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Impaired Driving

It is a known fact that driving offences and DUIs can negatively impact every aspect of your life, including your career, home, family, and finances. Especially if the charges are severe. Regardless of the circumstances, you deserve the possibility to defend your rights.

At Martin G. Schulz, our goal is to give you just that— a chance to have a fair and just trial and outcome.

We handle all manner of driving offences, including:

DUI / driving while impaired
Driving while disqualified or with a suspended license
Traffic Safety Act offences
Careless or dangerous driving
Fleeing from police
Leaving the scene of an accident
Refusing a breath test
Possessing over the legal limit of THC in your system

We will provide you with nonjudgmental counsel and work with you throughout the justice process so you can understand what options are available to you.

What Rights Do I Have if I’ve Been Accused of an Impaired Driving Offence?

If you’ve been accused of a driving offence, you do have rights.

You have the right to stay silent. Until you have spoken to your lawyer, you are not required to answer any questions posed to you by the police officers
Your passengers also have the right to remain silent; it is not mandatory for the passengers in your vehicle to talk to officers or provide identification
Unless there is a warrant, you have the right to say “No” to a vehicle search
You have the right to lawyer representation and to defend against the charges against you.

What Am I Required To Do If I’ve Been Accused of a DUI or Driving Offence?

The first thing you must do if you’ve been pulled over and accused of an offence is to show the officer your drivers’ license, vehicle registration, and proof of insurance. This action is required by law and refusal to do so may result in a heavier charge.

The second thing to keep in mind also is if asked, you must blow into an Approved Screening Device (ASD) or breathalyzer. In Alberta, if you fail to provide the officer with a breath sample, your licence will be automatically suspended.

How Can an Impaired Driving Lawyer in Calgary or Edmonton Help Me?

Unfortunately, many people just accept the driving charges against them and pay the fine, take the demerit points, or do the time without question.

The right criminal defence and impaired driving lawyer can change all that.

With years of experience defending against driving charges, we know all the technicalities of Alberta’s traffic laws, whether it’s a severe criminal charge or a simple speeding ticket. We’ve helped hundreds of clients to reduce their sentences, appeal charges, and even had charges dropped entirely. We can help you too.

How Long Does an Impaired Driving Charge Stay On Your Record in Alberta?

Alberta uses a 10-year look-back period for repeat offenders and impaired driving convictions. This is among the longest in Canada and can affect how the courts will judge your case even if years have passed since your first conviction.

Don't Delay, Call Today!

The criminal justice system waits for no one and time is of the essence if you’ve been charged with a driving offence. Your first step is to immediately speak to an impaired driving lawyer. With sufficient time and resources, we will be able to review the charges laid, perform extensive investigation, and develop a solid case on your behalf.

You do not have to accept the impaired driving charges against you! You have rights and you have options. Call us today for your free consultation.