving with excess alcohol in the body.
Most people who are accused of being unfit through drink or drugs will be charged because they have been asked by police to provide a breath specimen to check the level of alcohol in their body but have been unable to do so.
If no sample is available for analysis, the judgement on a person's fitness to drive will be based on the opinion of an experienced police officer and/or a doctor, who will decide on the degree of impairment.
How Can JMW Solicitors Help?
It is up to the prosecuting authorities to prove the impairment of the defendant's abilities, usually through statements by witnesses.
Erratic driving or irrational behaviour may be regarded as sufficient proof of inability to drive properly or a later blood-alcohol sample could show that drinking had been over the limit.
The best way to challenge this process and come away with the most satisfactory outcome for you is to enlist the help of a team of highly experienced motoring offence solicitors, like those at JMW.
We can also offer all the legal advice and information you need on any other aspect of this law.
Contact Us Today for Legal Advice on Driving Whilst Unfit Charges
For complete legal advice on driving whilst unfit charges, call the expert team at JMW Solicitors on 0800 804 8159 or fill in our online enquiry form.
