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
