A defendant in a DUI or DWI case who is unable to afford a lawyer is classified as indigent. A public defender is assigned to represent the individual in court. Unfortunately, public defenders do not have the best reputations in general and many of the stereotypes are untrue. A public defender can be a strong … Read more
One of the reasons many individuals fight their DUI cases to get dismissed entirely, is because they simply cannot afford the significant fees charged when losing a case such as this. But, in order to win the case, at least in most instances, an attorney is needed. So, if you cannot afford the fees, how … Read more
A charge of driving under the influence, most commonly called DUI, is serious. Each conviction of this offense is classified as a prior, so penalties increase upon subsequent convictions. Anyone charged with DUI of alcohol or drugs should seriously consider hiring a local attorney who specializes in these cases. This legal representation will not only … Read more
A DUI is a very serious matter, which is why you need an attorney specializing in DUI law. You have every right to take your time to find the best attorney to suit your needs and that will listen to your case in full. If you are not comfortable with an attorney or feel they … Read more
There are numerous technical defenses that can get a DUI case dropped. As recently in the news about a lawyer’s DUI charges dismissed in court, it highlights how a DUI or DWI case can be won the most effectively with the charges thrown out of court. It should be noted this is also an update … Read more
Updated: April 16, 2018 When we think of someone being arrested for a DUI, the last thing we would think of is someone riding a bicycle. Leaving a bar late at night and being stopped, yes. Getting pulled out of a random roadside checkpoint stop, yes. However, can you get a DUI riding down the … Read more
Do I Really Need a DUI Lawyer? After being arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), some people will handle their own arraignment, receive a copy of the police report, and study up on the DUI and DWI laws within their state. Usually by this point, the individuals have a … Read more
Post Updated on 3.22.17 You went out over the weekend and had just a little too much to drink. Unfortunately, you also made the decision to get behind your wheel and drive home. You were stopped, arrested, and are now facing a DUI charge that could cost you your job as well as massive fines … Read more
What You Should Know About Receiving a DUI in a State Other than Where You Are Licensed In many cases, drivers understand the Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) laws in the state in which their license was issued and what effects that can have on their driving privilege and their … Read more
What You Should Know About Facing DUI Charges during another Case Proceeding In some unfortunate cases, individuals are arrested for DUI or DWI while they currently have a court case going on. While this is often handled as a separate case from their current one, there is always a fear that the repercussions of this … Read more
Mistakes You Should Avoid After Being Arrested for DUI Being arrested for Driving Under the Influence or Driving While Intoxicated is a very serious matter. Depending on the severity of the charge and any prior convictions the individual has, the punishments for a DUI or DWI arrest could include large fines, enormous court costs, and … Read more
Dealing with a DUI or DWI Charge After being arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) the individual in question will appear in court before a judge to be arraigned. Arraignment is a court appearance where the arrested individual is officially charged with either DUI or DWI. At this time, … Read more
