Mississippi DUI Lawyer

DUI Attorney Serving the Gulf Coast

Drunk driving charges can carry severe legal consequences. In the state of Mississippi, you can be convicted of a DUI if your blood alcohol level (BAC) is above .08% or .04% if you are a commercial driver. If you are under 21, you may have a BAC no higher than .02%. Mississippi DUI laws also cover driving while impaired by drugs. If you have been convicted of a DUI, you will need to retain an Mississippi criminal defense attorney as soon as possible to assist your case.

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Mississippi DUI Penalties

The penalties for a DUI vary depending on whether this is your first, second, or third offense. In addition, it is likely that the court will be much stricter if you were driving recklessly, speeding, were involved in an auto accident, or caused an injury.

First DUI Offense:

Up to 48 hours in jail
Up to a $1000 fine
90 day license suspension
Mandatory attendance in an alcohol education program

With the help of a professional DUI lawyer, you may be able to have your fine reduced or regain driving privileges after 30 days.

Second DUI Offense:

5 days to 1 year in jail
$600 to $1,5000 fine
10 days to 1 year community service
2 year license suspension
Possible ignition interlock

If you receive a DUI within five years of your first DUI, you will be subject to much harsher penalties. At Miller & Miller, we may be able to use our extensive experience with DUI cases to mitigate some of these consequences.

Third DUI Offense:

1 year to 5 years in jail
$2,000 to $5,000 fine
5 year license suspension
Possible vehicle forfeiture
Possible ignition interlock

A third DUI offense is a felony. While your sentence cannot be reduced, if no one was injured in connection with your DUIs, a skilled Mississippi DUI attorney may be able to ensure that you are sentenced to jail, instead of the state penitentiary.

Defense Against DUI Charges

The expenses of a DUI quickly accumulate. In addition to the fines, the alcohol education classes cost thousands of dollars, you may lose your income because you cannot drive to work, and you may find it difficult to find new employment because of your criminal record. At Miller & Miller, we have represented thousands of clients with DUI charges. In addition, our lawyers are members of the National College for DUI Defense and will use their expertise to help you.

Contact a Mississippi DUI Attorney at Miller & Miller to arrange a free consultation.