You Need an Attorney to Fight Your Implied Consent Charge
If you’re facing charges for DUI or Implied Consent in Middle Tennessee, contact me to discuss your case.
Refusing a blood alcohol test such as a breathalyzer or blood for a blood test is known as an implied consent violation. This violation does not carry a criminal penalty, but it can result in loss of your driver’s license. Just like a DUI, the penalty for each implied consent violation can result in a more severe penalty. These violations are most common with DUIs because you must have refused to give blood or refused to take the breath test that accompanies a DUI stop. You need an attorney to fight your implied consent charge, and I can help.
Penalties for Implied Consent Law Violation
Refusal to Submit to Blood Alcohol (BAC) Testing [55-10-406]
- Revocation of Drivers License for 1 year – 1st offense
- Revocation of Drivers License for 2 years – 2nd offense
- Revocation of Drivers License for 2 years if crash resulted in bodily injury (Most Aggravated Drunk Driving Law)
- Revocation of Drivers License for 5 years if crash resulted in a death (Most Aggravated Drunk Driving Law)
Information provided by the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security
If you are facing criminal charges in Tennessee, contact me now. I can help.
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