Being charged with a DUI is frightening and potentially life-changing charge, and you have two options: defend yourself or find an attorney who will defend you. Chances are that you, like most people, have little to no knowledge of the law or criminal court proceedings. Because of this, it is in your best interest to find someone who is and will properly defend you in the court of law.
We’ve all seen the commercials on television, “…call Smith, Smith & Smith, Attorneys at Law”, but now that you really need one, how do you go about finding the right one?
- Internet- One of the best resources. A simple search of something as obvious as “DUI attorneys” gives rise to multiple helpful websites. You can gain access to individual attorney websites, searchable databases, and even legal advice for someone charged with a DUI.
- Phone Book- Another excellent resource for finding local criminal defense attorneys that can be used alone or in conjunction with the Internet. You can spend much time perusing the monstrous lists of DUI lawyers, and the
- Friends/Family- Don’t forget about regular flesh-and-blood people! Maybe a friend was just in court for a DUI or maybe a co-worker had recently hired an attorney- ask them about their experience with the lawyer. Were they satisfied? Would they hire that lawyer again? If they were unhappy with the services provided, why? What would they have preferred instead?
It has been said that a man who is his own lawyer has a fool for a client; and nowhere is this aphorism more poignantly relevant than in a DUI case. In order to stand a chance to fight properly against the charges of drunk-driving you will need to hire a qualified attorney who can offer their knowledge and expertise to defend you. These resources can help you find such representation, and help you on your way to winning your case.
Lee Lockett has over ten years of legal experience and is a former prosecutor and served as an Assistant State Attorney and Division Chief for the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit. He has been the lead attorney in more than 50 jury and non-jury trials. Please see our home page for our complete list of services and read about the one that fits your needs. If you call now and mention our web site, you will receive a free consultation! 904.858.9818. |
