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.