Ulsan Law Firm Assistance | A Suspended Sentence for Driving Under the Influence Without a License Through the Ulsan Law Firm's Assistance

The client who came to the Ulsan office drove a car to a meeting place to meet friends after a long while.

After drinking with the friends, the client briefly fell asleep.

Upon waking from sleep, the client felt that the intoxication had worn off and drove the car home.

As a result, the client was caught for drunk driving.

Having already driven drunk once before and received a fine and a license suspension, the client, who once again drove under the influence while the license was suspended, requested assistance from the Ulsan office in order to defend against punishment for driving under the influence without a license.

The Ulsan office explained the severity of punishment for 🔗drunk driving without a license.

▶ Road Traffic Act Article 44 (Prohibition of Driving While Intoxicated)

No person shall drive a motor vehicle, etc., a tram, or a bicycle while in a state of intoxication.

Under paragraph (1), the standard for a state of intoxication in which driving is prohibited shall be a case where the driver's blood alcohol concentration is 0.03 percent or higher.

▶ Where a simple drunk driving offense is detected and constitutes a repeat offense within 10 years

Where a drunk driver who has been sentenced to a fine or heavier punishment, with the sentence having become final, commits a repeat drunk driving offense within 10 years from the date on which the sentence became final (including a person whose sentence has lapsed), the punishment is imposed according to the following classifications

1. Refusal of a police officer's request for a breath alcohol test - imprisonment for not less than 1 year and not more than 6 years, or a fine of not less than 5 million won and not more than 30 million won

2. Blood alcohol concentration of 0.2% or higher - imprisonment for not less than 2 years and not more than 6 years, or a fine of not less than 10 million won and not more than 30 million won

3. Blood alcohol concentration of 0.03% or higher but less than 0.2% - imprisonment for not less than 1 year and not more than 5 years, or a fine of not less than 5 million won and not more than 20 million won

The client admits all of the facts charged and is deeply remorseful.

The Ulsan office argued that the client was ashamed of having driven under the influence without a license and had resolved never to reoffend.

The Ulsan office argued that the client had readily complied with the police drunk driving check and had shown a highly cooperative attitude toward the investigation.

The office emphasized that, in light of the client's proactive attitude, this should be reflected in the sentencing.

Because the client's family circumstances are difficult, the client is unable to pay even the existing fine on their own.

In addition, the Ulsan office requested leniency so that the client, who has found new employment, could lead a diligent social life while repaying the fine.

The client who came to the Ulsan office had to proceed with litigation for driving under the influence without a license.

With the assistance of an Ulsan attorney, the client was able to receive a suspended sentence.

At Daeryun LLC, attorneys are available to respond for clients 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

If you find yourself in a situation such as the above, you may obtain a 🔗legal consultation at the Ulsan office at any time.