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DUI Defense Lawyer in Bullitt County, Kentucky

Interstate 65 runs directly through Bullitt County, making it one of the highest DUI-enforcement corridors in Kentucky. Kentucky State Police, the Bullitt County Sheriff’s Office, and the Shepherdsville Police Department conduct regular DUI patrols and sobriety checkpoints, particularly along I-65, Highway 44, and Highway 61. If you have been arrested for DUI in Bullitt County, Clark + Harris, PLLC can help.

Call 859-474-0001 now. You have only 30 days to request an ALR hearing to fight your license suspension.

DUI Law in Kentucky: KRS 189A.010

Kentucky’s DUI statute (KRS 189A.010) makes it illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a BAC of 0.08% or higher, or while under the influence of any impairing substance. For commercial vehicle operators — common in Bullitt County given its logistics and trucking industry — the legal limit is 0.04%. Drivers under 21 face a 0.02% limit.

DUI Penalties

First Offense — 48 hours to 30 days jail, $200–$500 fine, 30–120 day license suspension, ADE program
Second Offense (within 10 years) — 7 days to 6 months jail, $350–$500 fine, 12–18 month license suspension, ignition interlock
Third Offense — 30 days to 12 months jail, $500–$1,000 fine, 24–36 month license suspension
Fourth+ Offense — Class D Felony: 1–5 years prison, $1,000–$10,000 fine, 60-month license revocation
Aggravated DUI — Enhanced penalties for BAC of 0.15%+, minor passengers, accidents causing injury

DUI Defense Strategies in Bullitt County

Many Bullitt County DUI arrests stem from I-65 traffic stops. Clark + Harris challenges these cases by examining:

Legality of the stop — Did the officer have reasonable suspicion? Many I-65 stops rely on pretextual reasons like lane drift or minor equipment issues.
Checkpoint legality — DUI checkpoints in Shepherdsville and Mt. Washington must comply with constitutional requirements established in City of Indianapolis v. Edmond.
Breath test accuracy — We examine Intoxilyzer 8000 maintenance records, calibration logs, and operator certification.
Field sobriety test administration — Were NHTSA protocols followed? Road conditions, lighting, and weather along I-65 can affect test performance.
Blood draw procedures — Was blood drawn by qualified personnel using proper protocols?

Contact Clark + Harris — Bullitt County DUI Defense

A DUI conviction in Bullitt County affects your driving privileges, your job — especially if you depend on driving for work — and your criminal record. Clark + Harris, PLLC fights DUI charges in Shepherdsville, Mt. Washington, Hillview, and throughout Bullitt County.

Call 859-474-0001 for a confidential consultation today.

Frequently Asked Questions

How soon should I contact Clark + Harris after being charged in Kentucky?

As soon as possible. Early representation protects your rights during questioning, preserves evidence, and often leads to better outcomes. Call 859-474-0001 — we respond promptly to new inquiries.

Does Clark + Harris represent clients throughout Kentucky, including Bullitt County?

Yes. We represent clients in all 120 Kentucky counties, both state District and Circuit courts, and federal courts in the Eastern and Western Districts of Kentucky.

What happens during a free consultation with Clark + Harris?

We review the specific charges and evidence, discuss available defenses, explain the likely process in the relevant court, and give you a clear roadmap of next steps — at no cost to you.

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