Bubbles91
New Member
Hi
I'm in need of some advice and have a few questions, so I'm sorry to bombard in advance.
Made my first mistake by getting in the bloody car and then shortly after was stopped on Saturday night, (bumped into a cone & had no lights on - which I'm confused about as my lights are automatic!) I fully cooperated with the police, blew 95 originally and then finally 92 at police station where i spent the night. (first driving offence apart from 3 points for speeding nearly 2 ago)
Unfortunately was supposed to be at work sunday morning, was released just before hand and made my next mistake of phoning in and lieing to manager in a panic as I at this point hadn't quite digested everything, however as i have a good work relationship with my assistant manager I told her the truth, but now I'm in a state worrying about that also.
Third mistake - since I can't sleep, reading forums & online advice that solicitors have posted, dvla, citizens advice etc I'm now very confused.
Would people recommend a solicitor? My intention is to plead guilty, but I'm frightened to death of going into court alone, I'm not very good at talking and I know I'll just end up a bambling mess/awkwardly laugh/do something stupid and make things worse for myself. I was told by a police officer that I'm entitled to a duty solicitor, but it's also the prep that I'm unsure about, and then if the ds is busy then I'll be screwed! I've had a quote from a solicitor for £1100, is this reasonable/necessary?
I know to expect a ban between 23-28months and to ask for the course to shorten and of course a fine (solicitor said if i go with him he will help make sure it's a fine and not a community order)
After this, (prep for future now) as I will be classed as a HRO, i understand that i will have to undergo a medical before receiving my license back - I have never been deemed as dependant on alcohol with my GP, however there may be evidence of binging on the file around 10 years ago (early twenties) when asked by a nurse how many units etc.. Obviously not thinking that that could affect my future in any way! If i ask the Dr, will they be able to provide me with a history of what i have told them previously? And then after seeing that they are issuing people with proof of 12m absistence, would it be worth making a start on that a year before my license is due back just incase?
I think that's all... For now
I'm in need of some advice and have a few questions, so I'm sorry to bombard in advance.
Made my first mistake by getting in the bloody car and then shortly after was stopped on Saturday night, (bumped into a cone & had no lights on - which I'm confused about as my lights are automatic!) I fully cooperated with the police, blew 95 originally and then finally 92 at police station where i spent the night. (first driving offence apart from 3 points for speeding nearly 2 ago)
Unfortunately was supposed to be at work sunday morning, was released just before hand and made my next mistake of phoning in and lieing to manager in a panic as I at this point hadn't quite digested everything, however as i have a good work relationship with my assistant manager I told her the truth, but now I'm in a state worrying about that also.
Third mistake - since I can't sleep, reading forums & online advice that solicitors have posted, dvla, citizens advice etc I'm now very confused.
Would people recommend a solicitor? My intention is to plead guilty, but I'm frightened to death of going into court alone, I'm not very good at talking and I know I'll just end up a bambling mess/awkwardly laugh/do something stupid and make things worse for myself. I was told by a police officer that I'm entitled to a duty solicitor, but it's also the prep that I'm unsure about, and then if the ds is busy then I'll be screwed! I've had a quote from a solicitor for £1100, is this reasonable/necessary?
I know to expect a ban between 23-28months and to ask for the course to shorten and of course a fine (solicitor said if i go with him he will help make sure it's a fine and not a community order)
After this, (prep for future now) as I will be classed as a HRO, i understand that i will have to undergo a medical before receiving my license back - I have never been deemed as dependant on alcohol with my GP, however there may be evidence of binging on the file around 10 years ago (early twenties) when asked by a nurse how many units etc.. Obviously not thinking that that could affect my future in any way! If i ask the Dr, will they be able to provide me with a history of what i have told them previously? And then after seeing that they are issuing people with proof of 12m absistence, would it be worth making a start on that a year before my license is due back just incase?
I think that's all... For now