Burlington DUI Lawyer
Introduction
Facing a criminal charge, such as a DUI, in Burlington can be a challenging and confusing experience, right from the get go. Finding the right Burlington DUI Lawyer will alleviate some of that stress, and all of the confusion, which is a common first step in the path taken by accused people.
Andrew Captan is an experienced Burlington DUI Lawyer, with 15 years of experience as a criminal defence lawyer.
Andrew Captan takes on all DUI charges that occur in Halton, including Milton and Burlington, such as:
- Refusing a breath demand
- Failing to comply with a breath demand
- Impaired operation
- Impaired care or control
- Impaired driving causing bodily harm or death
- Excess Blood Alcohol Concentration – Operation
- Excess Blood Alcohol Concentration – Care or Control
- Excess Blood Alcohol Concentration causing bodily harm or death
Mr. Captan assists both Adults and Youths in Halton. Payment plans are offered to clients who cannot afford complete, up front retainers.
Mr. Captan has assisted a wide range of clientele, including:
- Teachers
- Bank managers
- Athletes
- Prison guards
- Lawyers
- And More!
Police Divisions and Contact with the Police in a DUI Investigation
The Halton Regional Police Service and the OPP police the streets of Burlington.
The main police division for Burlington is 30 Division, which is part of the larger Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS). This is one of five districts within the HRPS, which provides all police services for the City of Burlington.
If you receive a call from a police officer at 30 Division or any other division in Halton, and are asked to come into the station, you can ask for their name and badge number, and request that you be afforded an opportunity to speak to a lawyer before answering any of their questions, and that either you or a lawyer will reach back out forthwith.
If you are the subject of a DUI investigation in Burlington, then you will be afforded an opportunity to speak with a lawyer of your choice, or with duty counsel. It is highly suggested that you exercise that right. Turning down that right may cause a chain reaction of issues:
- You may be removing the possibility of a potential Charter (or constitutional) argument by turning down a chance to request a call with a lawyer
- You may make admissions against your interest if you don’t speak to a lawyer, particularly in the breath sample seizure process
Court House Information
Facing a criminal charge in Burlington, your case will be handled at both the Ontario Court of Justice in Milton, the information of which can be found HERE, and the Ontario Court of Justice in Burlington, the information of which can be located HERE.
On the paperwork you were issued by the police for your DUI case, there should be the court address on it, indicating when you are to appear for your first appearance, and where.
Crown Attorney Contact Information
The Crown Attorney’s office will be responsible for the prosecution of your DUI. Their contact info can be located on the links directly above.
Court Process Length
Once your case makes its way into court for a first appearance, the average life cycle of a case will depend on whether it resolves without a trial or goes to trial. If the cases goes to trial, it can take over a year to obtain trial dates. If the case completes without a trial, 6 months is an approximate timeframe for how long the case will last.
Potential Penalties for a DUI in Burlington
The penalties for a DUI will largely depend on whether you are a first time or repeat offender. For a first time offender, you are looking at a mandatory minimum fine and a 12 month prohibition on driving. Those minimums can go up, depending on whether there are any aggravating features to your offence (accident, injuries, a child in the car, etc).
If you are a repeat offender, you are facing a minimum period of jail (at least 30 days), along with a lengthier prohibition on driving.
The consequences of a DUI can be long lasting. A Burlington DUI Lawyer can craft a plan of action to assist with minimizing any potential penalties that you might face for your case.
How Can I Beat My Burlington DUI Case
The million dollar question. Unfortunately, there’s no way to know whether you may have legal defences available, until a lawyer reviews your disclosure. Some potential defences for DUI cases are as follows:
- Identification (ie, they’ve got the wrong guy)
- Involuntary intoxication (e.g. my drink was spiked)
- The Crown can’t prove impairment beyond a reasonable doubt
- Charter rights were violated
You should review your disclosure with an experienced Burlington DUI Lawyer to explore a specific defence strategy.
Andrew Captan – Burlington DUI Lawyer
Andrew Captan can assist you with your case, and will ensure that it is handled with the utmost care and experience. Your case will not be delegated to a junior, and all the critical legal work will be done by Mr. Captan himself, ensuring consistency throughout. For a free consultation, call (647) 878 – 6355 or e-mail him at andrew@captanlaw.com for more info.
