Impaired driving and DUI

Driving under the influence is treated as a serious criminal offence in the UAE, with legal, financial, and reputational consequences. Kayrouz & Associates provides strategic defence for individuals facing DUI charges, with a focus on protecting rights and achieving the best possible outcome.

Practice Overview

Impaired driving cases often unfold quickly and involve complex legal considerations, including the admissibility of evidence, police procedure, and the interpretation of test results. Our team acts fast to assess the facts, challenge inconsistencies, and advocate for our clients in court.

We help clients understand their legal options from the moment of arrest, advising on bail, license suspension, and the potential impact on immigration or employment. When appropriate, we work to negotiate plea deals or argue for reduced penalties based on procedural flaws or mitigating circumstances.

In cases involving accidents, injury, or property damage, we coordinate defence strategies that address both criminal and civil liability. We also represent clients facing administrative penalties or vehicle confiscation.

We offer legal advice on a wide spectrum of matters:

  • Representation in alcohol and drug-related driving charges
  • Legal review of traffic stop procedures and arrest protocols
  • Challenge of breathalyzer or blood test accuracy
  • Negotiation of fines, license reinstatement, or reduced charges
  • Defence in DUI cases involving injury or property damage
  • Advice for expatriates on immigration implications of DUI charges
  • Meet Our Team

    Our team is equipped to handle complex legal matters with precision and care. Learn more about our lawyers below.
    Pierre Kayrouz

    Pierre Kayrouz

    Chief Legal Officer
    Maria Valeyeva

    Maria Valeyeva

    Chief Compliance Officer
    Georges Touma

    Georges Touma

    Head Litigator
    Carlos Rahme

    Carlos Rahme

    Senior Legal Consultant
    Souhad Al Ghorayeb

    Souhad Al Ghorayeb

    Senior Legal Consultant
    Sandy Y. Geagea

    Sandy Geagea

    Legal Consultant
    Rita Semaan

    Rita Semaan

    Legal Consultant
    Jenifer Abu Nasr

    Jenifer Abu Nasr

    Paralegal
    Muhammed Ali Charif

    Muhammed Ali Charif

    Junior Legal Counsel
    Saeed Gaber

    Saeed Gaber

    Legal Research Analyst

    Priya Bavanasi

    Senior Corporate Lawyer
    Lathamani Chandrashekar

    Lathamani Chandrashekar

    Senior Corporate Counsel
    Professor Mark Engelman

    Mark Engelman

    Intellectual Property Barrister
    Arka Navle

    Arka Navle

    Corporate Counsel
    Nashita Nazneen

    Nashita Nazneen

    Junior Corporate Counsel
    Patricia Abi Mansour

    Patricia Abi Mansour

    Business Development Manager

    Marium Razzaq

    Solicitor

    Parvathy Pavithran

    HR and Document Controller

    Göksu Öznergiz

    Associate

    Chantal Elia Khawam

    Front Desk Specialist
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