Corbridge Law Offices See Rise in DUI Cases in Washington County Oregon
DUI cases seem to be rising in Washington County, though the county has not released arrest data for December.
Washington County Courthouse, Hillsboro, Oregon (December 2019) - There seems to be an increase in arrests for DUI, DWI, and DUII in the greater Washington County area. Often the cause of this is alleged drinking at Holiday Parties.
If you are charged with driving under the influence and are in custody at Washington County Jail in downtown Hillsboro or are released, we advise you to consult an attorney immediately to know your rights.
The State of Oregon:
ORS 813.010(1) Driving under the influence of intoxicants; penalty.
A person commits the offense of driving while under the influence of intoxicants if the person drives a vehicle while the person:
(a) Has 0.08 percent or more by weight of alcohol in the blood of the person as shown by chemical analysis of the breath or blood of the person made under ORS 813.100, 813.140 or 813.150;
(b) Is under the influence of intoxicating liquor, cannabis, a controlled substance or an inhalant; or
(c) Is under the influence of any combination of intoxicating liquor, cannabis, a controlled substance and an inhalant.
It is important that residents and visitors to Washington County understand the law and the legal blood alcohol limits.
Corbridge Law Offices, P.C.
10315 NW Tanasbourne Drive
Suite 100, Hillsboro, OR 97124
Phone: 503-352-9360
