DUI Drug Arrest Attorneys in Alabama
Drivers in Alabama can be arrested for DUI or DWI if they are driving under the influence of drugs and have no alcohol present in their systems. A DUI drug case carries similar levels of punishment as DUI involving alcohol, including a loss of driving privileges and potential jail time. These offenders may also face charges of drug possession in addition to charges of drug DUI. If you have been arrested for a DUI for being under the influence or drugs or alcohol in the state of Alabama, you are facing potential consequences that could have a negative impact on your life.
The experienced attorneys at Burke, Harvey & Frankowski provide criminal law representation to clients in Birmingham and the surrounding communities of Alabama. Our lawyers have the combined experience in criminal defense you need, having successfully defended clients on DUI charges involving alcohol and drugs. We also provide defense representation for people charged with other drug crimes, including possession and possession with the intent to sell. It is important to understand what you are facing and what an experienced lawyer can do for you.
Contact us at Burke, Harvey & Frankowski if you are facing a DUI drug arrest in Alabama and are concerned about your future.
Birmingham DUI and DWI Defense Lawyers
Prosecutors and law enforcement officials treat drug DUI cases in a manner similar to how they treat DUI and DWI alcohol cases. They will use field sobriety and other chemical tests to gain evidence against drivers suspected of being under the influence of drugs and the arresting officers will testify to other circumstantial evidence, including physical signs and symptoms of the drivers before and during the traffic stop.
One important aspect of a DUI drug arrest is the definition of a drug. This definition is usually very broad and includes any substance that affects or alters the physical or mental capacities of a driver. This includes illegal drugs, such as marijuana and cocaine, as well as prescription drugs, whether they were prescribed by a physician or not. Even over-the-counter medications like caffeine pills and cold medicines may qualify as drugs if their consumption results in impairment.
Contact Us for Experienced DUI Drugs Defense
At Burke, Harvey & Frankowski, we will aggressively defend you if you have been charged with a DUI drugs offense in Alabama. Our attorneys will examine the stop and the arrest to determine if law enforcement followed correct procedure. Contact us to schedule a free initial consultation and learn more about your rights. Call us in Birmingham at 205-930-9091 or toll free at 888-930-9091.
