Excessive DUI Attorney in Boise

Penalties and Collateral Consequences of an Excessive DUI in Idaho

A conviction for an excessive DUI in Idaho carries a range of severe penalties that are far harsher than those for a standard DUI. The consequences escalate with each subsequent offense, and the impact can be devastating.

• First Offense Penalties (Misdemeanor):
  • Jail Time: Mandatory minimum of 10 days in jail, with the first 48 hours being consecutive. The maximum sentence can be up to one year.
  • Fines: Up to $2,000.
  • License Suspension: Mandatory one-year suspension of your driving privileges after release from confinement. During this period, you are not eligible for any driving privileges, including a restricted license for work or school.
  • Ignition Interlock Device (IID): A mandatory one-year IID requirement after your license is reinstated.
  • Probation: You may be sentenced to probation for up to two years, with strict conditions, including mandatory alcohol education and random drug and alcohol testing.
• Second Offense Penalties (Felony):
  • Prison Time: Mandatory minimum of 30 days in jail, with a maximum of up to five years in state prison.
  • Fines: Up to $5,000.
  • License Suspension: Mandatory license suspension of one to five years after release from imprisonment, with absolutely no driving privileges.
  • IID: A mandatory IID requirement for up to five years.

In addition to these direct penalties, an excessive DUI conviction can lead to a host of collateral consequences:

• Increased Insurance Rates: Your car insurance premiums will likely skyrocket, and your policy may even be canceled.
• Employment Issues: A criminal record, especially for a felony, can be a significant barrier to employment, as many professional licenses and jobs that require driving will be off-limits.
• Immigration Consequences: For non-citizens, a DUI conviction can have severe immigration consequences, including deportation.

A skilled Boise excessive DUI defense lawyer can help you navigate these severe consequences.

Our Comprehensive Approach to Excessive DUI Defense

At Idaho Legal Justice, we believe that an effective defense against an excessive DUI charge requires a meticulous, personalized strategy. We approach every case with the same level of diligence and attention to detail, leaving no stone unturned in our pursuit of justice.

Our comprehensive approach as a dedicated excessive DUI attorney in Boise often includes:

• Challenging the Traffic Stop: Was there reasonable suspicion to pull you over in the first place? If not, any evidence gathered afterward may be inadmissible.
• Disputing the BAC Test Results: The cornerstone of the prosecution's case is the chemical test result. We will scrutinize the calibration and maintenance logs of the breathalyzer device, and we can also challenge the chain of custody for a blood test. We are prepared to present a "rising BAC" defense, which argues that your blood alcohol level was still rising and was below the legal limit at the time of driving.
• Questioning Police Procedure: Law enforcement officers are required to follow very specific protocols when conducting a DUI investigation. Any deviation from these protocols, such as an incomplete implied consent warning, can be a powerful defense.
• Finding Alternative Explanations: We can argue that your performance on field sobriety tests was affected by a medical condition, fatigue, or environmental factors.
• Negotiating with Prosecutors: We have a strong track record of negotiating favorable plea agreements with prosecutors. We will work to get your charges reduced or dismissed and seek alternatives to incarceration whenever possible.

Why Work With Our Excessive DUI Lawyers in Boise

As Idaho's largest DUI law practice, we focus our skills solely on DUI defense. Our years of courtroom experience have built strong relationships with Boise courts and a deep understanding of Idaho’s DUI rules. Every case benefits from this concentrated experience and our commitment to client-centered guidance.

• Exclusive DUI focus: Our attorneys dedicate their efforts to DUI matters, which allows us to identify the critical details in challenging Ada County cases.
• Local court insight: Each locality in Idaho, including Boise, has unique procedures and sentencing practices. Our ongoing work in these courts gives us a valuable perspective on how judges and prosecutors view excessive DUI cases.
• Full transparency: You receive straightforward answers and regular updates, so you always know what to expect at each step.
• Record of results: We have secured case dismissals, charge reductions, and other positive results for defendants in Idaho DUI cases.
• Compassionate approach: We treat each client with respect, providing clear explanations and dependable guidance with every decision.

We stay connected to Boise's legal community, keeping up with recent court rulings and evolving case strategies. Our firm responds to changes in prosecutorial approaches and court requirements, which can help you navigate a legal landscape that is always shifting. Because we match our defense strategy to Boise's latest practices, our approach is tailored to the circumstances of your arrest and the local judges overseeing your case.

We offer affordable services because we believe that everyone deserves a quality defense, regardless of their financial situation. Our firm is available 24/7 to provide the immediate legal counsel you need after an arrest.

Contact an Excessive DUI Lawyer in Boise Today

If you face an excessive DUI charge in Boise, do not try to navigate Idaho’s complex legal system alone. By working with Idaho Legal Justice, you gain a team focused solely on Idaho DUI defense. We help you understand every stage, answer your questions with clarity, and support you from start to finish. 

Call (208) 540-8310 for confidential guidance and learn how a focused excessive DUI attorney in Boise can advocate for you. Talking to us is your first step toward a more certain future. Or contact us online today.