Drink Driving Solicitor Sheffield

M.A.J Law has been representing clients at Sheffield Magistrates' Court for over 10 years. We have first hand knowledge of the court and prosecution system in Sheffield. 

On this page;

  • Sheffield Magistrates Court
  • Drink Driving Defences
  • Drink Driving Reviews

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Drink Driving Solicitors Sheffield

Sheffield Magistrates' Court Solicitors 

Drink driving is a serious motoring offence that can result in immediate custody. Despite this, it is one of the most common motoring offences committed on roads in Sheffield. Drink and drug driving is an all-year-round problem on Sheffield's roads - and, everyday, officers stop drivers who are behind the wheel in an unfit state.

South Yorkshire Police take a no nonsense, zero-tolerance approach to these offences. In one recent article, Sheffield Constabulary warned there was "no safe limit" when driving a vehicle. It is for this reason that M.A.J Law regularly defend drink driving cases in and around South Yorkshire. M.A.J Law has first hand experience of Sheffield Magistrates' Court. We have represented clients in this part of the country for over 10 years. 

Drink Driving Sentence - Sheffield

Drink driving disqualifications for a first time offender range from 12 months to three years (longer if you have previous convictions or have caused injury). It does not matter if you need your vehicle for work or to support your family, the court will still have to ban you. Drink driving mitigation can be important and may help to reduce the driving ban or avoid more serious penalties like community service or prison. You can read more about mitigation on our Mitigation Page. The only way to avoid a driving ban is to win the case (avoid a conviction). This is not as difficult as it may sound and involves challenging the accuracy of the evidence against you.

How to get off a drink driving charge

There are four common ways to win a drink driving case;

  1. Police procedure 
  2. Reliability of the result
  3. Prosecution disclosure
  4. Witness attendance 

I do not intend to explain what each of these defences relate to, but I would encourage you to call us directly to discuss your case. We offer free initial advice to anyone charged/suspected of drink driving and we regularly attend Sheffield Magistrates' Court to represent our clients. For more information about drink driving defences and loopholes, please see this page. 

Where is Sheffield Magistrates' Court?

Address: Castle St, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S3 8LU

South Yorkshire Police

Different police stations have slightly different ways of doing things. Some police stations are known for their thorough and diligent approach to police procedures, whilst others are known for cutting corners. Please remember that the police must comply with statutory provisions and PACE Codes of Practice when processing a drink driving suspect. We would be pleased to discuss the individual police station that you were taken to and any concerns you might have. 

If you are required to attend Bristol Magistrates' Court, you were probably taken to one of the following police stations;

  • Sheffield Police Station
  • Ecclesfield Police Station
  • Moss Way Police Station
  • Doncaster Police Station
  • Barnsley Police Station
  • Rotherham Police Station

Your time spent in police custody is very important. We would always advise talking to us about the evidential procedures in police custody. We will be able to explain in straightforward terms whether you have a defence to the allegation. To learn more about drink driving defences, please see our case studies. 

Please remember that all our initial advice is free of charge.

Who are M.A.J Law?

M.A.J Law are a specialist team of driving defence solicitors. We represent clients charged with all motoring offences including drink driving, drug driving, failing to provide and speeding. Many of our cases are won on technical points of procedure. 

You will no doubt be extremely worried about your first court hearing at Sheffield Magistrates' Court. Our drink driving team would be pleased to discuss your options in detail. We can also confirm our fixed fee pricing structure with you.  

Sheffield Magistrates' Court contact details;

Court Facilities

  • There is disabled access at this court and assistance dogs are welcome

  • Private interview rooms 

  • Baby changing facilities are located on the first floor

Sheffield Magistrates' Court Reviews