Retrial for Fatal DUI Accident
Posted on Sep 1, 2010 9:05pm PDT
A retrial has been set for a woman in California who is facing the charges of driving under the influence and causing a head-on collision that killed two couples. Deanna Fridley's first trial was declared a mistrial after a lone juror wasn't convinced the woman was the driver of the vehicle. The charges of four counts of murder, DUI causing injury and driving on a suspended licenses could result in four 15-year-to-life terms if she is convicted.
It's never easy after you are charged with a DUI because you may be facing consequences that can affect your personal and professional life depending on the details of your case. You may be dealing with penalties such as jail time, heavy fines, license suspension and more. It's important that you understand that you do have rights to protect during this difficult time and can do so if your case is handled properly. Drunk driving arrests can be resolved in a beneficial way when you make the right choices.
By working with a DUI lawyer, you will be able to move forward with your case and get your life back together. You can count on a drunk driving attorney to always have your best interest in mind while fighting to protect your rights. A drunk driving lawyer will know how to handle all aspects of your case. Take some time to contact a DUI attorney and begin discussing your case.