How to find a DUI Lawyer
The above-referrence link is interesting.
There are numerous ways to find a DUI lawyer to represent you. Here are some suggestions.
If you need to find a DUI lawyer you can usually start looking in Martidale-Hubble Law Directory. It lists lawyers in every state and they are peer review rated. AV is the best rating. You can also look at lawyers.com is the web equivalent of Martindale-Hubble Law Director. Findlaw is also a good resource. Findlaw and lawyers.com list lawyers by practice area and location. You could look under DUI or criminal lawyers in these resources.
If that does not work, then you can look in the yellow pages or call the state bar in your state. Most states have a criminal defense bar group. Most lawyers will give you a referral or recommend another lawyer if they are unable to take your case. In addition, if you know a friend or family who has used a lawyer, then you could ask them to help you find a DUI lawyer. In addition, you can look in the phone book under DUI and criminal law. In most phone books the lawyers are listed by practice to help you find the right lawyer.
You usually want a lawyer who specializes in DUI matters so he or she will current in the law. Depending upon the facts of your case, a good lawyer can challenge the stop of vehicle and file a petition to have your license returned based upon an illegal stop. The police must have a valid reason for stopping you. The lawyer may get a plea bargain such as reckless driving instead of DUI as the consequences of DUI are severe. The lawyer may also have evidence thrown out if the police do not comply with certification of their breathalyzer equipment. In any event a good DUI lawyer will be able to review the police report, traffic stop video, and your case to help in your situation. You should consult a DUI attorney regarding the facts of your case.
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