Hiring an experienced DUI lawyer can have a big impact on your case, particularly if your recent arrest was for a second or third DWI offense. DUI cases represent a specialized area of law and and require extensive knowledge as to how to handle a DUI case to get the results their clients need.
After the date of your arrest for DUI, you have only 15 days to request a hearing from the Department of Public Safety and Corrections to avoid or reduce the suspension of your driver’s license. This kind of hearing is not automatic; therefore you must request a hearing from the court in the city or parish where you were issued a citation.
If you are interested in hiring a lawyer to help address your license suspension, then you have to act quickly in finding one after the date of your arrest.
You may wish to meet with a couple of DUI lawyers before hiring one. An experienced lawyer will not be surprised to hear that you are interviewing a few lawyers before making a decision on hiring. In most instances, you will not be charged for a first-time meeting while you are trying to find the right attorney. Having a face-to-face meeting with a Baton Rouge DUI lawyer is a good way for you to see if you feel comfortable with a particular person and also helps the lawyer to start assessing the unique aspects of your case. In addition, these early discussions with a DUI attorney will give you a better idea of what to expect when your case goes to court.
The attorneys of The Ambeau Law Firm know the court system and how to best represent your individual case. DUI law is complex and changes often; a qualified Baton Rouge DUI attorney keeps up with the changing laws and will be able to listen to the details of your case and determine the best legal defense to minimize the costs and penalties associated with your DWI arrest. While no attorney can promise your DUI charge will go away, in many cases it is possible for a DWI lawyer to successfully get a charge dismissed or reduced.
It is possible for DUI/DWI charges in Louisiana to be reduced because the severity of penalties varies from case to case. One of the main issues that a judge considers when deciding on what penalties to hand down is whether you have any prior DUI offenses.
If you are a first-time DUI offender, you may face time in jail, the payment of fines and a license suspension. However, if you have been convicted of prior DUI offenses, your punishment could be more severe (i.e. more time in jail, higher fines, longer license suspension or permanent revocation of driving privileges). The best thing you can do to increase your chances of success when fighting your DUI/DWI charges is to contact an experienced Baton Rouge DWI lawyer soon after your arrest.
If you have been charged with a DUI or DWI in Baton Rouge, Gonzales, Livingston or a surrounding area, you need comprehensive and compassionate legal representation. Contact The Ambeau Law Firm today to learn how we can help you fight your charges and defend your rights.
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