DUI/DWI

Defense against drunk driving and impaired driving charges.

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14 yrs

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§ Editorial

What to look for in a dui/dwi attorney.

— The Counsel editors

Defense against drunk driving and impaired driving charges.

Finding the right dui/dwi attorney requires careful consideration of experience, communication style, and fee structure. The attorneys listed here represent a broad cross-section of practitioners serving clients in this area of law.

“A DUI arrest sets two parallel proceedings in motion simultaneously: a criminal charge in court and an administrative action by the DMV to suspend your license. Many attorneys handle only one or the other. Make sure yours covers both — and acts quickly, since DMV hearing deadlines are often as short as ten days from arrest.”
— The Counsel editors

§ What to look for

01Board certification or specialization in DUI / criminal defense
02Former prosecutor background — they understand how the state builds its case
03Local court experience and familiarity with the judges and prosecutors in your jurisdiction
04Demonstrated record of reduced charges, case dismissals, or not-guilty verdicts
05Expertise challenging breathalyzer calibration records and field sobriety test procedures
06Knowledge of your state's administrative DMV hearing process — distinct from the criminal case

§ Questions to ask at your consultation