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• Ferrell Law Firm: You can represent yourself - although it is not a good idea. ÒDrunk drivingÓ is a very complex field with increasingly harsh consequences. There is a minefield of complicated procedural, evidentiary, constitutional, sentencing and administrative license issues.What can a lawyer do? Nothing (or worse) if he is not qualified in this highly specialized field - no more than a family doctor could help with brain surgery. A qualified DUI attorney, however, can review the case for defects, suppress evidence, compel discovery of such things as calibration and maintenance records for the breath machine, have blood samples independently analyzed, negotiate for a lesser charge or reduced sentence, obtain expert witnesses for trial, contest the administrative license suspension, etc.
• Willis Law Firm: Only a well trained DUI Defense Lawyer can answer all your questions and provide you with the type of information that you need in order to FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHTS!
• McDaniel, Mark: A person who is charged with a crime should be represented by a Tennessee criminal lawyer who is knowledgeable in Tennessee criminal law to ensure that he or she obtains the best possible result in the case.
• Mark Renken: assistance. Protect Your Record and Your Freedom Tennessee has some of the toughest DUI laws in the nation. Do not make the mistake of trying to represent yourself if you have been charged with drunk driving. A conviction for DUI is a criminal conviction. Like any conviction, it carries the potential for jail time, probation, monetary fines and community service. A DUI conviction may also result in an increase to your automobile insurance. A DUI conviction may damage your employment opportunities or educational opportunities. If you have a professional license, a DUI conviction may even affect your professional license.
• Kenneth Brashier: The first to present his case seems right, till another comes forward and questions him.
• Kevin Balkwill: The law affords the citizens of this country certain protections. DonÕt fall victim to an illegal stop, an illegal search, entrapment or other unauthorized police procedures. The criminal system can be a very confusing process. DonÕt fall into the trap of waiting until the 11th hour to get adequate legal representation. Timing is a very important part of the criminal process, and failure to take immediate action can have devastating circumstances. Why not take advantage of the judicial programs that may be available. In certain circumstances, individuals who qualify can ultimately have the charges against them dismissed and expunged from their criminal records.
• David Willis: The Government willÊtry to take your license andÊfreedom.Ê A DUI conviction will cost you and your family thousands of dollars in court costs, fines, probation fees, classes, license re-instatement fees and HIGHER insurance premium.
• McAfee & McAfee: "DUI" stands for Driving Under the Influence and occurs when someone is operating, or is in actual physical control, of a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or other controlled substance, to the extent that their mental faculties are impaired and/or their Blood Alcohol Content is above the legal limit. Even for a first offense, penalties can include license suspension, substantial fines, community service, mandatory attendance at a state or DMV (Department of Motor Vehicle) approved alcohol program, mandatory incarceration and the required installation (at the offender's expense) of a car ignition locking device. In addition, a DUI conviction stays on a DMV record and criminal; it typically results in higher insurance premiums, and an offender may become ineligible for credit. Plus, a DUI could also jeopardize your employment opportunities.
• Claiborne H. Ferguson: More than one and a half million people nationwide are charged with the crime of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) annually. Most of these people are good, law-abiding citizens who simply had a few drinks with dinner and on the way home were stopped by the police for a minor traffic violation (i.e. speeding, no lights, no turn signal). They then were interrogated ("Have you been drinking tonight?"), told to submit to a series of field sobriety exercises (which are voluntary), placed under arrest, and given a seemingly no-win chance of submitting or not submitting to a breath or blood alcohol test. Then it is off to jail. Most people are totally shocked and confused with the experience of being arrested for DUI. Many experience feelings of guilt and shame. Many feel that their case is hopeless and they just want to plead guilty and "take their medicine." Before reaching the decision of whether to plead guilty or defend a case, there are a few things anyone facing this decision should consider. A DUI conviction is a criminal conviction that remains on a person's criminal record forever. The "costs" of a conviction include but are not limited to: 1.) Increased automobile insurance costs, five years in most cases; 2.) Job opportunity implications - many employers are now denying employment to persons with alcohol related driving convictions; 3.) Restricted or no driving privileges; 4.) Facing multiple offense sanctions if convicted again; 5.) If a college student, disciplinary action by the school and loss of job opportunities. Placing a monetary value on the above factors depends on each person's particular circumstances, but suffice it to say that the decision to defend a case or plead guilty should only be reached after careful evaluation of all the potential consequences of a conviction.
• Cordts & Gulley Driving Under the Influence is serious crime. We caution everyone to refrain from drinking and driving period. The blood alcohol content (BAC) to be presumed to be under the influence is .10 for a first-time offender and .08 for subsequent offenders. A first offender with a .08 BAC can still be found guilty of Adult Driving While Impaired under Tennessee law. ON JULY 1st OF 2003, TENNESSEE WILL MOVE TO A SINGLE BAC limit of .08. If you are arrested for DUI, dont just give up! Let us investigate and help you determine if you can fight the charge. We will defend you and help you try to avoid this serious conviction. This criminal charge can have long-lasting consequences. A conviction will show up as an "A" misdemeanor (the most serious misdemeanor level) on your permanent criminal record. In addition, your driving will be affected and your insurance rates will undoubtedly rise.
• Breakstone & Associates: Clients want reassurance that their attorney is competent and not afraid of a fight.
• McElroy & Associates:

  DUI/DWI Defense-A cultural stigma has become associated with drunk driving that was not present in our society even a decade ago. Public perception categorizes people charged with drunk driving as criminals, even before they have been convicted of any crime. Being arrested for drunk driving, driving under the influence (DUI), or driving while intoxicated (DWI) can be an unsettling proposition, to say the least. A DUI - DWI conviction in Tennessee or Mississippi carries with it heavy penalties, including:

  • A permanent criminal record
  • Suspension or loss of license
  • Increased insurance rates
  • Community service
  • Possible jail or prison time
  • Alcohol assessment and treatment
  • Probation
  • Vehicle immobilization or forfeiture
  • Serious fines
  • Possible job loss
• Rob Wilson: An arrest may happen to anyone. Prior to your court appearance date, it is in your best interest to consult with an experienced attorney to advise you of your legal rights.
• Steffen Schreiner: Now that you've come into contact with the law, you've found out the dirty little secret. Anyone drinking and driving is subject to arrest, whether or not it was affecting their driving ability. But being arrested does not mean you will be convicted.
• James Carraway: If you have been charged with a driving under the influence or driving while impaired offense, then you are faced with a number of difficult and important decisions. Decisions which will effect you, your family, your standard of living, and possibly the very way of life you have become accustomed to. A DUI/DWI conviction carries severe legal consequences including mandatory minimum jail time, license revocation, fines, alcohol school or counseling, community service, and probation for at least 11 months 29 days. Your insurance rate will probably increase if your insurance is not canceled first. Driving to the grocery store, church, family functions etc. will end due to your license revocation. Of course if you have a restricted license issued you can drive to and from work, but if you stray from the route to or from work and are caught you will be facing new jail time for driving while license revoked due to your DUI\DWI conviction.
• Waggoner Law Firm: You have a right to a public and speedy trial, even by jury if you wish. The police must prove their case against you beyond a reasonable doubt. That is guaranteed by the Constitution. However, most DUI cases never go to trial. Sometimes, defendants are afraid of what will happen, or they wish to take a lesser offense such as reckless driving. Many times a case may be dismissed against you because of a lack of evidence or the wrong action by police. Each case is different.
• Robert Little: Your defense may rely on how accurately you remember the events of your arrest.