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What should I consider when choosing a DUI lawyer?
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What should I consider when choosing a DUI lawyer?
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DUI Basics
Get the low down on the law and what you can expect if you're arrested and charged with a DUI.
Get the low down on the law and what you can expect if you're arrested and charged with a DUI.
Your DUI and the DMV
Besides the court and criminal charge the Department of Motor Vehicles will also bring you grief.
Besides the court and criminal charge the Department of Motor Vehicles will also bring you grief.
DUI Arrests, Police Reports, Arraignments, and Fees
After you're arrested, booked and released, you'll need to get ready for your arraignment.
After you're arrested, booked and released, you'll need to get ready for your arraignment.
DUI/DWI Charges and Penalties
After a DUI conviction expect fines, license suspension, DUI school, and sometimes jail.
After a DUI conviction expect fines, license suspension, DUI school, and sometimes jail.
Fighting a DUI
You may have options to lessen the sentence, get a reduced charge or get the case dismissed.
You may have options to lessen the sentence, get a reduced charge or get the case dismissed.
Getting Help with a DUI/DWI Charge
There are some things you can do yourself and some which require the help of an attorney.
There are some things you can do yourself and some which require the help of an attorney.
When you are arrested for drunk driving, lawyers and how to select the right one quickly become extremely important. Although you need to make your selection as quickly as possible, there are several things you should take into consideration. Use these questions as a guideline help you find the right DUI lawyer:
1. What percentage of your practice is devoted to defending people against drunk driving charges?
2. How many years experience do you have specializing in drunk driving defense?
3. Will the attorney you are meeting with be the one representing you, or will someone more junior in their firm be handling most of the aspects of your case?
4. What is your fee structure?
Resist the urge to be dazzled by an impressive win/loss ratio, as this does not tell you anything about the complexity of the cases the attorney has won. Instead ask a question like, "What was the hardest DUI case you ever won?" or "From what I have told you about my case, what do you think will be the hardest thing about defending me?"
Contacting an attorney who specializes in drunk driving is critical for your future. Your license, driving record, and possibly your job and freedom depend on making the right choice. Ask questions and find someone you are comfortable with and believe in.
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