Attorney and Law Guide

If you have found your way here it is likely that you or a loved one needs help. This can be a time of confusion, furustration, and hopelessness but you can't afford to give up. Your money, freedom, and livelihood could be at risk.

The best thing that you can do is become educated about your situation. Learn the laws, know what an attorney can do for you and understand what is going to happen. The government is not going to be there to help you. They are going to try to prosecute you - charge you hundreds in fees, suspend your drivers license, and even put you in jail. They have professionals on there side. Men and women who are paid a lot of money and whose only job is to make sure that "justice" is served.

Relax!! Stay focused! Things might not be as bad as they seem. You need to spend some time researching and then talk to an attorney. The biggest mistake you can make is assuming that you don't need to speak to a lawyer. DUIs are very complex and a lot is at stake. You can schedule a free, no obligation consultation with an attorney today by calling (877) 678-5640. They may just put you at ease and answer some of your questions.

The DUI Arrest

In most states, field sobriety tests are completely voluntary. The reason that they are given is to gain evidence against you that can be used in court to prove your guilt. The law enforcement officer will not tell you this. On the contrary, he will act as though you have to take the tests, telling you to look at the light or say the alaphabet backwards.

The officer that pulled you over has likely determined if he is going to arrest you or not by the time he pulls you out of your vehicle. The best thing that you can do is remain silent and allow him to arrest you if he chooses. You won't be able to talk yourself out of a DUI and one little slip like saying "I only had two beers with dinner." is enough to make the arrest in most cases.

Check your local drunk driving laws and know your legal rights. As United State citizens we have the right to remain silent and that if we choose to use this right it can not be used against us in the court of law.

Finding an Attorney

Finding the right attorney is the most important decision that you are likely to make after being arrested. Attorneys can suppress evidence, advise you with your situation in and out of court, and make sure your rights aren’t compromised.

Not all attorneys are equal. Make sure that you find one that specialities with your area of concern. If arrested for a drunk driving, find a DUI lawyer. If you were in a car accident, you need a personal injury attorney. You wouldn't go to a dentist to have a broken arm fixed. So don't go to a tax attorney to defend you in a criminal case.

Last thing that you should do is to research your choices. Talk to more than one law firm. Most offer a free consultation. Use this to feel them out. You will gain valuable information about your case and also get a gut feeling on there ability and your comfort with them. Look at your local Bar Association, the firm should be in good standing with no to few complaints.

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