DUI FAQ's
Traffic violations can have serious criminal consequences,
particularly when a driver is accused of driving under the influence.
A conviction on DUI / DWI charges will result in fines, driver's
license suspension or revocation, and possibly land you in jail.
In addition, your insurance company may increase your rates to an
unmanageable level. In defending against an impaired driving charge,
you have many rights as a criminal defendant, including the right
to cross-examine the witnesses against you, even if they are police
officers. An experienced attorney can make all the difference in
such a difficult case.
When arrested for a DUI, your license will be suspended
and your ticket may serve as a temporary permit for ten days. You
only have ten days to request a hearing to invalidate the suspension.
If you contact my firm, at no cost to you and regardless of your
choice of attorneys, my staff will assist you with the necessary
paperwork to preserve your rights to a Driver's License Hearing.
The most urgent priority is learning where you
stand:
- What are the strengths and weaknesses of your
case?
- Can the charge of DUI be reduced to reckless
driving?
- How does the refusal of a breath test or the
results of the breath test affect your case?
- Can you get a work permit to drive if you are
convicted?
- Is all the evidence against you admissible in
Court?
- Can you avoid a criminal record?
You have several options to possibly resolve
your case:
- Dismissal of the charge
- Reductions to lesser charges
- Motions to suppress evidence
- Plea bargains
- Diversion programs
- Jury trial
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