Eugene Oregon DUI Attorneys Michael Romano and Brandi Becker

If you have been arrested for, cited for, or charged with a DUI in Eugene, Oregon, you are facing a serious criminal matter with immediate and long-term consequences. A DUI charge can affect your driver’s license, your employment, and your record for years. Early legal advice matters.

Romano Law represents individuals charged with DUI in Eugene and throughout Lane County. We focus on practical, court-tested defense strategies tailored to the facts of each case and the client’s priorities.

DUI Charges in Eugene and Lane County

Eugene and Springfield are both located in Lane County, Oregon. Most DUI charges arising in Eugene are prosecuted by the Lane County District Attorney’s Office and handled in the Lane County Circuit Court.

Depending on where the stop or arrest occurred, some cases may initially be filed in a municipal court or justice court. These courts are not courts of record. Before attempting to resolve any DUI case in a non-record court, it is important to speak with an attorney about how that decision could affect your rights and future options.

Lane County Circuit Court is located in downtown Eugene.

Lane County Circuit Court
125 East 8th Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97401
Phone: (541) 682-4020

Eugene DUI Enforcement

DUI enforcement in and around Eugene is handled by multiple agencies, including the Eugene Police Department, the Springfield Police Department, the Lane County Sheriff’s Office, and the Oregon State Police.

It is not required that the agency making the stop be based in the city or county where the charge is filed. For example, an Oregon State Trooper assigned to another area may stop a driver near Eugene and issue a DUI citation that is later prosecuted in Lane County.

Understanding which agency made the stop and how the investigation was conducted can be critical in evaluating a DUI case.

DUI Arrest Trends in Eugene

Eugene has consistently seen a high volume of DUI arrests relative to its population. Historical data shows that DUI enforcement increases during certain times of year, particularly in the spring and early summer. Seasonal enforcement patterns, checkpoints, and patrol strategies can all affect how DUI cases are investigated and charged.

Arrest numbers alone do not determine the strength of a case. Each DUI must be evaluated based on the stop, the investigation, the testing, and the specific facts involved.

DMV Hearings After a Eugene DUI Arrest

A DUI arrest or citation in Eugene usually triggers a separate administrative process with the Oregon DMV. This is known as an Implied Consent suspension.

You have only ten days from the date of arrest to request a DMV hearing. If no hearing is requested, your license may be automatically suspended.

A DUI attorney can evaluate whether there are grounds to challenge the suspension and preserve your driving privileges.

Lane County Jail Information

If a jail sentence is imposed following a DUI conviction, custody is served at the Lane County Jail in downtown Eugene.

Lane County Jail
101 West 5th Avenue
Eugene, Oregon 97401
Phone: (541) 682-4263

Lane County Jail Visitation, Calls, and Mail

Individuals housed at the Lane County Jail may receive visitors, subject to scheduling and facility rules. Upon booking, inmates are given a visitor request list, which can be updated periodically. Visitors must present valid identification and comply with dress code requirements.

Phone calls from the jail are monitored and recorded. Anything said on a jail call may be used in criminal or disciplinary proceedings.

Mail is permitted but subject to strict regulations regarding content and format. Anyone sending mail should confirm current rules with Lane County Adult Corrections.

DUI Defense Representation in Eugene

Michael Romano and Brandi Becker are Oregon criminal defense attorneys who handle DUI cases throughout Lane County and across the state.

Our approach to DUI defense is practical and individualized. Not every case requires the same strategy. Some clients may be eligible for diversion and want to resolve the matter efficiently. Others may be facing enhanced penalties, prior convictions, employment consequences, or the possibility of a long-term license revocation.

We evaluate each case based on the evidence, the client’s goals, and the real-world consequences at stake. When appropriate, we litigate aggressively. When resolution makes more sense, we pursue it strategically.

Our firm has obtained not guilty verdicts in DUI cases involving a wide range of alleged blood alcohol levels. We do not assume outcomes. We analyze the facts.

Speak With an Eugene DUI Attorney

We offer no-cost initial consultations by phone, video conference, or in person.

If you have been arrested or cited for a DUI in Eugene and have questions about the court process, your license, or your legal options, contact Romano Law promptly to determine whether we can assist you.

Call our office today at: 503-208-5529.