Washington State BUI - Boating Under the Influence of Intoxicants

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Boating Under the Influence in Washington State.

Boating under the influence is considered a serious criminal offense in Washington State, and as of late, there has been an increasing emphasis on drinking and boating. Why should a BUI be taken seriously? It is a misdemeanor that is punishable by up to 90 days of jail time and a $1,000 fine.

Even if your BAC level was less than .08, you can still be convicted of BUI.

When our clients first come to our law offices, they often express how shocked they were when their relaxing day on Washington Lake turns into an embarrassing criminal arrest. A WA State trooper can without seemingly for any reason, come on board and ask you for a breath sample and for you to perform field sobriety test. In a polite manner of course, we recommend that you refuse to do so and ask to speak with your attorney immediately. Since these field sobriety tests are not mandatory, it is in your best interest to refuse them.

How is a DUI arrest different than a BUI?

With a BUI arrest, there is no risk of having your driving privileges suspended. This is good news for you, but to avoid possible jail time and a hefty fine, we recommend that you speak with one of our skilled BUI attorneys today.

A BUI alleged violation is typically nothing more than a pretext after alcohol was seen on the boat. Don’t let your relaxing day out on the lake turn into a nightmare situation. Call one our knowledgeable BUI lawyers if you are facing this charge for a free consultation!

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