Going to Trial for a DUI Charge

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If you're are determined to fight your DUI, believe you have a good case, and the District Attorney won't drop the charges, then you'll need to take your case to trial. The great majority of DUI cases will not make it to trial simply because it's difficult to win, unless you have unique circumstances.

Start here to learn about whether you should go to trial, what you can expect, how it works and more.

Should You Take Your Case All The Way?

Should Your Take a Plea or Not?
Learn about what types of cases stand a fighting chance at trial, and when you should just accept a plea bargain and move on.

DUI Trials

Going to through a criminal trial can be a frightening experience. The outcome of the case will wind up in the hands of a jury (or a judge in many cases). You'll need a good case to prevail.

Motions You Can Make in a DUI Trial
Suppress Evidence? Strike a Prior? Learn about the options you have to minimize the sentence or beat your case all together at trial.

Using Witnesses at Your DUI Trial
If you go to trial to fight your DUI, you and your lawyer will probably try to use witness testimony to bolster your case. The two most helpful types of witnesses are expert witnesses and observer witnesses.

Get Legal Help

Want to fight your DUI case? You'll probably need a lawyer to help.

Get Connected With Local DUI Lawyers
Use this form to quickly connect with local DUI lawyers ready to help you handle your case.

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