No one ever wants to be in a situation where a law enforcement officer stops them. Inevitably, however, everyone at some point has some kind of contact with law enforcement. Most often times, you are forced to encounter a law enforcement officer while you are driving your vehicle. This is perhaps one of the most stressful and nerve-racking experiences. Many things may go through your mind – Why is it that I am being stopped? Why is the officer asking me questions unrelated to the reasons he/she allegedly stopped me? Why is the officer asking me back to his car? What did I do wrong? What is this officer thinking about me? What rights do I have to refuse the officers requests? What should I do?
If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Our firm has many clients that deal with the struggles and challenges that come with law enforcement contact. Whether it is a traffic ticket or serious crime, you need to know your rights.
Perhaps one of the most complicated areas in criminal law is DUI or Driving Under the Influence. You may have seen commercials that say law enforcement is cracking down on DUI in your community. You may have heard of the many changes in DUI laws recently. The focus on DUI enforcement in recent years and emphasis on punishment is punctuated by the many legislative changes across the country and much of the publicity that accompanies these three little letters. The focus on DUI in particular, and the stigma that is often associated with the same, causes many people to “just want to get it over with” or not seek any advice as to how they can protect their rights. It can become overwhelming, especially when faced with having to go to court for the first time and sit in front of a judge. You may be worried about what your family, friends, boss or coworker will think of you. It is often easier to ignore the problem than to deal with it. This unfortunately only exacerbates the problem.
In addition to having to go to court, there are many “collateral consequences” that you may not be immediately aware of. Sometimes inaction can lead to loss of rights and privileges. This is especially problematic when dealing with a license revocation, which can occur outside of the judicial process through administrative action by the Department of Motor Vehicles. Additionally, in the event you are found guilty, you may face many consequences that the court will not necessarily advise you of. This may include points on your license, higher insurance rates or mandatory reporting requirements if you practice in certain professions where you have a license to practice in a specialized field. There is also an emotional toll. Sometimes you may need the assistance of professionals to help you deal with the daily stressors that a DUI charge can bring.
Because of the complicated nature of DUI and the attendant consequences you will face, you need to consult with an attorney to ensure that your rights are protected under the law.
Running the gauntlet in a DUI case is something that you may not want to take on by yourself. Our firm can get you through this arduous and complicated process. We are dedicated to helping you understand what your rights are and ensure that those rights are protected. Whether you want to aggressively fight the charges or simply need to understand how you can minimize the damage, we can get you there.
If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Our firm has many clients that deal with the struggles and challenges that come with law enforcement contact. Whether it is a traffic ticket or serious crime, you need to know your rights.
Perhaps one of the most complicated areas in criminal law is DUI or Driving Under the Influence. You may have seen commercials that say law enforcement is cracking down on DUI in your community. You may have heard of the many changes in DUI laws recently. The focus on DUI enforcement in recent years and emphasis on punishment is punctuated by the many legislative changes across the country and much of the publicity that accompanies these three little letters. The focus on DUI in particular, and the stigma that is often associated with the same, causes many people to “just want to get it over with” or not seek any advice as to how they can protect their rights. It can become overwhelming, especially when faced with having to go to court for the first time and sit in front of a judge. You may be worried about what your family, friends, boss or coworker will think of you. It is often easier to ignore the problem than to deal with it. This unfortunately only exacerbates the problem.
In addition to having to go to court, there are many “collateral consequences” that you may not be immediately aware of. Sometimes inaction can lead to loss of rights and privileges. This is especially problematic when dealing with a license revocation, which can occur outside of the judicial process through administrative action by the Department of Motor Vehicles. Additionally, in the event you are found guilty, you may face many consequences that the court will not necessarily advise you of. This may include points on your license, higher insurance rates or mandatory reporting requirements if you practice in certain professions where you have a license to practice in a specialized field. There is also an emotional toll. Sometimes you may need the assistance of professionals to help you deal with the daily stressors that a DUI charge can bring.
Because of the complicated nature of DUI and the attendant consequences you will face, you need to consult with an attorney to ensure that your rights are protected under the law.
Running the gauntlet in a DUI case is something that you may not want to take on by yourself. Our firm can get you through this arduous and complicated process. We are dedicated to helping you understand what your rights are and ensure that those rights are protected. Whether you want to aggressively fight the charges or simply need to understand how you can minimize the damage, we can get you there.