At M.A.J. Law, we’re a trusted team of expert drink driving solicitors with a proven track record in defending drink driving offences in Hackney.
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Established over 10 years ago, M.A.J. Law boasts a team of specialist motoring offence solicitors with unrivalled experience in defending drink driving cases in London.
Our team of solicitors have first-hand knowledge of the UK drink driving law and of Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court, so we know what to expect when defending our clients, giving them the best possible chance of avoiding a driving ban.
If you’ve recently been charged with drink driving offences in Hackney, you will require the services of expert road traffic lawyers who have the experience and knowledge to represent clients in the Magistrates’ courts.
Controlling a motor vehicle while over the drink driving limit is a criminal offence and can lead to penalty points on your driving licence, a ban from driving, and potentially even a prison sentence.
At M.A.J. Law, we’ve represented hundreds of people in courts all over London, so we understand the legal complexities surrounding cases like yours. We defend drink driving cases where the accused person has measured over the legal limit for breath, blood, or urine, and for anybody who failed to provide a specimen at the police station.
We know you’ll probably be stressed and anxious about your day in court, but by putting your faith in our team – who understand the intricacies of UK road traffic law – you’re giving yourself the best chance possible of a positive outcome.
It is dangerous driving while under the influence of alcohol, and warrants punishment. However, you are entitled to legal representation, and we’re here to help.
At M.A.J. Law, we’re highly qualified solicitors who understand the complexities of motoring law in the UK, and we’re keen to discuss your situation.
Before looking into your case, it’s important that you know it is possible to receive a not guilty verdict in the Magistrates’ courts even if you were arrested for driving over the alcohol limit.
Several technical defences can apply to drink driving cases, relating to your roadside arrest, the prosecution disclosure, and the procedure of the arresting police officer, both at the roadside and during the police station stage of proceedings.
If we find any mistakes were made, we’ll give you the best chance possible of avoiding losing your driving licence.
On the court date, we can also negotiate lower charges when appropriate. ‘Plea deals’ are possible where you plead guilty but avoid a driving ban.
However, we cannot promise anything when it comes to drink driving offences. One thing we can guarantee is giving you our all to defend you in court.
You can expect a variety of different punishments if found guilty of drink driving. All drink driving offences in the UK carry a mandatory driving ban, which ranges from 12 months to upwards of three years, depending on the severity of your charges.
If you’re found guilty, you’ll also receive a fine and possible community service. You may even be forced to serve time in prison, depending on how intoxicated you were, and if you have any previous convictions or have been charged with multiple offences.
In some cases, however, we can prevent you from losing your driving licence, but there must be serious extenuating circumstances.
A drink driving conviction can also lead to issues in your personal life and have lasting effects for many years.
On top of a criminal conviction, you can also experience other issues, such as:
While it isn’t mandatory to have legal representation in court, we highly recommend you do because you’re then giving yourself the best chance possible of a positive outcome. Drink driving solicitors in Hackney, like us at M.A.J. Law, can provide a high-quality criminal defence that you cannot.
We understand the different loopholes available that can be used in your defence, and we can argue different motions in court. We can also lead an investigation into how the police handled the entire process, potentially giving you a better chance of a not-guilty verdict.
Of course, you’re welcome to defend yourself, but you’re more likely to keep your driving licence when opting for professional help from the motoring law solicitors at M.A.J. Law.
As a courtesy, we’ve included the need-to-know information about Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court, where drink driving offences in Hackney are heard.
You can find the address in the section below, or get in touch through the following contact details:
51 Holloway Road
London
N7 8JA
Email: northlondonmc@justice.gov.uk
Phone: 03308 084 407
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 am to 11 am and 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm.
Note: We would advise you to speak to a solicitor before contacting the court or CPS. It is in your interests to understand all your options before stepping into court.
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Don’t panic! We will prepare your case for court, obtain the evidence and explain your options in detail. You may have a defence without realising and could be found not-guilty.
Not always. This offence can carry 10 penalty points. We may even be able to defend the charge if you were not going to drive whilst over the legal limit. Please get in touch and we’ll explain the process.
Failing to provide is often treated more seriously than drink driving and can carry an immediate custodial sentence. It’s important to understand the reason why you failed and whether this is a defence.
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