Kirkland, Washington is stepping up their DUI game for the upcoming holidays. Kirkland Police are warning people that there is going to be an increased number of officers looking for drunk or drugged drivers between now and New Years Day.
Kirkland Police are paying special attention the drivers driving after using Marijuana. According to a recent study, many people believe the Marijuana doesn’t affect driving, and maybe even makes a person a better driver.
The bottom line is, if you are going to be celebrating the holidays with cocktails or Marijuana you better have a designated driver. If you get arrested for a DUI you may immediately face, incarceration, Ignition interlock device, costly bail, and attorney fees. Not to mention, if you are convicted, you will face up to 364 days in jail, $5,000 fine, license suspension, alcohol or drug education classes, high insurance rates, and many other penalties.
So, if you don’t take may advise, or you are reading this too late, the next best thing you can do is contact an experienced Kirkland DUI attorney. For more information, you can look at your Kirkland DUI information page or download our DUI book.