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I havent been to court yet so no solicitor involved at this pointdid you get a duty solicitor
I havent been to court yet so no solicitor involved at this pointdid you get a duty solicitor
when i got arrested i got the option to use the duty solicitor ,did the police give you the option?I havent been to court yet so no solicitor involved at this point
I didnt get interviewed so had no offer for a solicitorwhen i got arrested i got the option to use the duty solicitor ,did the police give you the option?
maybe its worth asking the police for a duty brief because your definitely entitled to oneI didnt get interviewed so had no offer for a solicitor
This is very similar to my story and I’m in court next Friday xHi All,
So on Saturday night I got so drunk I decided to drive (too drunk to remember this) and the next thing I know I am in my car with all the airbags deployed after crashing into what I imagine was a stationary vehicle. I have never had so much as a speeding ticket nor ever been in trouble with police etc.
After a traumatic night in custody (quite tough to comprehend whilst drunk) and a charge of drunk in charge I was released with a court date of 19th May (so thankfully not too long to wait). I don't remember being interviewed so imagine there was no need if it the evidence was clear - I blew 96 at the station (!)
Although not considered myself an alcoholic, I tend to not know my limits when I do drink and if it has caused me to upend my life like this I am beginning a total sobriety journey now.
I think I just want someone to say it will be okay. It feels so hard to talk about how tough and depressing this situation is when you know you brought it on yourself and don't deserve sympathy from others but it is a lot to process. After retrieving my stuff from the car in recovery I feel so thankful that I am okay and that no one else was hurt.
Isn't it crazy how one moment changes your life like this?
Good luck Alison! Let us know how it goes xThis is very similar to my story and I’m in court next Friday x
Thank you I will do xGood luck Alison! Let us know how it goes x
Hiya I had court back in March. I got there really early. I actually had to travel from London to Dorset the day before as I had court in the place I got caught drink driving.!! The usher asked if I had representation I said no so he said we will assign you a duty solicitor. He was really lovely felt supported and didn't pay a penny. So worth doing that in my opinion. I got an 18 month ban and a £300 something fine. Its hard without a car but I'm managing it now. I get a lift to work so I've been able to keep my job.thank god. Please let us know how you get on this forum is a god send. Were all here for the same reason. Mistakes don't define us. Were all human. Ps I blew 80 xHi All,
So on Saturday night I got so drunk I decided to drive (too drunk to remember this) and the next thing I know I am in my car with all the airbags deployed after crashing into what I imagine was a stationary vehicle. I have never had so much as a speeding ticket nor ever been in trouble with police etc.
After a traumatic night in custody (quite tough to comprehend whilst drunk) and a charge of drunk in charge I was released with a court date of 19th May (so thankfully not too long to wait). I don't remember being interviewed so imagine there was no need if it the evidence was clear - I blew 96 at the station (!)
Although not considered myself an alcoholic, I tend to not know my limits when I do drink and if it has caused me to upend my life like this I am beginning a total sobriety journey now.
I think I just want someone to say it will be okay. It feels so hard to talk about how tough and depressing this situation is when you know you brought it on yourself and don't deserve sympathy from others but it is a lot to process. After retrieving my stuff from the car in recovery I feel so thankful that I am okay and that no one else was hurt.
Isn't it crazy how one moment changes your life like this?
Thank you Sarah - I'll bet a weight is lifted for you since the court date. I've actually decided to instruct a solicitor (£600 ouch) but it's for my own peace of mind and helps with the pre court scaries.Hiya I had court back in March. I got there really early. I actually had to travel from London to Dorset the day before as I had court in the place I got caught drink driving.!! The usher asked if I had representation I said no so he said we will assign you a duty solicitor. He was really lovely felt supported and didn't pay a penny. So worth doing that in my opinion. I got an 18 month ban and a £300 something fine. Its hard without a car but I'm managing it now. I get a lift to work so I've been able to keep my job.thank god. Please let us know how you get on this forum is a god send. Were all here for the same reason. Mistakes don't define us. Were all human. Ps I blew 80 x
Hiya. Soon will be over and you can move forward with things. The best of luck xThank you Sarah - I'll bet a weight is lifted for you since the court date. I've actually decided to instruct a solicitor (£600 ouch) but it's for my own peace of mind and helps with the pre court scaries.
I've tried to be kind to myself this weekend and yes, not driving will be tough but there are bigger hardships in life, and I'm actually excited now for a booze free future and trying to turn this into a positive. I know as soon as the court date has gone I can move forward and hopefully not feel guilty for having a good day! X
Good luck in court AlisonThank you I will do x
I hear youHi All,
So on Saturday night I got so drunk I decided to drive (too drunk to remember this) and the next thing I know I am in my car with all the airbags deployed after crashing into what I imagine was a stationary vehicle. I have never had so much as a speeding ticket nor ever been in trouble with police etc.
After a traumatic night in custody (quite tough to comprehend whilst drunk) and a charge of drunk in charge I was released with a court date of 19th May (so thankfully not too long to wait). I don't remember being interviewed so imagine there was no need if it the evidence was clear - I blew 96 at the station (!)
Although not considered myself an alcoholic, I tend to not know my limits when I do drink and if it has caused me to upend my life like this I am beginning a total sobriety journey now.
I think I just want someone to say it will be okay. It feels so hard to talk about how tough and depressing this situation is when you know you brought it on yourself and don't deserve sympathy from others but it is a lot to process. After retrieving my stuff from the car in recovery I feel so thankful that I am okay and that no one else was hurt.
Isn't it crazy how one moment changes your life like this?
If you said no to a solicitor before interview can you still use the Duty one on the day???I havent been to court yet so no solicitor involved at this point
Absolutely. Bit of a lottery getting to speak to one, but generally all your own will realistically provide is an expensive shoulder to cry on.If you said no to a solicitor before interview can you still use the Duty one on the day???
I have decided to get a solicitor. I know its not cheap and I could maybe do without one but it has eased the anxiety a little. I have a meeting with him 2 days before. To be honest I'm dreading hearing the police report as I remember so little I almost want it to stay that way! If you want I'll share with you any advice I receive that is worth sharing xI hear you
Trying to talk to anyone without crying is so hard , I really hope it gets easier after the court day , mines 26th May xx
And I get what your saying sympathy wise aswell !
Are you getting a solicitor what are you taking with you?? X
I would really appreciate that... when do u go ???I have decided to get a solicitor. I know its not cheap and I could maybe do without one but it has eased the anxiety a little. I have a meeting with him 2 days before. To be honest I'm dreading hearing the police report as I remember so little I almost want it to stay that way! If you want I'll share with you any advice I receive that is worth sharing x
My meeting is on Tuesday 17th, then court date on Thursday 19th. Oh jeez, only one week now!I would really appreciate that... when do u go ???
Be thinking of youMy meeting is on Tuesday 17th, then court date on Thursday 19th. Oh jeez, only one week now!