Pearl City BUI Lawyer

BUI Attorney In Pearl City, HI

If you were driving a boat under the influence of drugs or alcohol at Pearl Harbor’s West Loch or Aiea Bay, you may be facing BUI charges. In Hawaii, these charges are similar to driving while intoxicated. A seasoned Pearl City BUI lawyer may be able to help you fight the charges and protect your future.
The Law Office of R. Patrick McPherson understands that a BUI charge can have significant consequences that will last long after your case is closed. We can use our over 20 years of experience handling traffic tickets, DUIs, and BUIs to work toward a positive outcome for your case.

Is a BUI the Same as a DUI?

It’s not uncommon to hear about driving under the influence, but Hawaii’s miles of coastal waters make this offense more common than in other states. Hawaii’s laws state that it is illegal to operate a boat, jet ski, or other type of vessel while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. A study shows that alcohol is a leading cause of boating accidents and a leading factor in 20% of deaths.
The laws for BUI are very similar to the laws for DUI. Hawaii law states that if you have a blood alcohol level of 0.08% or higher within four hours after the time of the violation, you are considered to be boating while intoxicated.

Penalties for BUI

The consequences for BUI are also very similar to those of DUI. You may be facing a variety of penalties that could affect you for years.
Hawaii is an implied consent state. This means that by operating a boat within the state, you have implied that you will automatically give consent for a sample of your blood or breath if law enforcement arrests you for an action that occurs while you are driving the vessel.

If you are convicted, your BUI penalties may include:

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

Hire a BUI Lawyer

If you are facing a BUI, it’s important to hire a reliable BUI lawyer who can assist with your case. BUI laws are very complex, and boating under the influence cases require an experienced attorney who knows the laws inside and out. An experienced Pearl City BUI attorney can discuss your case with you and come up with a defense that can help protect your rights.

Some of the possible defenses an attorney may use include:

• Faulty breathalyzer. An attorney may challenge the breathalyzer procedure and results.
• Insufficient evidence of impairment. An attorney can argue that the prosecution doesn’t have sufficient evidence that you were impaired at the time of your arrest.
• Fourth Amendment violation. An officer must show probable cause for stopping you. If they can show this, evidence obtained during the illegal stop cannot be used.

Contact a BUI Attorney

Facing BUI charges can be frightening, but you can find help. Contact The Law Office of R. Patrick McPherson today. Our team has experience defending clients against traffic tickets, DUI charges, and BUI charges in Pearl City. Call us for a consultation so we can discuss your case and begin developing a defense strategy.

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R. Patrick McPherson, Pearl City, HI Office

1001 Bishop St. Suite 1550 Honolulu, HI 96813