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Downfalls
Don't close the door on a DUI lawyer just yet! If you've already weighed your options and still think you would benefit more from representing yourself, consider these points:
- You have a much higher chance of winning your DMV hearing with a lawyer defending you (this means no license suspension or court case).
- You probably do not know what information needs to be gathered in order to form a successful case.
- You do not possess the experience DUI lawyers have in dealing with DMV hearings and court cases.
- DUI Lawyers know how to effectively disprove the blood, breath, and/or field sobriety tests that were administered during your arrest.
- Most likely you are unfamiliar with the common penalties of different DUI charges, so you don't know what a fair settlement would be.
- Prosecutors and judges are more likely to settle your case if you have a competent, respected DUI attorney on your side.
- sA skilled DUI attorney will be able to negotiate substantial reductions in fines, penalties, and other consequences. He/She can usually keep you out of jail on your first DUI.
Remember, a plea of "guilty" does not keep a DUI charge off your criminal record. Your record will only stay clear if you are found innocent or if you negotiate a plea-bargain to a lesser charge!
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