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If you have been charged with driving under the influence in Whatcom County, Blaine DUI attorney David N. Jolly can make a significant difference in your case. People who are arrested for drunk driving often don’t know the full range of possible penalties they might face. The City of Blaine is particularly harsh toward DUI cases. It pays to be represented by an experienced DUI attorney. Please call for a free consult.
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If you have had the unfortunate situation of being arrested for a crime in the City of Blaine, please contact one of our Blaine DUI Defense attorneys immediately. We have more than 50 years of combined experience in the criminal justice system and David Jolly has authored more than 25 books on the subject of traffic laws and DUI. We also care about you and the outcome of your case. We offer free consultations in our Bellingham office so please call (360) 734-3847 or email us to schedule a free consultation.
Blaine has a great Jail Alternative called the Friendship Diversion Program. Watch this short video to find out about this program.
Blaine Municipal Court has court has court once a week and should you be arrested you will be required to appear in court the very next available date. Be warned, Blaine Municipal Court has a very tough and uncompromising Judge. Blaine is one Court when having an attorney can almost be considered a necessity.
Blaine Police Officers are instructed to give you the Department of Licensing Driver's Hearing request form following your arrest for DUI. This document must be completed and forwarded to the DOL within 7 days of your arrest to save your license.
There are a number of penalties that a judge can impose on a drunk driver in Blaine. A Blaine DUI attorney knows that there is no single, standard sentence. The Blaine Judge is tough and does not always follow agreements. Please do not face the Judge without an experienced lawyer.
Blaine loves probation so much that they actually have a probation officer appear in court! Take probation seriously because probation officers have great power. Keeping the probation officer happy keeps the tough Blaine Judge happy.
The Blaine Municipal Court Judge is well known for imposing the Ignition Interlock Device on defendants at the first court hearing, even if the defendant has no prior criminal history. We don't believe this is fair and want to protect all of our clients in court.
Bail Bonds companies can help you get out of Jail when you otherwise would not be released. Bail can be set very high at times and should you utilize a Whatcom County Bail Bonds company you would only post 10% of the total and the company posts the rest.
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So what’s the best way to fight a drunk driving charge? A Blaine DUI attorney can provide you with expert counsel and help you reach a conclusion you can live with. If you were arrested for a DUI, a Blaine DUI attorney with the Law Firm of David Jolly is ready to help you.
The first court appearance following your arrest for DUI in Blaine is your arraignment. This is when you are formally charged with driving under the influence, and it's a good idea to retain a Whatcom County DUI defense lawyer before this date. Even when you enter a plea of Not Guilty at your arraignment the judge can impose a number of restrictions that will be in effect until your case has concluded. Your Blaine DUI defense lawyer will help you come through the arraignment feeling confident about the course your case will take.
The first court appearance following your arrest for DUI in Blaine is your arraignment. This is when you are formally charged with driving under the influence, and it's a good idea to retain a Whatcom County DUI defense lawyer before this date. Even when you enter a plea of Not Guilty at your arraignment the judge can impose a number of restrictions that will be in effect until your case has concluded. Your Blaine DUI defense lawyer will help you come through the arraignment feeling confident about the course your case will take.
The first court appearance following your arrest for DUI in Blaine is your arraignment. This is when you are formally charged with driving under the influence, and it's a good idea to retain a Whatcom County DUI defense lawyer before this date. Even when you enter a plea of Not Guilty at your arraignment the judge can impose a number of restrictions that will be in effect until your case has concluded. Your Blaine DUI defense lawyer will help you come through the arraignment feeling confident about the course your case will take.
When you are facing the many consequences of a DUI arrest, it's important to keep everything in perspective. While we naturally do not want any client to lose their license, the truth is that it does occasionally happen. When it does it is important to be ready with an option to allow you to drive. Our Blaine criminal defense lawyers will educate you about the option of a restrictive driver's license called the "ignition interlock license." This license is easily obtained, although clearly inconvenient, and will allow you to driver during the suspension of your license. You must however, install an ignition interlock device, obtain SR 22 insurance, and complete an application for the license. To find out all the details about this license, call our office and speak to one of our criminal defense lawyers. Blaine is not an easy place to defense any criminal charge but our DUI attorneys can help you if you are facing a DUI charge in Blaine, Washington.
There are also a number of more social stigmas that often come with an arrest for DUI in Washington. A Blaine DUI attorney understands that your reputation and time are valuable to you. Some of the programs and conditions that come with a DUI arrest and possible conviction include an alcohol evaluation, an alcohol drug information school or alcohol / drug treatment if the organization deems you dependent, DUI Victims’ Panel, and the installation of an ignition interlock device. The Victims’ Panel is a group of people whose lives have been affected by drunk driving. It's imperative to participate in the programs and complete them prior to the resolution of your case if you wish to save the expense and inconvenience of being placed on supervised probation. To discuss these programs and conditions in detail talk with a DUI lawyer in Blaine.
Do you really need to hire a Blaine DUI defense lawyer? The simple and most obvious answer is absolutely yes. A DUI charge can come with many serious repercussions, including jail time, steep fines, and losing your driver's license. A Blaine DUI defense lawyer is vital when dealing with all of these penalties, and navigating the legal system. At The Law Firm of David Jolly our attorneys primary roles are in defending those accused of DUI and will help you stay informed of your options at every stage of the DUI process.
Blaine Municipal Court
435 Martin Street
Blaine, WA
(360) 332-8311
Whatcom County Probation
311 Grand Avenue
Suite 406
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 778-5450
Whatcom County Jail
311 Grand Avenue, B2
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 778-6500
Whatcom County Jail Work Center
2030 Division Street
Bellingham, WA
(360) 778-6450
Friendship Diversion Services
114 W. Magnolia
Suite 109
Bellingham, WA 98558
(360) 392-3981
Law Firm of David N. Jolly
218 W. Champion Street, Bellingham, WA 98225 | 317 S. 2nd Street, Suite 143, Mt. Vernon, WA 98273
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