So You Got a DUI...
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Finding a DUI Lawyer/Attorney
Depending where you live, a DUI lawyer will cost at least $1500. Also be prepared to pay a retainer fee of a minimum $500. What do you get for your hard earned money. Well for a start a DUI lawyer will be able to determine if your legal rights were infringed upon during the arrest. Secondly there is a large amount of paper work involved with any legal proceeding and a good attorney can make this part easier. Finally, and most importantly, a DUI lawyer is there review and weigh the evidence of your case and ultimately advise a course of action that minimizes your chances of a conviction. If you can afford a lawyer for your DUI case, it is better to be safe than sorry.
All that said, if you find yourself either feeling lucky, or having no other choice, you might look at these two cost effective resources to assist you:
DUI Process, Clear Your Drunk Driving Record.
How do you go about finding a DUI lawyer?
There is always the long test method of opening up the old yellow pages, closing your eyes and picking one. Another option is to do some research online for DUI attorneys in your area. Better yet is ask around for a referral, or if you know a someone who practices law ask them for a suggestion. The DUI process can be very stressful so be sure to select someone your are comfortable with.
If this is your second (or more) DUI, then you need to get legal representation for your DUI hearings. You could be facing mandatory jail time, house arrest and other serious consequences. Multiple DUI offenders are often treated very harshly in the judicial system these days.