[English Translations for Global Clients - Success Case]

1. Case Overview

The client was caught driving under the influence (DUI) with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.197%, a level considered to indicate severe intoxication.

This was a repeat offense within 10 years of a prior DUI conviction that had resulted in a fine or greater penalty, making imprisonment highly likely.

Acknowledging the wrongdoing, the client sought help from Taelim Law Firm to ensure that mitigating factors—such as the very short driving distance and genuine remorse—would be fully recognized by the court.

2. Taelim’s Assistance

Attorneys at Taelim Law Firm focused on presenting the client’s deep remorse and sincere reflection to the court.

From a legal standpoint, they emphasized that the actual driving distance was only about 150 meters, a critical mitigating factor that should be reflected in sentencing.

The defense team also submitted detailed evidence on the client’s age, character, environment, circumstances of the offense, and post-incident behavior, arguing that the risk of recidivism was low and that the client demonstrated strong potential for rehabilitation.

3. Case Outcome

After considering Taelim’s comprehensive sentencing arguments, the court sentenced the defendant to one year in prison, suspended for three years, and additionally ordered 40 hours of lawful driving education.

4. Significance of the Judgment

Repeat DUI offenses are treated as serious crimes subject to strict punishment, and imprisonment is often unavoidable.

However, this case demonstrates that even in such circumstances, effective advocacy highlighting special mitigating factors—such as the extremely short driving distance, genuine remorse, and clear evidence of rehabilitation efforts—can lead to a suspended sentence instead of incarceration.

It underscores the importance of detailed case analysis and strategic sentencing arguments in achieving leniency for repeat offenders.

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