Memphis DUI Attorney

DUI Defense Firm with More Than 60 Years of Experience

Are you facing charges for drunk driving in Tennessee? Do not face the penalties that come with drunk driving alone! If you have been arrested for a DUI in Memphis, the penalties can be very serious even on a first offense. At the Law Offices of Stephen R. Leffler, P.C., our Memphis DUI lawyers have helped clients navigate the confusing and taxing process following being arrested for a DUI.

In Tennessee, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content (BAC) that is 0.08% or above. This law also applies to driving under the influence of narcotics or any prescription medications which might affect the ability to operate the car.

Have you or a loved one been charged with a DUI? Don’t hesitate to call our Memphis DUI lawyers at (901) 509-9112!

BAC Rules in Tennessee

• While the 0.08% is a baseline, you can face arrest for lesser blood alcohol content:
• For drivers 21 years old and over, the legal BAC is 0.08%
• Drivers who are under 21 years old must be under 0.02%
• Commercial drivers have a legal limit of 0.04%

Field Sobriety & Chemical Tests

If you are pulled over for by a police officer, they may ask you to participate in field sobriety tests to determine if you are intoxicated. The purpose of these tests is to gather enough evidence to support a DUI arrest. You are not required to participate in the field sobriety tests. Should you be arrested, you will be subject to a chemical test to determine your BAC by breath, blood, or urine. Refusing to participate in this test will result in an automatic suspension of your license for one year on your first offense.

Contact Our Memphis DUI Attorneys at (901) 509-9112

Being arrested for DUI means you or your loved one could be facing serious consequences. A first-time conviction for DUI can result in a fine up to $1,500, up to one year of jail time, and the driver’s license being revoked for one year. The Memphis DUI attorneys at the Law Offices of Stephen R. Leffler, P.C. can provide you with experienced legal representation to fight your DUI charge.

Contact us at (901) 509-9112 to learn how we can help!