If you have been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) the first thing you will want to do is find a good DUI Attorney.
Under a drunk driving charge you could be facing jail fines, DUI education, an increase in your auto insurance rates, a mandatory ignition interlock device among many other consequences.
DUI Attorneys will normally consult with your to review your case free of charge to determine the best strategy to follow for your situation during your first meeting.
In some states your license can be suspended if you or your DUI attorney haven't responded within a few days of your arrest and a skilled attorney will know how and when to respond to prevent this.
An arrest for DUI is a scary experience.
Not every arrest should be considered a conviction because for example sometimes the breath testing equipment may not be accurate.
Just because you have been arrested for a DUI doesn't mean you shouldn't fight for your rights.
Penalties and consequences for DUI arrests are increasing every year.
An arrest could mean you face mandatory jail time, suspension or revocation of driver license and driving privileges (some cases for the rest of your life), increased auto insurance premiums, installation of an interlock device, and so on.
If your job depends on your being able to drive, a DUI arrest could mean the loss of you current job and prevent you from obtaining future employment.
In some situations a DUI arrest could influence the outcome of other non related pending cases such as a divorce or custody of a child.
A DUI arrest is also embarrassing to the offender and their family.