Solicitors Drink Driving

Drink driving is a serious motoring offence under UK law, involving operating or attempting to operate a vehicle while above the legal alcohol limit. If found guilty, penalties can include mandatory disqualification, fines, and even imprisonment—especially for repeat offenders or cases with aggravated circumstances. Seeking legal representation early can help you understand your options and potentially reduce the impact on your driving record and personal life.

James Byrne

Stockport SK5 7DL

Drink Driving Solicitor Stockport

35 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

James Byrne is an experienced solicitor based in Stockport, with a career spanning over four decades. He graduated from Manchester University Law School in 1986 and qualified as a solicitor in 1990. Throughout his extensive career, James has...

Nicola Palfrey

London W6 7PJ

Drink Driving Solicitor London

20 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Drink Driving

With 19 years of experience, Nicola Palfrey is a dynamic and highly skilled solicitor specializing in criminal law, family law, employment law, and civil litigation. Fluent in Arabic, English, German, and Italian, Nicola provides expert legal services to...

James Tomkins

London NW10 4UA

Drink Driving Solicitor London

33 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

James Tomkins is a highly experienced litigation and dispute resolution lawyer based in London, with 32 years of expertise in civil, commercial, and employment law. He is a Director at Hodders Law Limited and leads the firm's Litigation...

Kevan Groves

Essex CM2 0RG

Drink Driving Solicitor Essex

20 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Kevan Groves is an experienced solicitor based in Essex with a career spanning over three decades in the legal profession. Qualifying as a solicitor in 2006, Kevan brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice, having...

David Backhouse

Bedfordshire LU7 1DP

Drink Driving Solicitor Bedfordshire

29 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Drink Driving

David Backhouse is a highly experienced criminal defense lawyer based in Bedfordshire, with 28 years of legal practice. Specializing in criminal law and motoring offenses, David has built a strong reputation for defending clients against a wide range...

Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors

Solicitor London W6

Drink Driving Solicitor London

5 Solicitors

Does not accept legal aid

Hollingsworth Edwards is a highly reputable and successful law firm based in West London, representing clients across the UK and internationally. With expertise in a wide range of legal areas, including criminal law, fraud, employment, family law, divorce,...

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Dean Smith

Cardiff CF24 5PJ

Drink Driving Solicitor Cardiff

12 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Drink Driving

Dean Smith is a highly skilled solicitor based in Cardiff with 11 years of experience, specialising in criminal law, employment law, litigation, dispute resolution, conveyancing, consumer rights, and commercial law. His diverse legal practice encompasses complex matters such...

What is drink driving in the UK?

Legal alcohol limits: In England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, the limit is 35 micrograms of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath (80 mg per 100 ml of blood). Scotland enforces a lower limit of 22 micrograms per 100 ml of breath (50 mg per 100 ml of blood).
Testing methods: Roadside breathalyser tests are common. Drivers may also be tested at a police station using more precise equipment, or via blood and urine tests.
Refusing a test: Failing to provide a specimen (breath, blood, or urine) without a valid reason is itself an offence that can lead to similar penalties as a failed test.
Aggravating factors: Causes of stricter penalties include excessively high alcohol readings, involvement in accidents, or endangering passengers or the public.

How can a solicitor help with drink driving, and what does it cost?

A motoring solicitor can:

Review evidence: Checking if the police followed correct procedures, ensuring the testing equipment was properly maintained, and assessing any mitigating circumstances.
Advise on pleas and defences: Determining whether you have grounds to challenge the charge—such as a faulty breathalyser—or if a guilty plea with mitigation is in your best interest.
Represent you in court: Presenting evidence and arguments to minimise penalties or, in some cases, aim for an acquittal.

Costs vary according to case complexity, the solicitor’s experience, and whether the matter is dealt with in the Magistrates’ Court or escalates further. Hourly rates typically range from £100 to £300, but some firms offer fixed fees for straightforward drink driving cases. An initial consultation, often discounted or free, helps clarify your position, potential defences, and likely costs before deciding how to proceed.

Jay Shah

East Sussex BN21 4PX

Drink Driving Solicitor East Sussex

20 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Drink Driving

Jay Shah is a Partner and Solicitor in the Criminal Defence Department. Jay graduated from Sheffield Hallum University with Law LLB (Hons.) and completed the Legal Practice Course at the University of West of England – Bristol Institute...

Patrick Campbell

Solicitor Stockport SK5

Drink Driving Solicitor Stockport

3 Solicitors

Established in 2005

Does not accept legal aid

I am a solicitor and one of the founding partners of BCM Law LLP, and have over twenty years experience in the legal profession. Before setting up BCM I worked for a leading motoring offence Solicitors. I have...

James Melvin

Guildford GU1 2AB

Drink Driving Solicitor Guildford

27 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

James Melvin, an independent lawyer in Guildford, specializes in criminal law, fraud, and motoring offenses. With over 26 years of experience, James Melvin offers comprehensive legal services in various areas, including: Criminal Defense: Representing clients facing criminal charges, ensuring...

Stephen Oldham

Uttoxeter ST14 5AL

Drink Driving Solicitor Uttoxeter

25 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Stephen Oldham is a specialist lawyer based in Uttoxeter, with over 24 years of experience in motoring offences, including drink driving, speeding, and other driving-related charges. Areas of Expertise Motoring Law Driving and Motoring Offence Speeding Drink Driving...

Ademola AKILO

Luton LU1 2QH

Drink Driving Solicitor Luton

28 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Drink Driving

Ademola AKILO, a lawyer based in Luton, brings over 27 years of experience in a wide range of legal fields, including criminal law, fraud, motoring, family law, divorce, civil partnerships, immigration litigation, court claims, and healthcare law. Ademola...

Qarrar SOMJI

Birmingham B12 0NS

Drink Driving Solicitor Birmingham

12 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Qarrar Somji is a solicitor based in Birmingham, specializing in a wide range of legal areas, including Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Bankruptcy, Civil Litigation, Court Claims, Defamation, Dispute Resolution, Divorce, Employment Law, Family Law, Insolvency, Landlord & Tenant Litigation, Neighbour Disputes, Tribunals, Trust & Estate Disputes, and Wills. With his extensive experience across...

5 Solicitors (domaine de droit rattaché pour Drink Driving)

We recommend contacting one of the solicitors listed below, as their area of practice is relevant to your enquiry.

Kajal Patel

Harrow HA1 1BQ

Drink Driving Solicitor Harrow

15 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Kajal Patel is a highly skilled solicitor with 14 years of experience, specializing in commercial property, corporate, and business transactions. She began her career at a City firm and continued working in the City after qualification. For the...

Raj Nair

Preston PR4 0LW

Drink Driving Solicitor Preston

27 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Raj Nair, a lawyer based in Preston, is a long-established professional with over 26 years of experience in leading areas of law. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, Raj offers comprehensive legal services in various fields, including: Family...

Robert Taylor

Kent TN12 0AP

Drink Driving Solicitor Kent

49 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Robert Taylor is a highly experienced solicitor based in Kent, with 48 years of expertise in conveyancing and property law. Since joining the firm in April 2003 as an Assistant Solicitor, he has played a key role in...

Kumar Subramani

London W1C 2DL

Drink Driving Solicitor London

23 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Kumar Subramani is a highly experienced solicitor based in London, fluent in Bengali, English, Greek, Hindi, Malay, Turkish, Urdu, Tamil, and Malayalam. With over 22 years of legal experience, he offers a broad range of services, specializing in...

Michelle Ellis

Stowmarket IP14 1ED

Drink Driving Solicitor Stowmarket

24 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Michelle is an experienced family law solicitor and collaborative lawyer with over 30 years experience. Specialising in divorce, separation, finances, child disputes and pre-nuptial agreements. Michelle offers an initial fixed fee interview for up to an hour for...

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Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors

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Solicitors Drink Driving

James Byrne

Nicola Palfrey

James Tomkins

Kevan Groves

David Backhouse

Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors

Dean Smith

What is drink driving in the UK?

How can a solicitor help with drink driving, and what does it cost?

Jay Shah

Patrick Campbell

James Melvin

Stephen Oldham

Ademola AKILO

Qarrar SOMJI

5 Solicitors (domaine de droit rattaché pour Drink Driving)

Kajal Patel

Raj Nair

Robert Taylor

Kumar Subramani

Michelle Ellis

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