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Delaware DUI Lawyer



Wilmington, DE DUI Lawyer

1324 North King Street
Wilmington, DE 19801


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(888) 773-4316
(302) 658-8987
www.jamesfolsom.com

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Wilmington Delaware DUI Lawyer James Folsom

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(888) 773-4316

Wilmington Delaware DUI Lawyer

Law Office of James Folsom
1324 North King Street
Wilmington, DE 19801

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What Happens To First Time Offenders in Delaware?

Delaware First Offender

You are DUI in Delaware if your blood alcohol content (BAC) is .10% or greater.

First Offense Penalties

Jail

Up to 6 months in jail.

Fines

$230 to $1150 in fines.

Other Fines/ Fees/ Expenses

The State estimates that the real costs to you of a first offense dui charge are as much as $2,400. This does not include lawyer’s fees, the increase in your insurance rates, time and money lost from work, finding alternative transportation, or any potential medical bills resulting from a DUI crash. In addition to the above penalties and costs, DUIs costs you $143.75 to get your license back and $490.00 to take an alcohol program.

License Revocation

1st offense -license revoked up to 12 months.

Conditional Licensing

Available on a 1st offense after 90 day minimum suspension period. Alcohol interlock may be also be required for conditional licensing.

Ignition Interlock

May be required for conditional licensing. Alcohol Ignition Interlock (installed and used at your own expense) is a device that prevents you from operating your car if you have any alcohol in your system.

Under 21

If you drive with a blood alcohol level of .02% or more, you could face up to 1 year in prison and a fine of $230 for the first offense. At the least, you will lose your license automatically for 2 months on a first offense.

Education/Treatment

First offenders take a 16-hour administrative course for $125. With a .20% BAC or greater, you will take a 25-hour treatment program at an outpatient treatment center, a mental health alternative program, or a "21 and under" program. Cost is $490. Programs are mandatory.

Are you Really a First Offender?

In Delaware, the period of time in which a judge or administrator can review an offender’s record (the "look-back" period) is your entire lifetime. This means that you may have had a DUI from decades ago, even in another state, which may prevent you from getting First Offender status, thus exposing you to higher penalties.

Insurance

Your insurance rates will probably climb considerably, and your insurance carrier may drop you. The rates for family members and sometimes your employer can increase as well.

More Serious Charges

You may be charged with felony DUI (possibly leading to much greater penalties) if you are involved in a crash involving serious injury or death.

COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

  • TYPE OF CASES OUR FIRM HANDLES
    I handle many types of cases to bench and jury trials including DUI, Criminal and Traffic.
  • WE THINK YOU SHOULD HIRE US IF:
    You want a lawyer who will personally handle your file and will be available for consultation afternoons, evenings and weekends. I will fairly evaluate your case and determine the most favorable course. I will not hesitate to go to trial on your case; that decision, however, will ultimately be yours.
  • OUR FIRM IS NOT RIGHT FOR YOU IF:
    You are looking for a lawyer who will only tell you what you want to hear. I will work with you to honestly assess the facts of the case.
  • IF YOU WANT TO TELL OUR LAW FIRM ABOUT YOUR SITUATION YOU SHOULD:
    I personally communicate with you whenever possible. If I am in Court when you call, you can leave a message with my secretary or on my voicemail. I personally guarantee you will hear back from me in 24-hours, or less - most often, much less. My office phone is (888) 773-4316 or email at jimfolsomesq@aol.com
  • THE TYPICAL COST TO GET US TO START WORKING ON YOUR CASE IS:
    The cost varies depending on the allegation and facts of the case. A fee will be quoted at our initial consultation.
  • OUR CLIENTS WILL TELL YOU THAT:
    My level of experience, knowledge of the law, and personal familiarity with the judges, prosecutors, and system is a great advantage. In addition my personal and regular contact with clients, availability and involvement with every aspect of the case bring the most favorable results.
  • OUR PHILOSOPHY ON HOW WE APPROACH  OUR CASES IS:
    Depending on the type of case I like to find out as much as I can about the facts of the case and talk to anyone who can help our defense. At that time we can discuss our options. The stronger our defense appears to the prosecutor, the better our chances are of getting a favorable result.
  • IF YOU WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR FIRM YOU SHOULD:
    During our free initial consultation I will answer any questions. Please call (888) 773-4316