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State of Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles Visit the Governor | General Assembly | Courts | Other Elected Officials | Federal, State & Local Sites State Directory | Help | Search Delaware : Citizen Services | Business Services | Visitor Info. DelDOT | Delaware Division of Motor Vehicles HOME SERVICES around the text-- Driver Services Vehicle Services Forms and Manuals INFORMATION DRIVER SERVICES Driving Under the Influence In Delaware, you may be arrested for Driving Under the Influence(DUI) if you are driving, operating, or in actual physicalcontrol of a vehicle, an off-highway vehicle, or a moped whileunder the influence of alcohol or drugs. A chemical test indicating .08% blood alcohol concentration (BAC)or greater, or the presence of any drug, prescription or illegal,substance is sufficient for a DUI conviction. You may be arrestedfor DUI with a chemical test greater than .05% DUI violations are dealt with under both administrative and courtproceedings, which are conducted independently of each other.Juveniles arrested for DUI and processed through Family Courtcould lose driving privileges until they reach legal drinkingage. Implied Consent: Delaware has an "implied consent" law. That means if you drive inDelaware and are suspected of DUI, you voluntarily agree to achemical test to determine the degree of impairment. Failure to take the test carries a penalty of loss of licenseand/or driving privileges for a period of one year for a 1stoffense, 18 months for a 2nd offense and 24 months for the 3rdsubsequent offense, in addition to the penalties for DUI. DUI Administrative Procedures At the time of a DUI arrest, a police officer will take yourDelaware driver's license and issue a 15 day temporary license,unless your driver's license has already been suspended orrevoked. You must personally request an administrative hearing at DMVwithin 15 days of your arrest or your driving privilege will belost for a minimum of 3 months. You may obtain a Request For Administrative Hearing from our web siteor any DMV facility . All DUI sentences are carried on the driving record for a minimumof 5 years. Administrative Hearing Process: You may file a written Request For Administrative Hearing at anyDMV facility. The administrative hearing will be held todetermine: Probable Cause - whether a police officerhad probable cause to believe you were driving, operating, or inactual physical control of a vehicle, while under the influenceof alcohol and/or drugs. Preponderance or evidence - whether apreponderance of evidence exists that you were driving,operating, or in actual physical control of a vehicle while underthe influence of alcohol and/or drugs. A chemical test of .08% orgreater or the presence of any drug is conclusive evidence thatyou were under the influence. Chemical Test Refusal - whether you refuseda chemical test after being informed of the revocation penaltyfor refusing such a test. If you receive an unfavorable ruling at the administrativehearing or fail to request a hearing, your license or drivingprivilege will be revoked for: 3 months for the first offense 12 months for the second offense 18 months for the third or subsequent offense The penalties for Refused Chemical test are: 12 months for the first offense 18 months for the second offense 24 months for the third or subsequent offense DUI Court Procedures At the time of arraignment, you may elect to apply for enrollmentin a First Offense Election program in lieu of standing trial. Ifyou elect to apply, the application will constitute an admissionof guilt and a waiver of the right to a speedy trial. You alsoagree not to request an administrative hearing at the Division ofMotor Vehicles (DMV) or to withdraw any request previously madefor this violation. The court will notify DMV of your decision.DMV will revoke your license and/or driving privilege for aperiod of one year for the First Offense Election and anyapplicable period of revocation for the administrative action ofprobable cause or refused chemical test. (See penalties listedabove) To be considered for a First Offense Election (may only qualify 1time for FOE) one cannot have: A previous DUI Three or more moving violations within 2 years Caused injury to another person A BAC of .20% or greater Been a suspended or revoked driver or had no valid license at the time of the arrest Been transporting a child under 17 years of age on or within a vehicle while under the influence At the time of your First Offense Election you may request thecourt to permit you to take the First Offense Election - IIDDiversion option. This option allows you the benefit of drivingauthority after a minimum of 1-month loss of license uponmeeting the criteria outlined below. You held a valid Delaware driver's license at the time of your DUI violation You agreed to take the chemical test at the time of your arrest Your revoked Delaware driver's license has been surrendered to the Division of Motor Vehicles for a minimum of 1 month You have completed an alcohol evaluation and are enrolled in the designated alcohol program. Your license is not suspended or revoked for any reason which would prevent the issuance of the IID license The IID license provides unlimited Class D drivingauthority, provided you are driving the specified vehicleequipped with the ignition interlock device and have the IIDlicense in your possession. (See the IID section below forfurther information on this program.) Evaluation Process Any individual arrested for DUI must schedule an evaluation withthe Delaware Evaluation and Referral Program (DERP). An individual may request an evaluation following their arrest,an evaluation will be ordered by the court, or by DMV. Theevaluation costs $75.00. There is a $25.00 missed appointmentfee. The evaluation and referral of a DUI offender is aninformation gathering and analysis process. The client meetsindividually with an evaluator to construct a personal history,including medical, legal, social, and psychological information.The evaluation takes approximately 1+ hours. The evaluation consists of: A written and verbal evaluation Social history survey Substance abuse questionnaire Several essay questions Mental health symptom screening Client rights/confidentiality issues One on one interview with certified counselor The information obtained from the evaluation along with theevaluators review of the offenders motor vehicle record and bloodalcohol test results at the time of the violation, form the basisfor analysis and recommendation. DERP will make a referral to oneof the following types of programs. Offenders must make contact with the agency within 30 days of thereferral or risk being non-complied back to the court. Referralsare valid for 1 year. Education Program The major goal of the educational program is to help offenderstake a careful look at their situation, take responsibility andownership for their situation and explore what it takes to solvethe problems they've encountered. Fees: $125.00 program fee $10.00 fee for each missed session Outpatient Treatment Full-service Outpatient Treatment programs offer a full range oftreatment services to chemically dependent clients. The majorgoal of each agency is to provide services that will alter theprogression of substance abuse. The standard program consists ofa combination of individual and group counseling sessions over acourse of approximately 3 months (25 hours). The treatment approach is based on the premise that people canmake responsible decisions if they have good information and areaware of alternative solutions. All services are provided byprofessionals and are confidential. Outpatient 21 and Under This program is designed to provide treatment services to youngoffenders, ages 21 and under. The programs consist of group,individual and family counseling sessions. Family members areencouraged to become involved in the overall treatmentexperience. Alternative Program (Mental Health) This program offers an alternative to DUI offenders who areexperiencing mental and emotional adjustment problems in additionto their substance abuse dependencies. The programs major focusis to alter patterns of behavior that could lead to subsequentDUI violations. Outpatient Treatment Program, 21 and Under Program andAlternative Program Fees: $490.00 program fee $14.50 fee for missed group session $17.50 fee for missed individual session Random urine screen fees as necessary Character Background Review Process Division of Motor Vehicles Character Background Review - Who needs one? If you had a BAC of .20 or above Any 2nd or subsequent offender How is it done? This process is generally done within a month of when an offenderwill be eligible for re-licensure. Request an Application For Character Background Review from DMV - Dover (302) 744-2508 Call DMV interviewer for appointment Complete form with 6 references - name, address and phone numbers Meet with interviewer for an interview - bring application and reference information Interviewer will mail a form to your references Your references will have 2 weeks to return the forms to the interviewer A decision will be made and mailed to offender License Reinstatement Process In order to be eligible for license reinstatement an offendermust: Satisfactorily complete an alcohol education/treatment program Paid all fees The revoked license has been turned in to DMV for a minimum of 6 months Successfully complete a Character Background Review (if required) Pay $143.75 reinstatement fee to DMV License re-examination may be required No driving during the revocation period Conditional License Privileges A First Offense Election may be eligible to apply for aconditional license if they: Did not refuse to submit to a chemical test Satisfactorily complete a minimum of 16 hours in an education/treatment program Paid all fees The revoked license has been turned in to DMV for a minimum of 3 months Successfully complete a Character Background Review (if required) Pay $10.00 conditional license fee No driving during the revocation period A First Offense Election does not automatically guarantee theissuance of a conditional license or early reinstatement. Ignition Interlock Program (IID): Individuals eligible for IID are: First Offense Election - IID Diversion - Election must be made at Court Refused Chemical Test Offenders 2nd or Subsequent DUI Offense This is a voluntary program that is paid for solely by theoffender. The cost is $70.00 for installation and $75.00 permonth plus tax to rent the equipment. An offender must applythrough DMV for this program. You can obtain a copy of the Ignition Interlock Program Application at our website or any DMV facility . The IID license authorizes the holder to operate a vehicle withfull Class D operators driving privileges only when the vehicleis equipped with an ignition interlock device. The IID license isnot available for CDL class vehicles. A Delaware registeredvehicle must be used for the ignition interlock deviceprogram. Out-of-state violations Offenders who are arrested in another state must contact theDelaware Evaluation and Referral Program to schedule anappointment for an evaluation. Once the evaluation is completed,this agency will request the paperwork from the state when thearrest was made. Once the offender has completed the programsatisfactorily, the Delaware Evaluation and Referral Program willforward the information to the arresting state. Offenders convicted out-of-state who hold a Delaware driverslicense will result in license revocation. Out-of-state offenders Offenders who are arrested in Delaware but are licensed and liveout-of-state are required to meet the Delaware requirements forthe alcohol evaluation and program completion. The offender mustcontact the Delaware Evaluation and Referral Program and makearrangements through that office to have an alcohol evaluationconducted in the offender's home state. The offender must alsosatisfactorily complete an alcohol program that meets Delawarerequirements. Zero Tolerance Law If you are under 21 years of age, as little as one drink can makeit illegal for you to drive. The law says that anyone under theage of 21 years, who drives, operates or has actual physicalcontrol of a vehicle, an off-highway vehicle, or a moped whileconsuming or after having consumed alcohol, shall have theirdriver's license revoked for a period of 2 months for the firstoffense and not less than 6 months or more than 12 months foreach subsequent offense. If the under age person does not have adriver's license, the person shall be fined $200.00 for the firstoffense and not less than $400.00 nor more than $1,000.00 foreach subsequent offense. Appeal Process If an offender is unhappy with the outcome of the educationand/or treatment program, Delaware allows for an appeal of theprogram completion. An appeal is administered through the Department of Health andSocial Services Alcohol and Drug Screening and Evaluation. To submit an appeal an offender must: Write a letter stating the reason for the appeal (this may not be based on cost or length of program) Submit a letter of reference from an employer, clergy person, or friend stating offender's ability to meet current responsibilities Complete waiver forms to allow for information to be shared with appeal team members Information must be submitted within 30 days of the appeal request The appeal team will review the information and advise the offender by letter of their decision. THE DECISION OF THE APPEAL TEAM IS FINAL. Last Updated: Monday, 25-Jul-2005 14:28:56 Eastern Daylight Time site map | about this site | contact us | translate | delaware.gov
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OUILMichigan Drunk Driving Defense Lawyer | OUIL DUI DWI OWI MIP Defense Law Attorney | Substance Abuse Evaluations Get Help Now! Greater Detroit Area " Greater Detroit Area Greater Detroit Area "Patrick T. Barone Site Navigation Return Home DUI Defenses DUI Sample Cases DUI Attorney Info DUI Resources DUI Courts Info DUI Driver License DUI Links I thought that you did a remarkable job and I am extremely proud that I had a chance to work with you. I have NEVER worked with a lawyer who was more thorough and dedicated on a case... ever. -S.L. Substance Abuse Evaluations Using an Evaluation to Obtain Driving Privileges If your are eligible to apply for restricted driving Privileges or full restoration, then you will need to present the hearing office with an appropriate substance abuse evaluation. A well written and favorable evaluation will be the very foundation of your case, and the standards set forth in Rule 13 of the Administrative Rules should be addressed in this evaluation. While it will be difficult to obtain an evaluation that contains the exact language of the Rule, you should consider attempting to obtain an evaluation that at a minimum forcefully states the opinion that you are at low or minimal risk for relapse, and incorporates as many as possible of the other standards set forth in Rule 13. You might consider giving the rule to your therapist prior to having them prepare your evaluation. You might also consider seeing a therapist for a period of time before seeking the evaluation, because this way your therapist will be able to more accurately state a forceful and favorable opinion and prognosis. You will need to decide where to go to have such an evaluation performed, and the materials from the SOS contain several locations throughout the State that provide these services.You might also consider contacting your insurance carrier for a suggestion as to where to go for this evaluation. Another alternative to obtaining a referral from an insurance company is to directly contact a treatment center in your area that specializes in substance abuse.A center weve used successfully in the past is Maplegrove which is located in Farmington Hills.You may want to first check with your health insurance carrier to determine if they cover this service. Whatever you decide relative to who will perform the substance abuse evaluation, once youve had the evaluation done, you will need to sign a release with the evaluating therapist, who will then provide our office with a copy. We will present same to the DLAD along with our request for a hearing. Using a Substance Evaluation to Help Obtain a Better Sentence: In the context of the underlying criminal case, the purpose of this evaluation is to determine what treatment, if any, might be necessary to address any underlying alcohol or substance abuse problems. Once we have such an evaluation, and we can show that you are following through on the treatment plan, then we can use this information to help persuade the Judge that you are making a diligent effort toward maintaining your sobriety. The reason that this information is useful and important is because it shows that you are a viable candidate for "rehabilitation", and therefore, that less or no punishment in the form of incarceration is required to "protect society". Armed with this information, we can (in the event of a conviction) make an appropriate argument to obtain the best possible sentence. Return Home
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DUI Insurance and DWI DUI Insurance and DWI Insurance by Serenity Insurance - dui auto insurance, dwi car insurance SERENITY INSURANCE Live Quote NOW! SR-22 Auto Insurance is our Only Business HOME · ABOUT US · QUICK QUOTE · SERVICE AREA · DUI PENALTIES · CONTACT US · EN ESPANOL The DUI Survival Guide Introduction This booklet is provided by Serenity Group, Inc. as a courtesy and convenience to all who are affected by, or provide help to those in trouble by a Drunk Driving Arrest. The events following a DUI/DWI are stressful and intimidating. Our purpose is to outline and define most of the relevant terms and requirements that face a person after a DUI arrest. This information is designed to be helpful not only to the DUI offender, but also an aid to counselors and staff personnel helping DUI offenders get back on their feet. Serenity Insurance SR-22 Specialists 1-800-546-5470 www.serenitygroup.com How We Got Here. Most DUI/DWI offenders are people who made mistakes in judgment. Several beers, a couple of drinks, a glass or two of wine are enough to become legally intoxicated in most states. We usually dont think these drinks affect us, but the law says we are impaired when our blood alcohol concentration (BAC) reaches .08. We may have been pulled over for a taillight, a rolling stop, or speeding. The officer may have smelled alcohol, noticed some slurring of speech, or had some other reason to suspect you had been drinking. This gave the officer reasonable cause to conduct field sobriety tests and order you to submit to a Breathalyzer test. Although rare, a person can get a DUI not operating a vehicle. People have been convicted of Drunk Driving because they were seated in a vehicle for which they have the keys. This is called physical control of a vehicle. The cost, embarrassment, and inconvenience caused by the incident create painful memories. However, there is hope. Soon these memories will fade, and the important lessons from this unfortunate occurrence will be learned. What Happens Now? Most laws mandate that the DUI/DWI offender report to court or your state licensing authority, (DMV, DPS, DOL) within a period of 30 days. They will be required to attend an alcohol school or similar curriculum. Be aware that there may be a deadline for calling the DMV to request a hearing on the suspension and to get an extension of the temporary license; for example, California has a 10-day deadline. At the licensing hearing, only a limited number of issues may be considered: Did the officer have reasonable cause to believe the driver had an illegally high BAC? The driver was arrested (or "lawfully detained" if age 21 or less). The driver refused a chemical test or a preliminary alcohol screening (PAS) test. The driver was informed that a refusal would result in suspension or revocation. You have the right to consult a lawyer, particularly if you feel that Proper Law Enforcement Procedures were not followed. If this is necessary, it is best to hire an attorney that specializes in DUI/DWI defense. What the Law Says If valid grounds exist, and the offender was driving and the BAC test was .08 or more according to the officer's reportmost Vehicle Codes provide for a suspension of up to 4 months. If there are prior convictions within 7 years, the suspension can be up to 1 year. Licensed offenders are then served with a state order of suspension or revocation which serves as a 30-day license. The suspension or revocation takes effect in 30 days. Did the officer have reasonable cause to believe the driver had an illegally high BAC? Your license will probably be suspended for a minimum period of time. After the mandatory hard suspension, you may then get a temporary or restricted license to go to and from work and the alcohol program you have been assigned. How Do I Get My License Back? To get a restricted license after being arrested for a DUI you have to do 3 things: Show proof of enrollment in an approved DUI program. Show proof of financial responsibility (SR-22). Pay the re-issue fee to your state licensing authority (DMV, DPS, DOL). Again, the laws of the state and the local customs vary according. Generally speaking, a conviction for a first offense may involve a fine, a license suspension or restriction, attendance at a DUI education course for a period of time and probation for perhaps three years. A short jail sentence may or may not be required; for a second offense, it almost certainly will. Additional punishment may involve community service, ignition interlock devices, AA meetings and/or impounding of the vehicle. Proof of insurance (financial responsibility) must be maintained for a period of up to three years (from the date the original 4 month suspension would have been up). After you have enrolled in, or completed the course, and your suspension terms met, the process of selecting an insurance agent for the SR-22 insurance begins. Proof of insurance WILL stay active (and you need not re-submit an SR-22) if you do not cancel the policy or get dropped during the 3-year period. What Happens if my Insurance and SR-22 Cancel? The insurance policy and the SR-22 must remain in effect for three years. If, for any reason, your policy is no longer in effect, the insurance carrier is REQUIRED to notify your state licensing authority (DMV, DPS, DOL) and your license may be suspended automatically! Your driver's license may be suspended automatically. Remember, the insurance company that issued your SR-22 is required to notify the state if your SR-22 insurance cancels for any reason. If you have not provided the state with a new SR-22 certificate, the state will assume you are no longer in compliance with the law, and will suspend your legal driving privileges. Driving While License Suspended If you are pulled over while driving with a suspended license, Vehicle Codes authorize tow enforcement agencies to tow and impound vehicles for 30 days when driven by unlicensed, suspended, or revoked drivers. There is a possibility that the vehicle couldbe forfeited (taken from you by the state) if you have a prior conviction for driving while unlicensed, or with a suspended or revoked license. What the State Requires All states have laws determining the minimum or lowest insurance limits that are acceptable. These usually are the coverages that accompany the SR-22. For Example, Californias minimum limits are 15/30/5. 15 means $15,000 Bodily Injury Liability per person. 30 means $30,000 Bodily Injury Liability per accident (more than one person injured). 5 means $5,000 Property Damage Liability per accident. Liability Insurance is protection from the cost of a lawsuit. You should always be able to buy higher limits of protection from the company providing your SR-22. How Long Will I Be Punished for my DUI? Court-ordered probation for DUI offenders usually lasts three (3) to five (5) years. Duringprobation, offenders must keep insurance and an SR-22 on file for three years, and must not: Commit any criminal offense. Drive with any measurable alcohol in their blood. Refuse to submit to a chemical test upon request. Fail to pay a fine, assessment or restitution. How Does a DUI Affect SR-22 Insurance Rates? Your insurance rates are determined by many factors. Among these rating variables are: age, marital status, driving experience, driving history, and where you live. The SR-22 is only a certificate that proves you have met the states financial responsibility (insurance)requirements. Many insurance companies will not insure SR-22 clients, and those companies that insure this type of driver may have slightly higher rates. Generally, insurance rates can increase approximately 30%-40% from similar insurance with a Safe Driver insurance company. Glossary Collision Coverage. If your car collides with another vehicle or object, this coverage pays for therepair of your car. The insurance company is responsible for the repair cost, less the amount ofthe deductible, for which you are responsible. Comprehensive Coverage. Pays for damage to your car caused by fire, theft, vandalism, windstorm, glass breakage, and other perils not considered a collision. The repair cost is paid by the insurance company, less your deductible. Deductible. The dollar amount of damage to your car that you are responsible for. Most auto policies have a separate deductible for collision and comprehensive coverage. Liability Coverage. Pays for injuries caused to others or their property if you or someone elsecause an accident while driving your car. Different states have different liability requirements. Forexample, 25/50/25 means liability limits of $25,000 per person for bodily injury; $50,000 per accident for bodily injury, and $25,000 per accident for property damage. Medical Expense Coverage. Pays if you and your passengers are injured in an auto accident, regardless of who is at fault. There are different limits you can select, usually in increments of $5,000. Personal Injury Protection (PIP). This is a formal name for no-fault coverage in states that havemandatory or optional no-fault auto insurance. PIP offers coverage for medical expenses, loss of wages, accidental death and funeral expenses. Rental Reimbursement Coverage. When this coverage is offered, the company pays for a rental car if your car is disabled and you need a substitute vehicle. Most policies have per day and per loss dollar limitations. SR-22. An SR-22 is a special document provided by your insurance company that shows proof you have active auto insurance, and meet your states Financial Responsibility Laws. States generally require the SR-22 be carried three years, but laws may vary from state to state. Towing and Labor Coverage. This coverage pays for towing costs if your vehicle becomes disabled. This coverage may also pay for emergency roadside assistance, such as a dead battery or flat tire. This coverage usually is limited by dollar amount per loss. Uninsured Motorist Coverage. This coverage provides payment if a negligent, uninsured driverinjures you or your passengers. Coverage also applies to hit-and-run accidents and to drivers who are underinsured. Uninsured Motorist Property Damage. Provides payment for the damage to your car if it is caused by an uninsured driver. Serenity Insurance SR-22 Specialists 1-800-546-5470 www.serenitygroup.com Related Links DUI Insurance and DWI Insurance by Serenity Insurance - dui auto insurance, dwi car insurance - Serenity Insurance provides information about DUI and DWI penalties for all 50 states. You'll also find clear explanations and definitions of terms. Frequently Asked Questions SR-22 Insurance Glossary SR22 HOME · ABOUT US · QUICK QUOTE · SERVICE AREA · DUI PENALTIES · CONTACT US · EN ESPANOL Serenity Insurance - 930 West Second Ave. - Spokane, WA 99201 1-800-546-5470
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DUI law firms The Colorado DUI - Colorado Drunk Driving Defense - US DUI Links Cases DUI FAQS DMV Services Fees SURVIVAL TIPS Colorado Misdemeanors DUI News Colorado DUI Defense Office of Jim Forslund 3780 S. Broadway Englewood, CO 80113 303-761-6067 CELL: 303-332-3602 FAX: 303-672-6815 DUI Interview Don't Let Your Colorado DUI Ruin Your Life! I will fight to save your license and freedom! DUI Directory DUIlaw When you've been arrested for a DUI in Denver or Boulder and you don't think it's fair, you need a lawyer who can protect your rights...make sure you're treated fairly...and who knows how to get results. You've just found that lawyer. I understand that you're probably feeling confused, angry, or somewhat fearful about what's happened to you. The process of being arrested, taken to jail, fingerprinted, and photographed was probably very dehumanizing to you. I sincerely sympathize with that. To be honest with you--you're faced with a charge which can have serious outcomes. (Please see what your DUI may cost .)I don't want to scare you, but let me give you a glimpse of what's in store for you. If your case goes the wrong way you could lose your license, your insurance could go up, you could be fined, it could hurt you when you apply for a job, and you could even go to jail. I'll Help You Keep Your License and Your Freedom I know you're fearful about what might happen to you, but I'd like you to know that there's a good chance I can help. Did you know that there are at least 20 possible challenges that can be made to the charges you are facing? I can raise applicable ones for you so your case is as strong as possible. Sure, I can just fill out the forms and talk to the District Attorney, but in many cases the best choice is to fight. That's the kind of case I focus on. My goal is to get you off, to keep your record clean, and to prevent you from losing your freedom and your license to drive. You see . . . my practice is based on the belief that you were arrested when you shouldn't have been. At the very least, I'll make sure that you're being treated fairly. The District Attorney prosecutes these types of cases all day. He knows--and is willing to use against you--all of the fine legal points that are available to him. The law says that he only needs to prove that after drinking you were not able to drive your car safely or that your blood alcohol exceeds a certain limit. That sounds pretty cut and dried, but it's not quite as simple as that. You see, if challenged, the DA also has to show that the arresting officer made the arrest properly, that you were properly advised of your rights, that the equipment he used to test you was working accurately, and even that the person operating that equipment was certified to operate it. If he gets information which may prove you innocent, an attorney can make him give you that information also. Get The Legal Help You Need That's where I come in. I know how and where to make the proper motions which force the DA to prove that all the steps used in your arrest were done properly. If they weren't, then his case is weakened. I can't promise you that I'll be successful because each case is unique. Maybe the judge assigned to your case is more lenient on drunk driving cases, or maybe he is harsher on them. Maybe there are some things distinctive to your case which are important. However, all things being equal, I think you'll find that I am well-skilled and that I fiercely protect your rights. When you retain me you'll get expert legal help from an attorney who knows how to guide your case through the complexities of the legal system because I've done it numerous times. You'll be certain you are being treated fairly by the judicial system because I'll insist: that the District Attorney provide us with the name and address of anyone he plans to call as a witness, as well as copies of every written or recorded statements of their testimony. This will allow us to prepare our questions for them. that the DA provide us with any information or material he has which would show that you are not guilty of the charges against you, or which may help you get a lighter sentence. on receiving copies of records showing that the equipment used for tests was functioning properly, and that the person giving the tests was properly certified. on proof that you were advised of all of your rights. If you weren't, the DA's case may be weakened. I talk to the District Attorney beforehand to get him to produce his proof and let him know that I will be contesting in court all these points I mentioned. When his case is challenged, he has to take a lot of time producing this material and witnesses. As you can see, what looks simple gets pretty complex. As your attorney I will look into all ofthese things for you so that you will have the best possible case. Actually, there is more, but I don't have space in this letter to tell you all of it. Free Consultation and Review of Your DUI Arrest $150 Value You're probably like most people arrested for a DUI. You don't really know the rightthing to do about it, and you don't know whether or not you can win if you contest your arrest. For both of these reasons, I'd like to buy you a free consultation to give you the additionalinformation I just mentioned and to review your case. If you would like to meet with me, I will be happy to set up an appointment with you. That way you'll be able to learn all you need to know about your situation. This telephoneconference is free to you, will last about an hour, and there is no further obligation at all. In fact,until you agree, in writing, to pay me, you will never owe me any money. You can call and leave a message at any time. Here's How I'll Protect Your Rights When we talk, I will analyze the facts of your case, give you my opinion about it, and discuss my approach to it. I'll explain how we'll protect your legal rights, what your options are,and how the whole judicial process works, so you'll know exactly what happens. Plus, you'll learn how I will guide you through the court system and how I'll championyour rights, using all my ingenuity and the options in the legal system to defend and protect you. For example, I'll review the Complaint against you . . . the steps which were used toconduct the chemical and roadside tests against you to determine if they are valid . . . and I'll showyou how the police officer's testimony can be impeached. I will also tell you about my fees. (Please see my fees information page )) Anything you tell me during this and all other meetings will be confidential, whether or not you retain me. In summary, with my help you'll get: A free initial phone consultation. Personalized attention. I'll return your phone calls promptly, keep you informed, and answer all questions to help you put the pieces back together. Reasonable fees , and you'll know in advance how you'll be charged. Experience . For over 18 years I've helped people just like you. Aggressiveness . While I accept peaceful settlements, I take a tough stance to protect you. So, if you want an attorney you can talk to, who understands what you want, who isinterested in you and your situation, and who fights to get you results, call me today at 303-761-6067 for your free consultation. The first meeting is free, so there is no risk on your part; and you'll be able to get all yourquestions answered. When we are finished, if you're not convinced that I will be able to protectyou to your complete satisfaction, then you can leave and I won't trouble you again . . . and you'llowe me nothing. In any event, at the end of the consultation you'll be more knowledgeable, you'll knowwhat to expect in the judicial process, and be able to make more informed decisions about yourcase. And by the way, your arrest may have included a cancellation of your drivingprivileges. You only have seven days to respond to this issue. As a courtesy to you, I willtell you what you must do about this, at no charge, just for calling me. Please remember, the charges against you are serious and can carry severe consequenceswhich could be damaging to your present and your future. You can discover for yourself how Ican help save your license and freedom by calling me at 303-761-6067. Sincerely, Jim Forslund P.S. In case you're still undecided about who, if anyone, to go to, let me tell you one final thing--it may be important. There is no extra fee for handling any other charges on the Complaint against you, as long as it is no more serious than a misdemeanor. © 2001 BLS Drunk Driving websites Find a DWI DUI Drunk Driving Lawyer in your state. Ten Mistakes How to avoid the 10 biggest mistakes most people make after being arrested for DUI. Case Tips 53 Things YOU Need to Know about Your DUI Case that NO ONE is Telling YOU Police Mistakes Mistakes the police make . . . and how they can help you. Colorado DUI/DWAI Law CRS § 42-4-1301. Driving under the influence--driving while impaired by alchohol, alchol or alcohol. DUI now .08 in Colorado This applies to arrests made on 7/1/4 or later. Do not plead to impaired if you are below .08! What Happens After A DUI Arrest? There are usually both Motor Vehicle and Court Proceedings. 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