DUI / Drunk Driving

DUI / Drunk Driving Defense Attorneys in Mobile, AL

Aggressive DUI Defense for Clients Across Mobile, Baldwin & Beyond

A DUI charge can shake up your life—fast. The penalties are steep, the process confusing, and the consequences long-lasting. At The Hernandez & Associates Law Firm, we deliver clear guidance, sharp legal strategy, and powerful courtroom defense to individuals facing DUI charges throughout Mobile County, Baldwin County, and surrounding areas.

Whether you’re dealing with your first DUI or a repeat offense, we’re here to defend your rights, minimize the impact, and help you move forward with confidence.

Understanding DUI Charges in Alabama

Alabama law takes impaired driving seriously. You can be charged with DUI if your:

  • Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) is 0.08% or higher
  • BAC is 0.04% as a commercial driver
  • BAC is 0.02% if you’re under 21
  • Driving is impaired, even if your BAC is under the limit

You can also face charges if you refuse testing—thanks to Alabama’s Implied Consent Law. Refusal results in an automatic license suspension (90 days for the first offense, up to a year for subsequent refusals).

Penalties for DUI in Alabama

DUI penalties increase with each offense and can include jail time, high fines, loss of license, and mandatory DUI education.

First Offense:

  • Fines: $600–$2,100
  • Up to 1 year in jail
  • 90-day license suspension
  • DUI School required

Second Offense (within 10 years):

  • Fines: $1,100–$5,100
  • 5 days to 1 year in jail (or community service)
  • 1-year license revocation
  • DUI School required

Third Offense:

  • Fines: $2,100–$10,100
  • 60 days to 1 year in jail
  • 3-year license revocation
  • DUI School required

Fourth or More (Felony DUI):

  • Fines: $4,100–$10,100
  • 1 to 10 years in prison
  • 5-year license revocation
  • DUI School required

Aggravating factors (such as a BAC of 0.15%+, having a child in the car, or causing injury/death) can increase sentencing.

How We Defend DUI Cases

We don’t take DUI cases lightly—because the stakes are high. Our attorneys conduct a thorough review of every element of your arrest. We build your defense by:

  • Challenging the legality of the stop or arrest
  • Scrutinizing BAC testing methods and machine calibration
  • Analyzing bodycam footage, police reports, and field sobriety test administration
  • Investigating rights violations or procedural errors
  • Exploring alternative sentencing or charge reduction opportunities


We push for dismissed charges, reduced penalties, and long-term solutions tailored to your situation.

You Deserve Skilled, Local Representation

The effects of a DUI go beyond jail time or fines. It can impact your job, your family life, your insurance, and even your reputation. That’s why it’s critical to have a knowledgeable DUI lawyer who knows the local courts, prosecutors, and legal landscape.

With over 50 years of combined legal experience, we proudly represent clients across:

  • Mobile County: Mobile, Saraland, Satsuma, Chickasaw, Prichard, Semmes, Bayou La Batre, Mt. Vernon, and more
  • Baldwin County: Daphne, Fairhope, Foley, Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Bay Minette, and nearby coastal communities

Get Help From a DUI Lawyer in Mobile, AL

Don’t let a DUI conviction define your future. We’re here to help you fight back—and move forward.

(251) 479-1477

Office in Mobile | Serving clients across Alabama
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