DUII Law Firm in Oregon

West Linn DUII Defense Backed by Years of Public Defense Experience

A DUII arrest in West Linn can trigger two separate legal tracks at once: a criminal case in court and a license suspension action by the Oregon DMV. To contest the DMV suspension, you must request a hearing within 10 days of your arrest. Missing that window can mean an automatic suspension even before your criminal case is resolved. A conviction can bring thousands of dollars in fines, jail time, probation, alcohol treatment, an ignition interlock device requirement, and license suspension.

Attorney Sarah Morrisson represents clients facing DUII charges in West Linn and throughout Clackamas County. She has handled thousands of cases across multiple jurisdictions and spent years in public defense representing clients charged with driving offenses. That background means she understands what West Linn DUII clients are up against and knows how to navigate both the criminal and DMV tracks from the start. Oregon and Washington treat these offenses seriously, and the biggest mistake you can make is waiting to consult a criminal defense attorney.

Why West Linn Clients Choose Morrisson Law LLC

Attorney Morrisson is licensed in Oregon and Washington and serves Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, Yamhill, Columbia, Clark, and Cowlitz Counties. Whether your DUII arose in West Linn Municipal Court or involves a matter before the Clackamas County Circuit Court, we know the courts, procedures, and prosecutors involved. That dual-state coverage also means clients facing charges on either side of the Columbia River don’t need to find a second attorney.

Morrisson Law LLC is a dedicated criminal defense firm, not a large multi-practice operation where DUI defense is one department among many. Attorney Morrisson began her career at Legal Aid and spent years in public defense representing clients charged with driving offenses, assault, and other criminal matters. That foundation gives our firm direct familiarity with the situations our clients face. When you retain us, you have direct access to Attorney Morrisson throughout your case, not a rotating cast of associates. We also offer free case analyses so you can understand your options before making any decisions.

Snapshot of Penalties & Consequences

Oregon DUII Penalties

Oregon’s DUI laws are officially called DUII (Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants). They’re complex and often require a review of a person’s entire DMV driving history to assess applicable penalties. A conviction in West Linn or anywhere in Clackamas County can also require completion of an Alcohol/Drug Package: evaluation, a treatment program, and a victim impact panel.

First offense

• Diversion may be available (a year-long program)

First conviction

• 1-year license suspension
• 48 hours jail or 80 hours community service
• Minimum fine of $1,000 (increased for BAC above 0.15)
• Alcohol evaluation and treatment

Second conviction

• If within 5 years of first conviction: 3-year license suspension
• If not within 5 years of first conviction: 1-year license suspension
• Minimum fine of $1,500
• Possibility of jail and probation

Third conviction

• If within 10 years of two prior convictions: lifetime license suspension and DMV revocation
• Mandatory minimum jail sentence of 90 days
• Possible Class C Felony carrying up to 5 years imprisonment, a fine of up to $125,000, or both
• Minimum fine of $2,060

The Oregon DUII Diversion Program

Oregon’s DUII diversion program, governed by ORS 813.215, may allow qualifying first-time offenders to have their charge dismissed after completing a one-year program. Eligibility generally requires no DUII conviction or diversion within the past 15 years, no felony DUII conviction, no commercial driver’s license or commercial vehicle at the time of the offense, no injury or death to another person arising from the offense, and no pending DUII charges in any jurisdiction.

What the Diversion Program Requires

To enter diversion, a petition must typically be filed within 30 days of the first court appearance. The program requires paying a $490 diversion fee, completing an alcohol and drug abuse assessment (approximately $150), finishing any recommended treatment, attending a victim impact panel, and abstaining from all intoxicants for the full diversion period. If blood alcohol content was 0.08 or above, or a test was refused, an ignition interlock device may also need to be installed and maintained throughout the program.

What Diversion Doesn’t Cover

Diversion doesn’t cover everything. Companion charges filed alongside the DUII, such as reckless driving, are prosecuted separately. And even when diversion is entered, the DMV license suspension runs on its own track. A separate hearing must be requested within 10 days of arrest to contest that suspension, and winning it is independent of completing diversion. If a defendant fails to complete all diversion terms, the court may sentence the defendant without a trial, and mandatory minimum penalties may apply. Attorney Morrisson handles DUII diversion cases and represents clients at DMV hearings, standing with them at every stage of the process.

Start with a Free Case Analysis

If you’re facing a DUI or DUII charge in West Linn or anywhere in Clackamas County, the time to act is now. The 10-day DMV hearing deadline begins at arrest, and early legal involvement can affect the handling of both tracks of your case. Attorney Morrisson is licensed in Oregon and Washington, covering both sides of the Portland metro, and offers free case analyses so you know more about where you stand.

Call Morrisson Law LLC at (971) 299-8747 for a free case analysis today.