OUI / DUI First Offense

A Lawyer to Call for an OUI First Offense

Facing a drunk driving or DUI drugs charge can be daunting. Many people have questions and concerns after a first-time OUI arrest. When you hire Erkan & Sullivan to represent you in any criminal case, you will work with knowledgeable DUI lawyers who will address your concerns and listen to your most important goals.

Massachusetts law provides strict penalties for a first-time OUI/DUI charge. A conviction can lead to large fines, driving education classes, increases in car insurance, license loss for a conviction or breath test refusal, and even jail time. We have handled numerous OUI first offense cases which have led to dismissals, not guilty findings, reduced charges, or avoided convictions. Each case is different and we understand that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to a drunk driving charge. During your initial consultation, we will go over your case, your likely defenses, the consequences, and begin the discussion on how to best proceed to meet your goals.

Tough DUI Defense Attorneys

Attorneys Erkan & Sullivan are aggressive criminal defense lawyers, each with a background as former prosecutors for Essex and Middlesex Counties, respectively. Our knowledge of the system, the way a prosecutor is going to approach your case, and our experience in courthouses across the state are invaluable to our clients. We have earned a reputation as skilled negotiators, a source for legal developments, and as accomplished trial attorneys.

DUI defense Attorneys Erkan and Sullivan are diligent in pursuing the most favorable outcome in each case, including obtaining dismissals of the charges, not guilty findings after trial or negotiating favorable plea agreements to minimize the impact of a conviction. The decision on which course of action is up to each client, so we use our experience to advise our clients about their options and what works best for each person.

When you need a lawyer for an OUI or OUI drugs first offense, the lawyer you choose can make all the difference in the outcome of your case. Attorneys Erkan and Sullivan know how to review every detail – from the initial stop by the police, to the roadside investigation, to the evidence gathered by police and prosecutors – and examine it from all angles. Our ability to view the facts and craft an effective OUI/DUI defense strategy is why having a skilled lawyer is necessary. Our lawyers have a deep knowledge of what questions to ask, what arguments to make, and what evidence to challenge in defending drunk driving charges.

First Time Penalty

Massachusetts OUI laws set the maximum sentence on a first-time offense at two-and-a-half years in jail, although a maximum sentence is not likely in most cases. Many first-time offenders qualify for a “24D disposition,” which may include probation, driving alcohol classes, fines, and a reduced license suspension.

Our attorneys are well-versed in all aspects of Massachusetts DUI laws, including alternative dispositions such as a continuance without a finding. We diligently educate our clients regarding the pros and cons of all of the available legal options, what to expect during the process, and whether going to trial is the best option for their specific needs.

Get in Contact With Respected Criminal DUI Defense Lawyers

For an initial consultation to review your case, call Erkan & Sullivan, PC at (978) 474-0054 or send an email using the online contact form.