Our attorneys are often contacted by clients, or potential clients, with questions about an Orange Beach Alabama DUI or DWI arrest.  We have listed some of the questions below along with brief answers.  These answers are not all inclusive and do not apply in all case; therefore, call one of our AL drinking and driving lawyers to discuss your specific Orange Beach alcohol or drug related offense.  Our lawyers offer a FREE CONSULTATION on alcohol or drug related cases (251) 945-5300.

Can I be charged with driving under the influence in Orange Beach even if I was not driving at the time of the arrest?

Yes. Under the Alabama DUI laws you can be prosecuted for driving under the influence even if you are not driving.  Alabama DUI law says that you “shall not drive or be in actual control of any vehicle” while intoxicated.  There have been cases where someone was found guilty when they were under the influence of alcohol and asleep in their car at the time they were arrested for DUI or DWI.  This is why it is important to speak with an Orange Beach Alabama drunk driving defense attorney about your specific situation.   

Can I be charged with a DUI in Orange Beach even if I do not submit to a breathalyzer test?

Yes.  Under Alabama DUI law you can be prosecuted for driving under the influence, even if you do not submit to a breathalyzer test.  If an officer believes that you are so impaired that you are not capable of safely operating a motor vehicle the officer can arrest you for DUI or DWI.  These situations are very fact specific so call one of our attorneys about your Orange Beach Alabama drinking and driving offense.

Can I go to jail in Orange Beach even if this is my first offense DUI?

Yes.  The penalties for a first offense DUI in Alabama are harsh and if you are charged with driving under the influence and it is your first offense it could carry between 0 – 365 days in jail.  

If I am convicted of DUI in Orange Beach will my driver’s license be suspended?

Yes.  If you have been charged with driving under the influence and you do not contest the driver’s license suspension then your driving privileges with be suspended.  The length of suspension or revocation is determined by the number of prior DUI or DWI convictions that you have.  You may be able to fight the license suspension, but remember that you only have ten (10) days from your arrest to request an administrative hearing. 

If my driver’s license is suspended because of an Orange Beach Alabama DUI can I get a license to go back and forth to work?

No. Currently Alabama does not provide hardship driver permits; however, there may be other measure that can help you to avoid the loss of your driver’s license.