Driving under the influence
A drunk driving case file may contain various findings, such as a breath test, analysis, observations, medical information or statements. The precise combination varies per case. We listen without judgement, read the available documents and make it clear which facts are established, which you dispute and which information is still missing.
Write down your own factual memory as quickly as possible, without filling in the gaps yourself.
Alcohol, drugs or medication
When can legal help with drunk driving be useful?
For those who are looking for clarity about the findings, the procedure and careful preparation after an inspection or accident.
- For whom
- Drivers who received documents after an alcohol or drug test and want to have their procedure outlined.
- Area served
- Flanders, Wallonia and Brussels
This information is general. It does not replace advice based on your personal facts and complete documents.
Specific situations
What the initial assessment may change
An inspection, an accident and a combined determination each require a different factual reconstruction.
You were checked without an accident
The inspection documents, the tests used and your statements are the starting point. We also go over what preceded the inspection.
There was a traffic accident
Then, in addition to the criminal question, liability, damage and insurance communication can also come into play. These traces are not viewed separately but together.
Medication or medical context plays a role
Provide only relevant, correct medical information through an agreed confidential channel. Its significance must be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Which documents are useful for driving under the influence?
Preparation starts with official documents and a sober chronology, not with assumptions about the possible outcome.
- Official report, test documents and certificates received
- The summons and all attachments if there is one
- Your short chronology before, during and after the check
- Insurance correspondence in the event of an accident
- Relevant medical information that you discuss with your lawyer
Only deliver confidential, medical, criminal or sensitive documents through a channel that has been agreed in advance with the office.
Discuss what you already have
After your first contact
How do we prepare your question about driving under the influence?
Confidentiality and completeness are important. A lawyer can only provide careful advice when the full context is known.
Reconstruct the roadside check
We discuss the sequence of findings, actions and statements.
Connecting case file and context
We read the official documents alongside your recollection and personal circumstances.
Prepare defense
We explain which legal and practical points need to be further investigated.
During the first conversation we are transparent about our working method and what you can expect. We can only give a good price indication once we know the precise facts of your case file. Where possible, we tailor the approach and agreements to what is feasible for you.
What general information cannot determine
Your legal position, procedure and possible choices depend on documents that we cannot see here.
What always depends on your case
- The possible consequences depend on the concrete findings and the assessment by the competent authority.
- Medical or technical information only becomes meaningful after reading the case file.
- This general page says nothing about guilt, sanction or fitness to drive in your case.
Who handles questions aboutDriving under the influence
Gauthier Baudts is the first point of contact for traffic and criminal defense. Depending on availability, we will determine which lawyer will handle the case file further.
The content of this page was updated on August 21, 2026 by Flamend & Partners as a general legal guidance for drivers who received documents after an alcohol or drug test and want to have their procedure outlined.
It does not state case file results and is not individual advice. The conflict check, availability and content of your question determine who handles a case file.
Gauthier Baudts
Carine FlamendDriving under the influence: frequently asked questions
The answers will help you prepare. Your documents and circumstances may lead to a different assessment.
Do I have to tell my lawyer everything?
Full and fair context helps your attorney more accurately assess risks and options. The conversation with your lawyer is confidential within the applicable professional rules.
Does an accident affect the case file?
An accident can raise additional factual, criminal, civil and insurance questions. Which of these play depends on the pieces.
Can medication be relevant?
That is possible, but the meaning is dependent on the medical and legal case file. Discuss relevant information confidentially and do not submit sensitive documents via a general form.
Can you predict the sanction?
No. We can explain the factors in your case file, but cannot guarantee an outcome in advance.
Your situation first deserves clarity.
Briefly explain what is going on. We carefully consider which next step is appropriate.