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Drink Driving Charges
Drink driving charges remain on your record for four or 11 years, depending on the offence. This is a long time to have points on your licence.
If you are facing a drink driving charge, contact us at DFR Solicitors. We can help you get the best outcome possible. We have successfully defended 87% of all drink driving cases we have dealt with.
For a free initial enquiry, call us on 03303411690 or Make an Online Enquiry and we will contact you shortly.
DVLA endorsements
In the UK, there are different types of alcohol related offence. Each has its own DVLA endorsement code and carries a certain number of penalty points.
The code and the penalty points remain on your licence for a specified amount of time, depending on the offence you have been convicted of. This information is outlined in the table below.
DVLA endorsement code
|
Offence
|
Number of penalty points
| Length endorsement remains on your driving record
|
|---|---|---|---|
DR10
|
Driving or attempting to drive with alcohol level above limit
|
3 to 11 |
11 years from the date of conviction |
DR20
|
Driving or attempting to drive while unfit through drink
|
3 to 11
|
11 years from the date of conviction
|
DR30
|
Driving or attempting to drive then failing to supply a specimen for analysis
|
3 to 11
|
11 years from the date of conviction
|
DR40
|
In charge of a vehicle while alcohol level above limit
|
10
|
4 years from the date of the offence
|
DR50
|
In charge of a vehicle while unfit through drink
|
10
|
4 years from the date of the offence
|
DR60
|
Failure to provide specimen for analysis in circumstances other than driving or attempting to drive |
10
|
4 years from the date of the offence
|
DR70
|
Failure to provide specimen for breath test
|
4 |
4 years from the date of the offence |
You may be surprised by the number of different alcohol related driving offences. Lots of people do not realise that failing/refusing to provide a specimen without a reasonable excuse is actually against the law. Also, being in charge of a vehicle while intoxicated is not permitted. This means you cannot be in control of a vehicle while over the limit – even if you are just sat in the driver’s seat with the engine on.
For each offence, there is a valid legal defence that can be applied. We can explain which defence is most suitable in your case.
Driving bans
If you are convicted of drink driving, you may also be disqualified for a certain length of time. Once you have served your ban, you can have your driving licence restored. However, the points remain on your licence for the specified period.
This is something to be wary of, because any further endorsements could tip you over the 12 point limit. You will then receive an automatic disqualification. This is called a totting-up ban.
Drink driving solicitors
The consequences of a drink driving conviction are steep and can have a negative impact on your life during the years to come. That is why it is best to fight the charge. With our expertise, we can maximise your chances of success. This might mean securing a reduced sentence, or even obtaining a not guilty verdict.
Even where it looks like an open and shut case, we urge you to contact us for advice. We specialise in drink driving charges and can help you.
Make a free enquiry
For a free initial enquiry, please call us on 03303411690 or Make an Online Enquiry and we will contact you shortly.
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I was initially somewhat sceptical about keeping my licence, I was stopped for Drink Driving and the costs were high, but the result was excellent, and the money was certainly well spent. I would not hesitate to use DFR again. Michael A.
I had never been in court previously, and the prospect was terrifying. I was stopped for Drink Driving, and was looking at a significant disqualification. The result in the circumstances was unbelievable, the solicitor was excellent in presenting my case and explaining the extenuating circumstances. I was overjoyed with the final result.
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