Being pulled over and found to be driving under the influence of alcohol is not something to take lightly. The event can go far beyond a court date and paying a fine. Here are some of the consequences that come with a conviction for drunk driving in Easton.
Missed Time at Work
The decision to drive home after having one too many could have an impact on getting to work the following day. This is because there is no guarantee that bail will be set until several hours after the arrest. Explaining to the boss why getting to work on time was not possible will be hard enough, and informing them that there will be the need to take a day off to appear in court will not do anything to make things more pleasant around the workplace. If the judge orders the individual to attend classes that are only available during the day, that will mean the necessity of a third unpleasant conversation.
For people who work for an hourly wage, this will also mean the paycheck is affected, after all, the boss is not likely to allow the employee to remain on the clock for a court date or to attend those classes. Along with affecting things at work, the individual will also have to adjust the household budget to allow for the lost income.
An Increase in the Insurance Rates
Rest assured that when the car insurance provider finds out about the drunk driving in Easton, that information will play a role in the type of premium the client receives at the next renewal period. The money paid to the court is only the beginning. It can take years before the arrest is no longer considered relevant by an insurance provider. So, in the interim, there is no choice but to pay higher premiums in order to maintain the coverage.
For anyone who is pulled over and found to be driving while intoxicated, contact the law office of Bruce S. Raphel PC today. While it will not be possible to undo the damage, having legal counsel will pave the way for the best possible outcome.
