The Effects of Alcohol and Drugs

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Understanding how drugs and alcohol affect your body may prevent you from getting a DUI (or a second or subsequent DUI). For example, if you know how many drinks it will take to get your blood alcohol content to the legal limit, you can choose to stop drinking before you have that much -- or if you've already had that much, you can choose not to drive

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Any DUI is a serious charge, and so are its consequences. You may be able to represent yourself in some specific situations, but more likely, you'll need a lawyer's help. In either case, you'll want to learn everything you can about DUIs and how to defend against them.

A DUI Lawyer Can Help Reduce Your Charge or Sentence
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Charged with a DUI: Should I Hire a Lawyer?
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How Hiring A Lawyer Can Actually Save You Money
Even if you're guilty of a DUI, a DUI defense lawyer may be able to save you hundreds or thousands of dollars in fees, lost wages, and increased insurance costs.

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