It’s every parent’s nightmare. Your teenager is driving home from a night of partying with friends, only to be pulled over by the police. A simple traffic violation rapidly escalates into a Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants (DUII) charge. What can you expect, and how can you mitigate the consequences?
Oregon created the Diversion Program to allow eligible offenders to avoid a DUII conviction. If eligible, you may want to take advantage of this program.
The Diversion Program lasts one year, and requires that all elements of the program be completed to dismiss your DUII, including payment of upfront fees, completion of education courses, attendance at a Victim Impact Panel presentation, abstinence from usage of intoxicants, and maintaining a clean driving record. Be aware, however, that there may be downsides in choosing to participate in a Diversion Program. Therefore, you should contact an experienced Oregon DUII Attorney to better understand the specific requirements pertaining to your charge, and which of your legal rights could be impacted by a Diversion Program.