Stressful divorce - reading 65

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mhe38

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I am a 38yrold male,stopped 20aug drink driving,had a reading of 65.I have a provisional licence only,very stupid of me i know.I am going through a very stressful divorce,last 6mths have been hell.I am terrified of going to prison,i am hoping to move away when divorce finalised,with my son.Arresting officer said i would not go down,as 1st offence.But i am worried as main breadwinner,mortgage has to paid until house sold.No excuse for breaking law,but have been having torrid time lately,what sentence am i likely to recieve.
 
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Technically all drink driving offences carry a risk of custody. However the Courts will only impose a custodial sentence in the most serious of cases, for example where there is a very high reading and/or a very serious accident.

In your case, with a reading of 65 microgrammes in breath, you will be liable for a disqualification of 17 - 22 months and a fine. The Court should offer you a drink driving rehabilitation course, the successful completion of which will result in your disqualification being reduced by up to 25%.

An allegation of driving otherwise than in accordance with a provisional licence carries an endorsement of 3-6 points. However when dealt with alongside an offence carrying a mandatory disqualification it will normally attract no separate penalty.

If you would like to discuss the matter in more detail with one of our specialist lawyers, please feel free to call 0845 002 0736.


Carl Johnson
Drink Driving Solicitor
On behalf of Sean Joyce
 
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