Even first offenses come with severe consequences. You need an attorney who will fight for you.
PROTECTING THE RIGHTS OF OUR CLIENTS
Standing up to Maine's Harsh OUI Laws
Being charged with operating under the influence (OUI) is a serious disruption to anyone's life. In almost all cases, the Secretary of State will suspend your license. The suspension will likely go into effect prior to your Court Case being heard. We will challenge the basis of the suspension at an administrative hearing and help you get your license back as quickly as possible.
Unchallenged, OUI charges can carry fines and jail time. In your criminal case you need a zealous defense attorney who also understands the complexities that are unique to OUI charges. We minimize or eliminate these consequences by providing a vigorous defense.
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Experienced OUI DefenseKristine C. HanlyManaging PartnerOperating Under the Influence cases are a unique sub-set of criminal cases.
I devote substantial time and energy to being educated on the most recent case-law, law enforcement training guidelines and measurement science to get the best outcome for my clients.
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FIRST OFFENSES
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COMMERCIAL DRIVERS
Commercial drivers can lose their right to operate commercial vehicles when charged with OUI or other traffic charges. Hire an attorney who will fight for your CDL.
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MULTIPLE OFFENSES
Maine has harsh enhancements for people with prior offenses. Make sure your rights are protected.
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State of Maine vs. (Name Withheld)DISMISSEDOperating Under the Influence (OUI): After winning the administrative hearing, the client's suspension was rescinded and the driver's license was reinstated. The criminal case was dismissed for an admission to a traffic ticket.
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State of Maine vs. (Name Withheld)REDUCEDOperating Under the Influence (OUI): After winning the administrative hearing, the suspension was rescinded and the drivers license was reinstated. The criminal case ended with a plea to a lesser charge of Driving to Endanger, and the client avoided jail time.
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State of Maine vs. (Name Withheld)REDUCEDFelony Operating Under the Influence (OUI) A client was charged with a felony operating under the influence due to his prior record. The client was facing mandatory 6 months in jail. Through negotiation, the charge was reduced to a misdemeanor with minimal jail time and probation.
Hanly Law
1 Union Street
Suite 401
Portland, Maine 04101
phone: 207.699.2278
fax: 207.221.1410
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Weekends: By Appointment
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