Ewa Beach BUI Lawyer

BUI Attorney In Ewa Beach, HI

Boating under the influence is a serious crime that comes with steep consequences, which can have long-lasting effects legally and personally if you are convicted. If you have been charged with BUI, an expert Ewa Beach BUI lawyer can help you fight the charges.
The Law Office of R. Patrick McPherson has over 20 years of experience defending clients against DUI and BUI charges. We can use our knowledge of traffic laws and experience in criminal defense to help work towards a positive outcome.

Understanding Hawaii BUI Laws

Under Hawaii law §13-244-11, it is illegal to operate a vessel on the waters of the state if one is under the influence of any narcotic or alcohol. Hawaii BUI laws are similar to DUI laws and carry very similar consequences and penalties if convicted.
According to the U.S. Coast Guard, about half of all accidents involving boats also involve drugs or alcohol. A day out on the water should not end with a BUI conviction that could follow you for the rest of your life.
If you have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% and are stopped by the Coast Guard while boating along the coast of Mamala Bay, you are considered to be boating under the influence. Even a first-time BUI offense can result in jail time in addition to fines and loss of license.

Some of the possible BUI penalties include:

• Fines
• Jail time
• Community service
• Mandatory drug and alcohol counseling or treatment
• Probation
• Loss or revocation of your driver’s license

Losing your license can impact daily life and make it difficult to get to work, which can also lead to loss of income.

Do I Need to Hire a BUI Lawyer?

Boating under the influence is a serious charge. An experienced Ewa Beach BUI attorney with experience in boating under the influence cases can help you fight the charges and minimize the penalties. BUI laws are complex. An attorney has a better understanding of how to apply the laws to your case, which can help you reach a better outcome.

When you hire a BUI lawyer, they can:

• Investigate your case to help determine your defense
• Negotiate on your behalf. A BUI attorney can negotiate with prosecutors to reduce the charges or minimize the BUI penalties.
• Challenge evidence. Your attorney can investigate the breathalyzer or blood test and challenge the accuracy of a field sobriety test.
• File motions. An attorney can file legal motions on your behalf and submit legal documents, ensuring everything is done on time.
• Represent you in court. If your case goes to trial, your BUI attorney can fight for your rights.

Contact an Ewa Beach BUI Attorney to Help

If you are facing BUI charges, contact The Law Office of R. Patrick McPherson today for a consultation. Our firm is dedicated to helping clients who have been charged with BUI. During your initial consultation, you’ll be able to speak to an attorney and receive an evaluation of your case. You can call or contact us online.

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“Best Lawyer in all of Honolulu! Pat was very nice and straight to the point. He gave me an entire run down of what was going to happen and exactly what he said happened. With Pats help I was able to get the outcome I wanted. Don’t settle for lawyers who will “discount” or lower their prices so they can represent you. Pat gave me one set price and it was worth every penny.

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R. Patrick McPherson, Ewa Beach, HI Office

1001 Bishop St. Suite 1550 Honolulu, HI 96813