A driving under the influence charge can happen one of two ways in Delaware. If you have been drinking alcoholic beverages and are above the legal limit of .08 and are pulled over you can be arrested for DUI in New Castle County, Delaware. The second way you can be arrested for driving under the influence in Delaware is if you are under the influence of drugs. Marijuana is a very common street drug in New Castle County, Delaware, Kent County, Delaware and Sussex County, Delaware. People often smoke marijuana and then opt to operate a motor vehicle which can lead to being arrested. If you are facing Delaware Marijuana DUI charges you should immediately speak with a Delaware Marijuana DUI Lawyer.

Penalties for Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana in Delaware

A DUI conviction, even a first offense, can disrupt your life now and in the future. Upon conviction you will face severe fines, fees, increased insurance premiums and a loss of driving privileges. You may also face up to 6 months in jail.

If you were found with drugs in the car at the time of the DUI arrest you will face additional charges related to the drugs such as marijuana possession and possession of drug paraphernalia. The consequences for these charges can be substantially more severe than the DUI charges and can involve fines, fees, community service and jail time.

Signs of Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana

There are several signs that can indicate that you were possibly driving under the influence of marijuana. They are:

  • Smell of marijuana in car
  • Driving excessively slowly
  • Erratic driving behaviors
  • Slurred speech
  • Bloodshot eyes
  • Impaired cognitive function
  • Impaired motor skills

Contact a Kent County Delaware Marijuana DWI Defense Lawyer

Call me, University Of Delaware Marijuana DUI Lawyer Brian J. Chapman to discuss your case at 302-656-2528. Or, you can contact Delaware Cannabis DUI Defense Attorney Brian J. Chapman here via email. You need an experienced and aggressive defense attorney who truly has your best interest in mind. I will use my years of experience, knowledge and resources to achieve the best result for you. If that cannot happen I will do my best to have the charges lessened. I also specialize in defending non-Delaware residents who have been charged with DUI, traffic violations and drug crimes in surrounding states such as New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington D.C. and Virginia.

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