DUI Lawyer Info

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What is DUI?

Drunk driving or “driving under the influence” (DUI) is sometimes called driving while intoxicated (DWI) and has two meanings.  First, driving with a blood alcohol level over the state’s maximum permissible blood alcohol limit. As of May, 2007, the limit for adults is 0.08% in all 50 states.

Second, you may also be guilty of DUI or DWI for driving when your physical and/or mental abilities are impaired by alcohol, drugs, or a combination of alcohol and drugs.  In fact, according to the law, it makes absolutely no difference whether the drug is prescription or over-the-counter, legal or illegal.  If drinking alcohol and/or ingesting a drug negatively impacts your sight, hearing, reaction time, ability to judge distances or any other physical or mental ability used in driving, you may be found guilty of a drunk driving offense.

Why Do I Need a DUI Lawyer?

Many if not most DUI lawyers will do everything they can to help you when it comes to your DUI arrest.  To prevent you from losing your driver’s license and to keep your record “clean,” DUI attorneys start by believing that you shouldn’t have been arrested.  With this clearly in their minds, they will "fight" for you and for your legal rights.

When you place yourself in the hands of a "driving under the influence" lawyer, chances are that you will be treated fairly and with respect and will receive the best defense possible.  DUI attorneys understand how important a good defense is to your case and so they try to do everything to protect your legal rights.

Quite frankly, a DUI lawyer is trained to properly identify and address the unique and highly complex issues found in a drunk driving defense case.

The first and foremost goal of a DUI attorney is usually the dismissal of your DUI offense.  If that is not possible, then the DUI lawyer must try for a reduction of the charges and/or penalties.  Moreover, one of the “jobs” of a DUI lawyer is to show the judge what a good person you are, all of your positive accomplishments, and what a noteworthy life you have lived.

In addition, it is the “job” of a DUI attorney to show the judge all the impressive things you have done in your adult life such as your work record, the fact that you pay taxes, that you are a community volunteer, that your are an active member of your church, and that you are a good mother or father (if all of these "facts" are indeed "true.")  With this information, the judge is more likely to exercise a favorable decision in your case.

During the course of a DUI investigation if there are irregularities or evidence that could cause the DUI charge to be thrown out of court, it is quite unlikely that the prosecution, court system, or the police will be highly "motivated" to inform you of these circumstances.

In fact, in many instances, you may never become aware that an “irregularity” ever existed.  A DUI attorney, however, will be able to find such “irregularities” and bring this evidence to the attention of the court and the prosecution.  And in some instances and based on this “evidence,” your DUI lawyer will be able to get your charges dismissed or significantly reduced.

Finally, if you have prior convictions for drunk driving hiring a "drunk driving" attorney is strongly recommended.  Why?  Because DUI lawyers know how to get prior convictions stricken, thereby possibly reducing your punishment to a great extent should you be convicted.

Have you been charged with DUI?  A local DUI lawyer may be able to help you fight the charges against you and save your driver’s license.  Just fill out the form below to talk with a local DUI lawyer or call (877) 246-8058 to get in contact with a DUI attorney.

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Disclaimer

This website, About Alcohol Testing, is owned and managed by Integrity Business Systems and Solutions.  The information provided on About Alcohol Testing is for informational purposes only.  Neither Integrity Business Systems and Solutions nor About Alcohol Testing renders medical or legal advice or professional services.

The contents of About Alcohol Testing are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or establish an attorney-client relationship.  The outcome of a legal action necessarily depends on the facts and circumstances particular to that action and, as a consequence, results will be different from case to case.

What is more, every once-in-a-while, the DUI laws change and the information on About Alcohol Testing may not reflect the most current changes.  No individual should rely upon or act upon any information contained on this website without first seeking the advice of an attorney.

Total DUI is a paid affiliate of About Alcohol Testing. Total DUI is in no way affiliated with and makes no representations as to the content of this site.  Total DUI makes no representations as to the quality or qualifications of its sponsoring attorneys.

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