County Official Gets DUI Reduced

An Owen County, Kentucky official has reportedly had his driving under the influence charge reduced. According to reports, the charge has been reduced to reckless driving in the matter where his blood alcohol level was at .084 percent the first time it was tested and at .062 the second time. He was originally charged with first-degree DUI and speeding more than 15 mph over the limit. He will reportedly have to pay $243 in court fees. 

Dealing with a DUI charge is complicated and can be a fairly long process depending on the circumstances. You may be facing jail time, heavy fines, alcohol education programs, community service and other consequences that will affect your life. You do have options when being charged with DUI and you need to know how to properly proceed forward in resolving this matter. 

By working with a DUI attorney, you will know that your case is being handled correctly and by someone who specializes in these particular legal matters. It's important that you have someone you trust protecting your rights. A drunk driving lawyer will be able to explain this process to you and guide you along through any difficult matters. Please take some time today to contact a DUI lawyer today and begin discussing the details of your case so that you can begin to move forward with your life again.