OUI Charges
OUI Defense In Cape Cod
Are you facing OUI Charges on Cape Cod?
Driving under the influence is a serious offense on Cape Cod. Whether you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs (legal or illegal), an OUI on your record is life-changing. A conviction will leave a stain that can affect every element of your life. Notwithstanding what it will do to your quality of life as you go through the process, you will also be faced with:
- losing your driving privileges and license
- criminal and civil fees and fines
- a permanent criminal arrest on your record
- possible prison time
- potential jail time
Get The Best Cape Cod OUI Defense Possible
The best chance that you have at fighting to keep your record clean is to consult with an experienced Cape Cod OUI attorney. Having a knowledgeable OUI attorney at your side can make all of the difference on whether the case sticks, you get a reduced sentence or a possible dismissal.
What About Pleading Out?
Sure, you can plead out if the offer is made—but do you really want to? Many of those accused of an OUI on Cape Cod wonder if they should bother taking their case to trial and if it would be easier and less costly to just plead out. We understand wanting to get this over with and moving on with your life, we also understand that this is your decision but it is important to have all of the facts and weigh all of your options.
You never want to take a plea that will still end with a conviction and criminal record without a fight. So should you accept a plea deal? We strongly believe in putting up a strong and aggressive defense before considering any type of plea deal no matter how promising a prosecutor may make it sound. In order to ensure that you don’t have a criminal conviction smearing your record, you may very well want to take your case to trial. This is not a decision that an attorney will take lightly however, Cape Cod criminal defense wins cases like yours on a regular basis and we will strategize on the best defense available as well as guide you through the Cape Cod OUI process.
Plea Deal In Cape Cod OUI Cases
Generally speaking, the basic plea in an OUI case provides for a term of probation, followed by a dismissal after an admission of guilt. While it is always best to fight your case, understandably, some individuals do not want to spend the time or put any additional effort into their case but rather, want to put it behind them as quickly as possible.
It is important to note that even if you do take a plea deal in order to wrap your case up, the case is far from over. You will likely agree to a probationary period, educational programs, and you will still deal with a suspended license and fines. After you meet all of your probationary requirements your case may end in dismissal and it will be vitally important not to draw any additional attention from law enforcement.
What If I Want To Go Trial?
A trial, while maybe not the ideal option in terms of the timeline, provides you with the opportunity to fight your charges. Yes, you can speed through a plea but fighting for your future may require future court dates, adjournments, and frustration. Cape Cod OUI is committed to making your case and future our number one priority and we take the burden off of your shoulders so that you can get on with your daily life leaving the fight to our office. Our aim is always to get a Not Guilty verdict for you as the first line of defense.
Suspended License
When you arrested for an OUI on Cape Cod, you are dealing with two separate systems. On the one hand, you will be going through the criminal court process and on another hand, you will be dealing with administrative proceedings with the RMV. You will face fines and penalties from both. The criminal court may impose fees, fines, and jail time, and the RMV can revoke or suspend your license as well as impose additional fines.
Punishments In Cape Cod OUI Convictions
In the state of Massachusetts, it is important to note that any previous criminal charges on your records are open for debate. This means that the prosecution is able to bring forth your prior criminal history and if any of that history involves and OUI, DWI, DUI, or DWAI, that history can be used in order to bring about incremental charges against you. Depending on the state you live in or the states that you have lived in, if you were previously arrested for a similar offense, you may be facing harsher sentencing, penalties, and fines outside of the general guidelines for the same charges here on Cape Cod.
Cape Cod OUI Conviction Penalties:
- Possible jail time, license revocation and up to $500 fines for first offenses
- Alternative first-time offense: Driver Education course, suspended license (with possible hardship license), and/or probation
- Up to a month in prison, up to $10,000 in fines, suspended license (possible hardship license), interlock device, education, and treatment programs for second offenses.
- Alternative second-offense: Probation, treatment program, license suspension (possible hardship license).
- Up to 5 years in prison, fines of up to $15,000, license suspension (possible hardship license), interlock device
Do Not Leave Your Cape Cod OUI Charges To Chance
Get a former prosecutor and life-long criminal defender on your side. Get ahead of your defense by contacting an experienced Cape Cod OUI defense team to help fight your charges.