Drink driving defence · London
Drink driving solicitors in London
Motoring Law helps drivers accused of drink driving in London. We explain the allegation, the likely penalties, and how specialist motoring barristers or solicitors can defend you — including representation at Westminster Magistrates’ Court and other London courts.
Who we help: private and professional drivers facing excess alcohol, being in charge, or failing to provide a specimen. What we do: free initial advice, specialist referral, and clear next steps before you plead or accept a penalty.
Who this page is for
This page is for anyone in London or Greater London who has been stopped for drink driving, received a charge, a Notice of Intended Prosecution, or a court date for an alcohol-related motoring offence.
- Drivers facing excess alcohol charges
- People accused of being in charge while over the limit
- Cases involving failure to provide breath, blood or urine
The problem drivers in London face
Drink driving is a criminal offence. In London, cases move quickly from roadside test to police station evidential samples and then to magistrates’ court. A conviction usually means:
- A mandatory driving disqualification of at least 12 months
- A fine and a criminal record for the offence
- Higher insurance and possible employment or travel impact
Waiting until the hearing without advice can limit your options.
How Motoring Law helps in London
Motoring Law is a specialist motoring defence referral service. For London drink driving cases we:
- Take a free, no-obligation call to understand your situation
- Recommend a motoring barrister or solicitor with relevant experience
- Arrange contact — usually within hours — so you know where you stand
Advice can cover police procedure, breath/blood evidence, special reasons, and sentencing for London hearings.
Local court: Westminster Magistrates’ Court
Many London drink driving prosecutions are listed at Westminster Magistrates’ Court (Marylebone). Other London venues may also hear road traffic cases depending on where the allegation arose.
Local representation matters for first appearance, plea, trial and sentencing. Read our court guide for venue details and how we support drivers attending.
What to do next
Call 0345 066 0060 before you accept a fixed penalty or enter a plea. Have ready any charge sheet, breath/blood readings, NIP or Section 172 notice. We will tell you whether you need a specialist and what happens next.
Speak to the team now on 0345 066 0060 — free initial discussion, no obligation.
Drink driving in London — FAQs
Do you help with drink driving cases in London?
Yes. Motoring Law advises drivers across London facing drink driving allegations and can arrange specialist representation for hearings, including at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.
What happens if I am charged with drink driving in London?
You will usually be given a court date at a London magistrates’ court. A conviction normally carries at least a 12-month ban. Early advice helps you understand whether to challenge the evidence or prepare mitigation.
Can a London drink driving charge be defended?
Some cases can be challenged on procedure, testing reliability, whether you were driving or in charge, or medical reasons for failing to provide a specimen. An expert should review the police file before you decide how to plead.
How quickly can I get advice in London?
Call 0345 066 0060 for a free initial discussion. If you proceed, a recommended specialist will usually contact you the same day.
How it works
Tell Us About Your Situation
Give us a call on 0345 066 0060. During this free conversation we will understand your London drink driving case. There is no obligation and no charge.
We Recommend a Specialist
We recommend a specialist motoring law barrister or expert suited to your case, with clear information on how they can help and the likely costs if you proceed.
Speak to a Specialist Today
If you move forward, your selected legal specialist will usually contact you within hours to discuss options and defence strategy.
Ongoing Support
We check back to make sure things are progressing. Our team remains available if you have further questions.