Aggravated DUI

Aggravated DUI Lawyer in Honolulu

Protect Your Freedom & Future on Oʻahu

If you have been arrested for an aggravated DUI (Operating a Vehicle Under the Influence of an Intoxicant) (OVUII) on Oʻahu, the stakes are dramatically higher than a standard drunk driving charge. 

In Hawaii, an aggravated DUI means the state has identified specific factors that elevate your case from a simple traffic-related misdemeanor into a high-stakes criminal matter. 

The Honolulu Police Department and local prosecutors treat these offenses with extreme severity, pursuing harsh, non-negotiable sentence enhancements. Facing these amplified charges alone or with an inexperienced lawyer is an immediate threat to your livelihood, your clean record, and your freedom.

Law Office of Brian S. Kim can deliver the sophisticated, insider advocacy required to fight the state’s aggressive tactics. Attorney Kim draws on his extensive background as a former Honolulu City and County Deputy Prosecuting Attorney to develop defense strategies that can undermine the government's evidence. 

We have handled thousands of cases in Honolulu, Pearl City, Waimalu, East Honolulu, and across the island, and bring that deep institutional knowledge directly to your defense. Our firm offers in-office and virtual consultations, as well as 24/7 access to all clients for urgent matters. 

Request a free initial consultation with our Honolulu aggravated DUI attorney by contacting us online or at (808) 207-7192. 

Our Versatile DUI And Criminal Defense Services

An aggravated DUI is not an open-and-shut case, but it requires an attorney who understands how the government structures its indictments. Our Honolulu aggravated DUI attorney knows what to investigate and how to challenge the state to help you fight for a better outcome. 

Do not let a high BAC reading or a stacked charge strip away your driving privileges and personal freedom. Discuss your case with our attorney as soon as possible and learn how we can defend you with a detailed strategy.

Call (808) 207-7192 or message a team member online to book a free initial consultation today. 

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Why Choose Law Office of Brian S. Kim?

  • Free Initial Consultation
    Get clear answers about your legal options at no cost. Speak directly with an experienced defense attorney and learn how we can help protect your future.
  • Former Prosecutor Advantage
    Benefit from the unique insight of attorney Brian S. Kim, a former Honolulu deputy prosecuting attorney who understands how prosecutors build cases and how to challenge them effectively.
  • Dedicated Criminal & DUI Defense
    Whether you're facing DUI, drug charges, assault allegations, theft accusations, or other criminal offenses, we fight aggressively to protect your rights and future.
  • Traffic Ticket & License Protection
    From speeding and reckless driving citations to serious traffic violations, we work to minimize penalties and help you keep your driving privileges.

Our Strategic Phased Process for Your Defense

Because the penalties for an aggravated offense are severe, our firm approaches your defense systematically, seeking critical pressure points to weaken the prosecution’s case.

Dismantling aggravating evidence: We thoroughly audit the technical machinery and chemical testing logs used to establish your blood alcohol concentration (BAC). If the police department failed to properly calibrate the breathalyzer, missed mandatory observation periods, or mishandled blood draws, we fight to have the chemical test suppressed. Stripping away a 0.15% test result effectively collapses the "highly intoxicated" enhancement.

Exposing constitutional and procedural errors: We analyze the initial traffic stop and roadside investigation under a legal lens. If law enforcement lacked reasonable suspicion to pull you over, performed an unlawful search, or executed improper field sobriety tests, we file formal motions to suppress all subsequently gathered evidence.

Negotiation and trial execution: Our primary objective is always to push for an immediate dismissal or a major reduction to a standard, non-aggravated offense. If prosecutors refuse to drop the enhancements despite clear flaws in their case, we terminate negotiations. Armed with over 20 years of legal experience, Attorney Kim transitions seamlessly into aggressive litigation to defend you at trial before a jury.

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The Severe Potential Penalties

When an aggravating factor is proven, the court is legally prohibited from offering standard probation or fully suspending your sentence. 

The statutory penalties expand to include:

For highly intoxicated drivers (0.15%+ BAC) - On a first offense, you face an additional mandatory 48 consecutive hours of imprisonment on top of standard jail structures, and your mandatory driver's license revocation period is automatically extended by an extra six months (forcing a minimum 18-month total revocation). 

For a second offense, a highly intoxicated driver faces an extra 10 mandatory days in jail and a minimum three-year license loss.

For child passenger endangerment - You are subjected to an additional, mandatory fine of $500 and a mandatory minimum 48 hours of consecutive jail time, which cannot be suspended by the sentencing judge. 

Ignition interlock mandates - The court will enforce strict, extended timelines requiring you to pay for and install an ignition interlock device on any vehicle you operate.