Got A DUI? Why You Should Hire A DUI Attorney And How They Can Help
If you were charged with a DUI (driving under the influence) this can result in a lot of problems for you. Because of this, you should hire a DUI attorney for many reasons. Below is information about this and how a DUI attorney can help you.
Why Hire A DUI Attorney
Contact a DUI attorney if you have had more than one DUI when you were arrested. This is especially true if someone was injured in the accident whether that be someone in the car with you or in the car that was involved in the accident.
If this is your first DUI, you will likely spend a few days in jail, as well as pay some hefty fines. Exactly how long and how much this is depends on the state that you live in. For a second DUI, you will have more jail time and more fines to pay. After a third DUI, you will have even more jail time and higher fines.
Getting a DUI results in you losing your license, but how long this is depends on how many DUIs you have. After a third DUI, you would likely lose your license for many years.
How A DUI Attorney Can Help
Your DUI attorney can make sure you are well prepared when you go to court. DUI law is hard to understand for someone that is not an attorney, so you may do things wrong if you do this on your own. The attorney can explain to you exactly what is going to happen at court. You also may have to complete requirements before your court date.
The DUI attorney can help you file SR-22 automobile insurance. This type of insurance is beneficial as it can help you keep your driver's license or reinstate your license after a DUI. Depending on the state that you live in an SR-22 may be required.
Your attorney may suggest that you seek treatment if you have had more than one DUI or some type of education program for someone that drinks alcohol. This may even be required by the state that you live in before you can get your license back.
Many DUI attorneys will give you a free consultation but even if they do not, your first appointment may not be expensive. The attorney can give you much more information about your DUI and explain to you how everything will work.
