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  • Brian Dailey

     36700 M-1
    Bloomfield Township, Michigan 48009
    United States

    Phone: (866) 888-7888

    When you are charged with a crime or simply under investigation by any police agency for any matter you have to remember two things. First if the police had enough evidence to charge you, they would without needing input from you. So, when any police officer asks you to cooperate. They are asking you to incriminate yourself with information they don’t have and can’t get. They will use everything you give them to charge you and create witnesses against you. This is your 5th amendment right to r

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    Gordon Thompson Attorney

     21 West Pasadena Avenue, #4
    Phoenix, Arizona 85013
    United States

    Phone: (602) 467-3680

    I have over 4 decades of experience, and focus my practice on DUI and criminal defense cases. I am a sole practitioner which means, I will handle every aspect of your case from start to finish, including after sentencing. If you find yourself in need of a criminal defense or DUI attorney, call me today 24/7 for a free consultation 602-467-3680. I offer a flat fee agreement with reasonable payment plans, and NO extra trial fee.

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    The Fisher Law Firm, P.C.

     210 Professional Park Dr
    Blacksburg, Virginia 24060
    United States

    Phone: 5403818750

    The Fisher Law Firm, P.C. fights for clients to achieve the best possible outcome in DUI, speeding tickets and reckless driving cases across the State of Virginia. If you have been arrested for a DUI or traffic law violation, Contact us now.

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    The Law Offices of Steven Kellis

     1500 John F Kennedy Blvd
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102
    United States

    Phone: 215-940-1200

    Steven Kellis has 20 years of jury trial experience and is a former prosecutor. Steve Kellis is a former Senior Assistant District Attorney who’s participated in hundreds of DUI-related trials. Steven Kellis has over 20 years of Jury Trial experience and has seen both sides of the law, and knows the many defenses to Pennsylvania drunk driving charges. He has handled DUI cases for over twenty years and can give straightforward advice about your arrest. Mr. Kellis has been named “Top 10 Best DUI

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    Los Angeles DUI Attorney

     3330 Cahuenga Blvd W, 303
    Los Angeles, California 90068
    United States

    Phone: (310) 862-0199

    Getting a DUI in Los Angeles does not have to be the end. A DUI is a serious criminal charge, and can damage your reputation as well as your life. But its a charge that defense lawyers routinely beat, and you do have options after your DUI arrest. You may be able to reduce your charges, block evidence against you, negotiate a light sentence or even walk away free. As you face your DUI, you will have questions. Will you go to jail? Can you keep your drivers license?

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    Field Law Office, LLC

     308 Enfield St
    Enfield, Connecticut 06082
    United States

    Phone: (860) 749-8313

    If you’ve been charged with a DUI in Connecticut, you need to act quickly to preserve your driver’s license. According to Connecticut law, you have 7 days to request a hearing after you’ve received a notice of license suspension from the DMV. Please contact me right away to discuss the options you have to preserve your driver’s license and prepare to defend your Connecticut DUI charge in court.

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    The Law Firm of Ghazal Sharif

     6701 Koll Center Pkwy
    Pleasanton, California 94566
    United States

    Phone: 925-768-7718

    Attorney Ghazal Sharif is the Founding Partner of the Law Office of Ghazal Sharif. Her law practice focuses on DUI defense, with the goal of providing quality defense at affordable prices. Her experience as a prosecutor and passion as a defense attorney has resulted in reduced and even dismissed charges on thousands of cases. Call 925–768–7718 for a free case review or visit DUIOnDemand.com for more information. You have nothing to lose by calling to speak with her about how to defend against cr

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    Goldman Wetzel

     915 1st Ave N
    St. Petersburg, Florida 33705
    United States

    Phone: (727) 828-3900

    The law offices of Goldman Wetzel are skilled in providing legal representation for individuals facing arrest or detainment for criminal wrongdoing in Florida. We have devoted our practice to offering our clients personalized, compassionate, and effective legal aid since 2009.

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    Mark C. Cogan, P.C.

     735 SW 1st Ave #1150
    Portland, Oregon 97201
    United States

    Phone: (503) 827-8092

    Mark C. Cogan, P.C. is Criminal Defense Lawyers in Portland – Our Oregon Aggressive Criminal Defense Attorneys have helped many clients with Crime & DUI offences cases. If you are facing criminal charges, call for a free consultation with Mark C Cogan With more than 35 years of experience defending clients on criminal charges.(503) 827-8092.

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    Law Office of Douglas Herring

     475 Wall St
    Princeton, New Jersey 08540
    United States

    Phone: (609) 321-8060

    Douglas Herring is a New Jersey DUI criminal defense attorney with over 15 years of experience handling drunk driving cases. New Jersey DUI Lawyer Douglas Herring is well known for the aggressive representation of clients. New Jersey DUI attorney Douglas Herring has conducted over 100 jury trials and numerous judge trials. In 2014, the National Trial Lawyers Association selected New Jersey DUI Attorney Herring for their Top 100 Trial Lawyers.

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What does a DUI or DWI Attorney do?

Drunk driving charges often carry different vocabulary in different places. Some states call the charge a DWI (driving while intoxicated), an OVI (Operating a vehicle while intoxicated) and the most well-known, the DUI (Driving under the influence). All of these terms mean substantially the same thing, a person was stopped or apprehended while driving car when they are intoxicated or under the influence of a drug. There is much more to the charge but like any large section of the law, it's best to start at the basic level and expand from there.

When Can a Person be Arrested for DUI?

There are a couple of things that have to occur first before a person is stopped and subsequently arrested on suspicion of drunk driving.  There is plenty of information and legal standards that have to be met.

The consequence of a DUI conviction can be very severe. For instance, a simple first-time DUI charge can result in the temporary suspension of a driver's license and, depending on the circumstances, the possibility of jail-time. If a person is arrested for DUI and another driver or passenger, or pedestrian was severely injured or killed, it is possible that the DUI charge could turn into a significantly more severe charge like felony DUI or manslaughter

The most common facts known about DUIs deal with the minimum blood alcohol level (BAC), field sobriety tests and license suspension. Blood alcohol can simply be explained by it being the amount of alcohol contained in your body at any given time.

So how many drinks does it take to exceed the .08 limit? Again, the answer depends on a couple of factors. Everyone metabolizes alcohol in a different matter and with the multitude of different body sizes, so anything that tells you that you can have a certain amount of drinks before you get to the limit could be horribly wrong.

Field sobriety tests are often discussed as they are a means utilized in traffic stops by police to determine whether a person is drunk. The classic ones are walking in a straight line or reciting the alphabet forwards and backwards.  Usually some variation of the aforementioned is used. The last facet of DUI that most people are aware of is the potential penalties like temporarily having your license suspended. Quite often, if a driver is arrested for DUI, their license is then immediately suspended pending further action.

A DUI attorney, or more generally, a defense attorney can assist with every facet of the DUI charge. First, the attorney can analyze the blood alcohol information or the testing mechanism, usually a Breathalyzer, to ensure the method or test use was proper under the law.

The DUI attorney may examine whether the breathalyzer was in working condition or was calibrated accurately. Second, a DUI attorney will also make sure that the field sobriety rendered to the individual was fairly and properly conducted. For instance, there are people, who for many reasons not related to drunkenness, which may have a hard time walking in a straight line or reciting the alphabet backwards. A person’s disabilities may prevent passing these tests.

Also, an attorney can help with the suspension of a license. Often, some jurisdictions DMV hold a separate hearing to determine whether a driver’s license needs to be revoked. Having an attorney argue that the driver needs a license to go to work and carry out daily activities can be a big help.

When would l need a DUI Attorney?

You would need a DUI attorney any time you have been arrested for drunk driving or driving under the influence of a controlled substance. You have a right to have an attorney as soon as you have been arrested. You would also need an attorney if you were involved in a car accident that occurs after you have consumed alcohol as the other party is likely to claim that you were intoxicated while driving.

If you happen to be repeat offender, it is of utmost importance that you have an attorney as many jurisdictions escalate the punishment for repeat offenders. It’s important that you have a legal representation that lets you know just what your rights are and why multiple DUI’s can complicate your situation. You may have heard of situations where it’s not necessary to have an attorney if it’s your first DUI case. That’s a dangerous assumption to make. You are not likely to be treated in the same manner as a practicing DUI attorney, of whom the prosecutor has probably dealt with before.

There are also a lot of requirements and deadlines that need to be met in order to see the case through. Most people’s daily lives are already filled with many things so it may be a difficult thing to keep track of.  Keep in mind that missing a court date could severely damage your case. Moreover, when it may be time to negotiate a plea; do you really know what type of plea bargain you can ask for? It could be the difference in fines, jail time or probation, so you may want to not take any chances and speak to an attorney.

Lastly, keep in mind that it may be possible for a DUI conviction to be expunged or removed from your record one day. The process, if available, can be very specific and is not likely something you want to miss out on simply because you did not have an attorney attempt it.

Signs you need to speak to a DUI Attorney

  • You have been arrested on suspicion of DUI
  • You have severely injured a person in a car accident where you previously have had drinks
  • You have had your licensed temporarily suspended due to a DUI

How do you choose a DUI Attorney?

You will want to make sure that you find an experienced attorney, first and foremost. Criminal cases often come down to the negotiation between a prosecutor and a defense attorney. Knowledge of the prosecutor and how cases are treated in that area is going to be very important. You will want to seek out an attorney in the area that you are arrested. You will also want to make sure that this attorney has handled as many DUI cases as possible.

Determine Your Needs

This may be the most important part of the process. If you have never been arrested before and this is your first DUI charge, you could have a bit more flexibility. You may even want to go with a court appointed public defender. The public defender route is more favorable than trying to represent yourself. DUI misdemeanor cases are not simple affairs and you don’t want to make a mistake. Nevertheless, affordability may prevent you from obtaining your chosen attorney.

If you injured another or are otherwise charged with a felony DUI, you will need to seek out the best attorney you can afford as felony DUI’s carry with it a significant amount of jail time if convicted. Following the steps below will help you get as much information as you possibly can in order to make the best decision for you.

Research Online

Use the internet and use it wisely. In today’s age of social media and instant feedback, there are plenty of opportunities for you to gain information to an attorney’s abilities, or at least client’s opinions of an attorney’s ability. The information is hidden, you need only look at sites like Martindale-Hubble, Avvo.com and Lawyers.com to see what clients and other attorneys think about a specific attorneys work.

Check the State Bar Association’s Website for any Disciplinary History

Once you have a name or names in mind, search that attorneys name in a bar association web site. There you can find any disciplinary actions that may be pending against the attorney. You may also want to check out ABA newsletters and local defense attorney associations to see the latest news about the industry and what attorneys in that local area are up to.

Schedule an Appointment with a DUI Attorney

Finally, once you have decided on a couple of firms, feel free to schedule consultations with multiple firms and hear what each has to say. Do not be afraid of asking a lot of questions, in fact, you should go prepared with any question you may have. Ask questions about how many cases has the firm handled, ask about their fees and hourly rates and lastly you may want to ask if they will help you with any license suspension issues you may have.