When it comes to DUI defense, every court has its own nuance. 

Attorney Sheri Pewitt, Founder of the Pewitt Law, focuses much of her practice on DUI Defense. A DUI charge is a very serious charge and few cases require greater attorney expertise than driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.  In addition to having a strong working knowledge of the science involved in breath and chemical testing, it's helpful to know how each court operates. While some elements of a DUI sentence are statutorily mandated, others are left to the discretion of the sentencing judge. For example, a sentencing judge has discretion to decide how much jail to impose within the statutory scheme.  The same is true when a judge sets probation conditions.

Typical conditions of probation on any case that originated as a DUI or physical vontrol:

1. No driving a motor vehicle without license and insurance.*
2. No driving with a BAC of .08 or THC of 5.0 or over within 2 hours of driving.*
3. No refusing a BAC or blood draw.*
4. Supervised probation.
5. Alcohol and drug evaluation and follow-up treatment as recommended.
6. RCW 46.61.5152 - DUI Victim's Panel.
7. RCW 46.61.5054- $200 BAC fee, unless indigent.*
8. No major moving violations.
9. No alcohol related charges or convictions.
10. Restitution, if any.
11. RCW 38.52.430- Reimbursement for emergency response, if requested, documented, and incident involves more than typical DUI.
12. Ignition Interlock Device as required by DOL.
13. DUI Cost Recovery ($125 minimum) to Law Enforcement Agency. (this goes directly to the LEA and is separate from the BAC fee)
14. No criminal law violations.

*Mandatory