What is the purpose of hiring an attorney for a DUI at $1500 when there is nothing they can do to prevent losing your license and getting fined?
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What is the purpose of hiring an attorney for a DUI at $1500 when there is nothing they can do to prevent losing your license and getting fined?
Asked on April 16, 2009 under Criminal Law, New Jersey
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
That is not true. Attorneys are there to represent your interests. If you have mandatory sentencing that a judge cannot change that is one thing. If you have mandatory fines that a judge cannot change that is one thing. However, in a majority of cases, criminal defense attorneys can help you with your DUI charges, any fees etc. In terms of your case, was this a first DUI/DWI or multiple?
Did you have a driver's license at the time of the arrest? Have you gone to any treatment? Some of these facts/circumstances can help your charges. Did you get into an accident? Did you hurt anyone? Are you looking at restitution?
You may want to at least consult with a criminal defense attorney before you move forward. Try www.attorneypages.com, your state's bar or county bar associations.
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