Update: DUI Charge

Not actually even sure if this is allowed.

A while back, I posted about a DUI I acquired. Quite rightly so, the responses were regarding how people hoped they'd throw the book at me - totally fair, totally understandable. I have since spoken to many lawyers, so I can stand up in court and accept the guilty charge.

I'd like to let the AusLegal crew know that, while yes, I am both totally liable for the decision I made and incredibly remorseful for the fact, it's not all doom and gloom - this arrest (and even some of your comments here) have pushed me to start a sobriety journey. I didn't drive drunk because of a lack of care, there was a whole heap of trauma running on the backburner that drove (no pun intended) me to the decision I made. I'll accept my punishment with grace.

Thanks, random strangers, for the harsh but much-needed eye-opening.

My lawyers have recommended I ask for a spent conviction, and compile evidence of both why this charge happened and what I'm doing about it. If anyone has any pointers about how to discuss a legal matter with close family and friends, I'd really appreciate it.

Cheers with my soda water, DUI owner.