DUI Lawyers

A DUI conviction will have a major impact on your life. You will pay a heavy fine, experience a huge increase in your car insurance rates or be uninsurable, and you will be prohibited from being behind the wheel of a car for at least one year. If you rely on driving to get to work, or if you live in a rural area, you can’t afford to deal with the long-term impacts. When you weigh all the impacts on your life, you can see the importance of having an experienced DUI lawyer with a track record of success defending against DUI charges.

At Collett Read LLP, we bring unmatched expertise in impaired driving laws, a track record of success, and a client-first approach to every case.

We defend all types of impaired driving charges, including:

• Impaired driving due to alcohol or drugs
• Driving over a 0.08 BAC
• Refusing or failing to provide a breath sample
• Care and control while impaired
• Impaired driving causing bodily harm or death of another

Even a roadside ‘fail’ or refusal can lead to criminal charges and automatic penalties. Having our team in your corner early can make a critical difference to the outcome of your charges.

A conviction for impaired driving can lead to:

• Immediate license suspension
• Hefty fines and court-imposed penalties
• Mandatory alcohol education or treatment programs
• Drastically higher insurance premiums or insurance denial
• Loss of employment or limited employment opportunities
• A permanent criminal record
• Restrictions on international travel

The penalties for a DUI conviction will significantly affect your quality of life. 

From the very first time we meet, we take time to understand your unique situation. Every case is different, and we consider your unique experience to properly craft a strong defence. Some things we consider:

• The details of the police stop
• Whether your Charter rights were violated
• How the breath or drug test was administered
• Your driving history and personal background

We don’t just challenge the evidence, we question the process. Every detail matters when your future is at stake.

On off-duty police officer stopped at a single vehicle accident, where they called for on-duty officers to respond. Statements were made to the off-duty police officer whom did not disclose they were law-enforcement. A breathalyzer test was failed. Our client was arrested. With a number of issues identified by the defence, all charges were withdrawn, and our client didn’t face a criminal conviction or driving prohibition.

We’re proud to have helped so many people through some of the most difficult events of their lives. Seeing words like these is what drives our team to succeed.