Why You Should Hire a Lawyer
By Gold & Witham
Apr. 18, 2011 1:02p
In the state of California the penalties can be harsh for DUI (driving under the influence) and without an understanding as to exactly what your rights are or how to best avoid being prosecuted, you are at a disadvantage. As an example, after you have been charged with DUI, the first thing that you will need to do is schedule a DMV hearing and you have a short period of time to do so, 10 days to be exact.
At this hearing it will be determined whether your driver's license will be suspended or revoked. Having an attorney present or standing in for you altogether can be to your advantage to increase your chances of not losing your license. An attorney can even handle the hearing request for you. There are circumstances where a person does not have to have lose their license and an experienced lawyer will know what these are and can possibly get this waived.
Other Advantages of Having an Attorney
An attorney who knows the laws relating to DUI and can aggressively defend you puts you at a distinct advantage. They can review all of the details of the case, see if any of your rights have been violated and if procedures were done correctly when you were arrested. Do not let too much time elapse if you have been charged, as valuable evidence can get lost, misplaced or forgotten that could help support your case. Immediate defense is very important to the process.
Seek Competent, Experienced Help
If you have been charged with DUI in the Los Angeles area, you should contact a Los Angeles DUI defense attorney as soon as possible. You could be facing jail time, monetary fines, community service, drug or alcohol counseling and more if convicted and it will remain on your record which can cause problems in numerous other areas. At Gold & Witham, we have dedicated our practice solely to handling DUI cases and because of this, our expertise and experience exceeds many other law firms. We tailor make a defense for each individual case and are dedicated to do what it takes to secure the best possible outcome for you.
Contact a Los Angeles DUI lawyer at https://www.wedodui.com/to set up a free consultation and we will go over the details of your case.
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