DUI Charges for Chauffeurs
Chauffeurs and bus drivers both have specific regulations that are important to their ability to legally operate passenger vehicles. These regulations state that a person whose license has been suspended cannot operate a vehicle and a person who is shown to be a habitual user of drugs or alcohol may be denied an appropriate license to operate a vehicle. The effects of a DUI charge can have a significant impact on a person’s ability to work as a chauffeur of a passenger vehicle, and should not be taken lightly.
If you have been charged with driving while intoxicated and your chauffeur’s license is at risk, you need experienced and intelligent DUI defense. The state of Rhode Island takes drunk driving convictions very seriously and the long-term effects of this charge should not be overlooked. Please contact Rhode Island DUI defense lawyer James Powderly today by calling 401-662-9006 for more information on getting the defense you need.
DUI Charges for Commercial Vehicles
Driving passengers in a bus, limousine, or other commercial vehicle requires a specific license. With this license, however, there are specific regulations and demands made by the state of Rhode Island. It is crucial for commercial vehicle drivers to be aware of those regulations, including those regarding alcohol. These regulations are much more stringent than those that exist for the average driver.
A chauffeur with a legal commercial license may not drive with any alcohol in his or her system according to Rhode Island state codes. A driver can be charged with DUI if he or she has a .04% BAC. This is half of the legal limit for a standard passenger vehicle operator. Also, the suspension of a license invalidates a driver’s legal commercial license, which can be a serious imposition on those who drive for a living.
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Chauffeurs, like other commercial drivers, are held to even higher standards regarding drunk driving. If you have been charged with DUI while driving a commercial vehicle, you need an experienced and effective DUI defense lawyer. Please contact Rhode Island DUI defense lawyer James Powderly today by calling 401-662-9006 for more information on your legal rights and options.
