DUI Defense Attorneys Who Fight For You
Drunk driving is a serious offense with severe consequences. Your license could be revoked, your relationships may suffer, and you could serve time. If you or a loved one is facing a DUI charge, we will leave no stone unturned to get you the best defense possible.
Protecting Your Right To Drive
Whether false allegations are claimed against you or your due diligence in reporting law-breaking events in the workplace and other arenas, you can rest knowing you are protected by state and federal laws. Exposing the truth holds others and organizations accountable for actions against you, including retaliation, cover-ups and intimidation. To name a few, these laws protect you:
Long-Term Costs Of A DUI Conviction In Northern Kentucky
Too often, people dramatically underestimate the impact a DUI conviction will have on their lives. They may understand the fines and the driver’s license suspension they will be facing. But there are other consequences that do not become apparent until it is too late:
- Insurance rates that could easily cost more than hiring a lawyer
- Difficulty getting a job
- Damaged interpersonal relationships with friends and family
Frequently Asked Questions About DUI In Kentucky
In Kentucky, a DUI may trigger serious consequences that can affect driving privileges, employment and long‑term records. The following questions and answers explain key issues that arise in many DUI cases.
What is the legal blood alcohol content in Kentucky?
Kentucky law sets the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit at .08% for most adult drivers. Commercial drivers face a lower limit of .04%, while drivers under age 21 face a limit of .02%.
These thresholds apply to alcohol only. Officers may also charge a driver based on impairment from drugs, alcohol or a combination of both, even when the driver is below the listed limits.
What are aggravating circumstances in DUI?
Aggravating circumstances increase mandatory minimum jail time for a DUI conviction. However, they apply only if they occur within the same incident. Common aggravating circumstances include:
- Driving more than 30 miles per hour over the speed limit
- Driving the wrong way on a limited-access highway
- Causing an accident that results in serious physical injury
- Refusing a breath or blood test
- Transporting a passenger under age 12
- Having a BAC of .15% or higher
These factors do not change the classification of the charge, but they increase the minimum penalties the court must impose.
Will I lose my license if I am charged with DUI?
It is possible. A DUI charge can trigger two separate processes that may affect driving privileges. The criminal case determines the penalties after a conviction. The administrative process through the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet can suspend a license before the criminal case ends.
The suspension length depends on prior offenses, test refusal and eligibility for the ignition interlock program. Some drivers may qualify for an interlock license that allows limited driving during the suspension period.
Can I get a DUI while in a parked car?
Yes. Kentucky allows a DUI charge when a person is in physical control of a vehicle, even if the vehicle is not moving. Officers consider factors such as the location of the keys, the position of the driver, whether the engine is running and the vehicle’s location. Physical control does not require actual driving. Instead, the focus is on whether the person had the ability to operate the vehicle while impaired.
When is a DUI a felony in Kentucky?
A DUI becomes a felony when it is a fourth or subsequent offense within a 10‑year period, which applies to prior DUI convictions. A felony DUI carries enhanced penalties, including longer incarceration, extended license suspension and mandatory treatment requirements. It is imperative to consider hiring a lawyer when facing felony DUI charges.
Contact A DUI Defense Attorney Immediately
Do not wait to contact an attorney. As soon as you have been arrested for drunk driving, it is in your best interests to contact an experienced and dedicated DUI attorney. DUI charges are very serious. We understand they can be stressful, upsetting and even humiliating. We can help walk you through all of these important steps to begin to build your defense and set you up for a better future.