Birmingham DUI Lawyers
- Burttram & Henderson:
All too often, people arrested for DUI/drunk driving assume that there is nothing an attorney can do to help. They couldn't be more mistaken.
An effective DUI/DWI defense lawyer can help minimize the negative consequences you face after a drunk driving arrest, no matter how serious the charges.
An Arrest is Just the Beginning of the Story
Just because you were arrested does not make you guilty. (M)ake the opposition prove their case. Many times they simple cannot do so.
In all drunk driving cases, we will ask these questions:
* Was the Breathalyzer machine in proper working order and properly calibrated?
* Was the officer properly trained and certified in its use?
* Was there probable cause for stopping the vehicle?
If we can show that the evidence against you is unreliable or was obtained illegally, we may be able to get it thrown out of court.
Serious Consequences
A DUI conviction can mean loss of license, stiff fines and jail time. How will you get to work without your license? You can lose your job and, with a DUI conviction on your record, have difficulty finding a new one. When the consequences are this serious, it makes good sense to consult an experienced, respected criminal defense lawyer who knows how to get results in DUI cases.
If you are charged with drunk driving (DUI), you face additional
consequences, including loss of your driverÕs license and court-ordered
alcohol treatment. Drunk driving is NOT a minor traffic offense. It is
a serious criminal charge, and you need an experienced and aggressive
DUI defense attorney.
An Arrest is Just the Beginning of the Story
Just because you were arrested does not make you guilty. We make the opposition prove their case. Many times they simple cannot do so.
In all drunk driving cases, we will ask these questions:
* Was the Breathalyzer machine in proper working order and properly calibrated?
* Was the officer properly trained and certified in its use?
* Was there probable cause for stopping the vehicle?
If we can show that the evidence against you is unreliable or was obtained illegally, we may be able to get it thrown out of court.
Serious Consequences
A DUI conviction can mean loss of license, stiff fines and jail time. How will you get to work without your license? You can lose your job and, with a DUI conviction on your record, have difficulty finding a new one. When the consequences are this serious, it makes good sense to consult an experienced, respected criminal defense lawyer who knows how to get results in DUI cases.
- Bloomston, Brett:
A conviction on a DUI charge has serious consequences. You face the prospect of a fine, the loss of your driver's license, increased insurance premiums and jail time. The good news for people who have been arrested is that successful defense of DUI charges is possible.
he worst thing you can do is to represent yourself against criminal charges or to simply plead guilty. This will almost always produce a worse result than if you have experienced legal representation. The truth is, DUI cases can be won.
- Gulas & Stuckey:
A DUI charge and conviction can quickly
complicate a person's life. Since all DUI convictions carry some jail time, even if you've
never been convicted before, you could face a few days in jail. Assess your driving record, the circumstances surrounding your
arrest, and determine the best course of action for minimizing the impact of a DUI charge. When
evidence is not in question, explore alternatives to jail time with the prosecution,
suggesting community service, alcohol abuse counseling, and other less severe penalties.
Depending on the nature of your offense, our DUI attorneys are often able to have the charges
against you reduced or your record expunged in order to prevent your arrest resulting in
increased insurance premiums. Before you lose your license or face additional complications
from a DUI charge, contact a defense lawyer. Ê I'm Sure I Wasn't Drunk - Challenging the Evidence Breathalyzers, like any machine or
technology, are not fool proof. Depending on whether the breathalyzer used was maintenanced
regularly, calibrated, and used properly, the results obtained in the field can be inaccurate.
Request a copy of the history and maintenance of a
breathalyzer to determine if there is good reason to suspect its readings were wrong.
Additionally, when a blood test is given, we ask that an independent lab conduct its own test
on whatever samples were collected from our client. Since blood test kits involve the use of
preservatives, vacuum tubes, and a proper mixture of the sample, there is a chance the sample
collected from you was tainted or cannot be trusted. Avoiding the Loss of Your License In
Alabama, you have only a limited number of days to challenge the charges against you. If you
fail to respond appropriately or in a timely manner, your DWI charge will result in an
automatic suspension of your license.
- Bryant Lewis:
After a DUI/DWI charge, you must act quickly. You have only ten days to contest your driver's license suspension. You need to get a lawyer who can call for an administrative hearing and get your license back.
And then, of course, a lawyer can immediately begin work to get you freed from serious fines and possible jail time. Just a first DUI/DWI conviction in Alabama can mean up to one year in jail. You do not deserve such a severe punishment, and, depending on your case, a good lawyer can get you an alternative penalty or get you freed entirely.
- Guster Law Firm:
Any arrest is a serious matter. It is important to get representation early so that rights can be protected. It is also very important to not say anything to any law enforcement, security personnel, or anyone else unless your attorney gives you permission to do so.
- Jefferey Dummier:
Alabama DUI Lawyer
Even a first-time DUI conviction can seriously affect your life. It can result in a heavy fine, increased insurance premiums, and if it is not handled properly, even a jail sentence. With a prior conviction, the matter is even more serious. If you have been arrested for DUI, you need an experienced Alabama DUI lawyer who can minimize the effect of the arrest on your life and your record.
- Bobby Bell Jr.:
Many people have a minor scrape with the law at some point in their
life. At a time like that they need an understanding and competent
attorney to protect their rights and guide them throughout the criminal
justice system.
- Victor Kelley:
If you are accused
of a crime, you want a lawyer who:
- Understands the law
- Is not afraid of defending you in the
courtroom
- Is competent to negotiate a favorable settlement on your
behalf
- Has the knowledge, experience, and resources to
provide you with the best defense possible
Knowledge is power and you should learn everything you can before
making what could be the most important decision of your life
- choosing a lawyer to defend you against a serious criminal
accusation.
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