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Depending on your state, blood alcohol content, criminal history and other considerations, drunken driving charges can carry penalties ranging from:

• probation
• suspension of driving privileges
• community service
• jail time
• thousands of dollars of fees

Having a DUI lawyer on your side can probably help take the confusion and frustration out of the process and possibly reduce your punishment.

Do I Really Need a DUI Lawyer?

You may feel that the case against you is hopeless but you do have the right to a defense.

Even if you do not pursue a trial, an attorney may help lower the penalties that come with a guilty or no-contest plea.

And consulting with an attorney prior to your arraignment may give you the confidence you may need after you DUI arrest.

A DUI attorney may also find processing errors, lack of probable cause or other circumstances in which your DUI case could be dismissed.

How Do I Choose the Right DUI Lawyer?

It is important to find an attorney who makes you feel comfortable.

There are many variables to consider, but finding a lawyer who is qualified and experienced in DUI cases is essential if you choose to fight your DUI ticket.

Many attorneys offer no-obligation consultations.

Where Can I Find a DUI Attorney?

If you've been charged with DUI, you may feel that you have nowhere to turn. A local DUI attorney may be your best asset in fighting your ticket.

As more and more attorneys move from traditional (and costly) advertising sources like the phone book and TV to the Web, you can now find an attorney in your area in just a few clicks.

We can also connect you with a sponsoring local DUI lawyer-all you have to do is fill out this free form to get started.

How Much Do DUI Lawyers Charge?

While most attorneys charge individual fees, having an attorney could likely save you money in the end.

Consider how much a DUI conviction could end up costing you:

• you'll pay fines and court fees
• you'll likely have an interlock device on your car, which includes an installation fee and monthly maintenance fees
• your car insurance could skyrocket
• if your conviction includes jail time, you'll lose wages from missed work
• you could even lose your job!

You'll need to speak with your attorney about specific fees, but you could end up saving yourself hundreds or even thousands of dollars by hiring an attorney.

Can I Fire My DUI Attorney?

Absolutely. Your DUI attorney is serving at your discretion, and if you are not satisfied with his or her performance, you have every right to find a new attorney.

There are a few things to keep in mind, though. Depending on the contract you signed with your lawyer, you may not be able to get back any money you paid for his or her services.

In fact, you may still have to continue paying any fees you accrued. If you find a new attorney, you'll have to pay for those services as well. Therefore, it's even more important that your find the right DUI attorney for you the first time.

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