DUI Character Letter Examples: What You Need to Know

Subject: Character Reference for [Defendant’s Full Name]

Dear Judge [Judge’s Last Name],

I am writing to provide a character reference for my friend, [Defendant’s Full Name], regarding the DUI charge. I have known [Defendant’s Name] for [Number] years, and in that time, I’ve come to know them as a [Positive Adjective – e.g., responsible, compassionate, hardworking] individual.

I first met [Defendant’s Name] when [Brief explanation of how you met – e.g., we were neighbors, we worked together, etc.]. Since then, I have always been impressed by [his/her/their] [Positive quality 1 – e.g., dedication, kindness, reliability]. For example, [Specific example of this quality – e.g., [He/She/They] always helps out with community events, despite a busy schedule.]

I am aware of the DUI charge against [Defendant’s Name], and I am deeply saddened by this situation. However, I believe that this single lapse in judgment does not define who [he/she/they] is. [Defendant’s Name] is taking this situation seriously and is [Mention any steps they’re taking – e.g., attending AA meetings, seeking counseling].

I firmly believe that [Defendant’s Name] is a good person who made a mistake. I respectfully request that you consider this letter when making your decision. I am confident that [he/she/they] will learn from this experience and continue to be a valuable member of our community.

Sincerely,

[Your Full Name]

[Your Phone Number]

[Your Email Address]

Subject: Character Reference for [Employee’s Full Name]

Dear Judge [Judge’s Last Name],

I am writing to offer a character reference for [Employee’s Full Name], an employee at [Company Name]. I have been [Employee’s Name]’s [Your Job Title] for [Number] years.

[Employee’s Name] has been a dedicated and valued member of our team. [He/She/They] consistently demonstrates [Positive quality 1 – e.g., professionalism], [Positive quality 2 – e.g., strong work ethic], and [Positive quality 3 – e.g., a willingness to go the extra mile]. [Give a brief specific example of their work – e.g., [He/She/They] has always been punctual and reliable, taking on challenging projects with a positive attitude].

I am aware of the DUI charge against [Employee’s Name]. While I am disappointed to hear about this incident, I know that [Employee’s Name] is a responsible individual and is taking this situation seriously. I am aware that [he/she/they] is taking action to remediate their actions and behaviors [If known add a specific action: e.g., seeking professional counseling or has attended an alcohol education program].

I believe that this incident is out of character for [Employee’s Name], and I am confident that [he/she/they] will learn from this experience. [Company Name] is committed to supporting [Employee’s Name] through this difficult time. If allowed to continue employment, [Employee’s Name] will continue to be a valuable asset to our organization.

Sincerely,

[Your Full Name]

[Your Job Title]

[Company Name]

[Your Phone Number]

[Your Email Address]

Subject: Character Reference for [Defendant’s Full Name]

Dear Judge [Judge’s Last Name],

I am writing this letter to express my support for my [Relationship to Defendant – e.g., son, daughter, sibling, spouse], [Defendant’s Full Name], in relation to the DUI case. I have known [Defendant’s Name] for their entire life, and I have a deep understanding of their character.

[Defendant’s Name] is a [Positive Adjective – e.g., loving, caring, responsible] person. [He/She/They] always puts the needs of others before their own. [Give specific examples of their good character – e.g., [He/She/They] volunteers at the local soup kitchen, [He/She/They] are a dedicated parent, [He/She/They] is always there to help family members.]

I am aware of the unfortunate incident that led to the DUI charge. I am deeply saddened by what happened. However, I know that [Defendant’s Name] is truly remorseful and is taking steps to learn from this mistake [mention any steps they are taking, such as attending support groups, seeking counseling, etc.].

I believe this incident is a significant turning point in [Defendant’s Name]’s life. I offer my complete support in helping them move forward in a positive way. I kindly request that you consider this letter when making your decision and grant [Defendant’s Name] the opportunity to learn from this experience.

Sincerely,

[Your Full Name]

[Your Phone Number]

[Your Email Address]

Subject: Character Reference for [Defendant’s Full Name]

Dear Judge [Judge’s Last Name],

I am writing to offer my support for [Defendant’s Full Name], who is my neighbor. I have lived next door to [Defendant’s Name] for [Number] years.

During this time, I’ve come to know [Defendant’s Name] as a [Positive Adjective – e.g., friendly, helpful, considerate] neighbor. [He/She/They] is always [Give specific examples – e.g., willing to lend a hand, a great gardener, keeps their property well-maintained, looks after our pets while we are away.] [He/She/They] are always respectful of the neighborhood.

I am aware of the DUI charge against [Defendant’s Name], and I was surprised and saddened to hear about it. However, I believe that this is not representative of [his/her/their] overall character. I have witnessed the character traits I mentioned above on numerous occasions and believe this was an isolated incident. I am aware that [Defendant’s Name] is likely taking steps to rectify the situation [Mention any actions being taken – e.g., attending classes or counseling].

I respectfully request that you consider these observations when making your decision. I am confident that [Defendant’s Name] will learn from this experience.

Sincerely,

[Your Full Name]

[Your Address]

[Your Phone Number]

[Your Email Address]

Subject: Character Reference for [Defendant’s Full Name]

Dear Judge [Judge’s Last Name],

I am writing to provide a character reference for [Defendant’s Full Name]. I am the [Your Title, e.g., Pastor, Reverend] at [Name of Religious Organization] where [Defendant’s Name] has been a member of our congregation for [Number] years.

I have come to know [Defendant’s Name] as a [Positive Adjective – e.g., devout, compassionate, active] member of our community. [He/She/They] is always [Give examples of their good works in the community and their involvement in the church – e.g., involved in various church activities, always helping others, often volunteering with the local food bank.] They are always looking to support others.

I am aware of the DUI charge against [Defendant’s Name], and I am aware that they are taking this situation very seriously. [He/She/They] has expressed deep remorse for this incident and is taking all necessary steps to address it [Mention any support group or counseling, if known.]

I believe this incident is uncharacteristic of [Defendant’s Name]’s character. I have known [him/her/them] as a person of faith and someone who genuinely strives to do what is right. I respectfully request that you consider [his/her/their] strong moral character and commitment to our community. I pray that [he/she/they] will use this situation to learn and grow.

Sincerely,

[Your Full Name]

[Your Title]

[Name of Religious Organization]

[Your Phone Number]

[Your Email Address]

Subject: Character Reference for [Defendant’s Full Name]

Dear Judge [Judge’s Last Name],

I am writing to offer a character reference for [Defendant’s Full Name], who was a student in my class at [Name of School] from [Start Year] to [End Year].

During this time, [Defendant’s Name] consistently demonstrated [Positive quality – e.g., intelligence, responsibility, kindness]. [Give specific examples, e.g., [He/She/They] was always punctual and prepared for class, [He/She/They] participated actively in class discussions, [He/She/They] assisted fellow students who were struggling.] [He/She/They] always put forth their best effort and strived to achieve their goals.

I am aware of the DUI charge against [Defendant’s Name], and I am disappointed to hear about this incident. I also recognize that people make mistakes. I know that [Defendant’s Name] is taking the situation seriously [Add what you know about the situation to make it more compelling].

I believe that [Defendant’s Name] is a good person, and I hope this is a learning experience for [him/her/them]. I respectfully request that you consider my observations when making your decision. I am confident that [he/she/they] can learn from this experience.

Sincerely,

[Your Full Name]

[Your Title]

[Name of School]

[Your Phone Number]

[Your Email Address]

Subject: Character Reference for [Defendant’s Full Name]

Dear Judge [Judge’s Last Name],

I am writing this letter in support of [Defendant’s Full Name]. I have known [Defendant’s Name] for [Number] years, as their [Your Role – e.g., coach, mentor] for the [Sport] team at [Organization or School Name].

[Defendant’s Name] has consistently demonstrated [Positive quality – e.g., sportsmanship, discipline, leadership] throughout their time on the team. [Give specific examples – e.g., [He/She/They] always show up on time, [He/She/They] encourage their teammates, [He/She/They] handled adversity with grace and determination.] [He/She/They] always give their best and always have a positive attitude.

I am aware of the recent DUI charge against [Defendant’s Name]. Although this is a disappointment, I know that this is not representative of [his/her/their] character. I am confident that [he/she/they] is taking full responsibility for their actions. [He/She/They] have also been committed to doing the right thing, always. [Mention any steps taken to rectify the situation].

I strongly believe that this incident does not define [Defendant’s Name]’s true character. I ask that the court to consider this letter when making a decision. I believe this incident will only make [him/her/them] a better person.

Sincerely,

[Your Full Name]

[Your Title]

[Organization or School Name]

[Your Phone Number]

[Your Email Address]