Facing Felony DUI Charges
Posted on Jul 5, 2011 12:40pm PDT
When you are arrested for a felony DUI, you could be facing charges more serious in nature than a standard DUI.
No matter what state you live or drive in, a blood-alcohol content greater than 0.08 is illegal. This also applies to operating boats and motorcycles. Depending on the state you are arrested in, you could face a multitude of penalties, ranging from driver's license suspension and fines to jail time. While most people will be arrested for misdemeanor DUI, a felony DUI charge is much more serious. It implies that the intoxicated driver caused bodily harm to another person while operating a vehicle. A felony DUI charge applies to any harm that is done, whether non-life-threatening or fatal. You can also receive a felony DUI if you have been convicted of multiple DUIs in the past.
If you have recently been arrested for a felony DUI, you may expect serious penalties, including excessive fines and jail time. Rather than rely on a court-appointed attorney to defend your case, call a DUI attorney today to get legal assistance.
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DUI, Felony DUI