
In all of our
DUI cases we charge a flat fee for our services.
Every DUI case has a different set of facts
and circumstances; therefore our fees are different
in every case. Our legal fees start at $2,000.
The fees increase based upon the complexity
of a case and the amount of preparation and
trial time we estimate to be involved. We make
every effort to make our services affordable
for you. Major credit cards are accepted and
payment plans are available. It is impossible
for us to give a complete legal fee quote until
we have an initial consultation with the client.
In our criminal system, whether you think you
are guilty or not guilty, you are entitled to
fight your charges. Some clients decide to fight
their charge and want a jury trial. Other clients
do not want to fight their charges, but they
want our law firm to negotiate with the government
for the best possible plea agreement. Many cases
can be resolved without the need for a trial.
Preparation
of a defense for the charge of Driving Under
The Influence usually takes several months and
sometimes more than a year. The actual jury
trial usually takes two or three days. After
we completely investigate and prepare your case
for trial, we will then be able to make an informed
recommendation as to whether or not we think
you can win your case at trial. Some of the
things involved in preparing for trial are the
following:
appearing at administrative license suspension
hearings
preparing any applicable motions to dismiss
your case
court appearances every 4-6 weeks with
the client
background investigations of the officers
involved in the client’s arrest
taking depositions of the police officers
and any civilian witnesses
locating and interviewing witnesses that
may help your case
consulting with DUI breath machine, urine
or blood testing experts if necessary
reviewing breath test machine maintenance
documents
consulting with an accident re-constructionist
if property damage is involved
reviewing a videotape of the clients field
sobriety exercises
preparing any applicable motions to suppress
the government’s evidence
pre-trial conferences with our client
and any defense witnesses
We encourage
you to consult with an attorney prior to making
any decisions in your pending case. Make sure
you know your rights. We are available 24 hours
to provide you with a free consultation.