If you have been pulled over and charged with a DWI or DUI, the penalties can be overwhelming. If you’re thinking about representing yourself because you think you know the law from listening to others, you are mistaken. There are so many variables when you arrested and charged with either of these charges. First, you have a limited time to address the court before you lose your license. If you don’t have a Drunk Driving Lawyer in Saint Paul MN, your license could be revoked just because you were late. Having a DUI or a DWI can also land you in jail and if you’ve had a previous arrest for either of them, the penalty and jail time can increase.
If losing your license or going to jail isn’t bad enough, court costs, penalties and administrative fees can be in the thousands of dollars and if you don’t pay them, it could also mean you end up back in jail. To add insult to injury, your car will be impounded by the police and you will have to pay towing and a storage fees until your car is removed from the lot.
Penalties of a DWI or DUI can also be enhanced if:
1. You had a prior DWU or DUI and lost your license because of it.
2. You have a child under the age of 16 in the vehicle.
3. You have above a .20 alcohol reading.
4. You refuse to take a blood, breath or urine test.
Just those four items are the surface of the law. There are various items the courts will take into account. Maybe you were arrested for a DWI because you had taken a prescribed medication and it affected you in an adverse way. Brandt Criminal Defense can present this information to the courts for you. A professional attorney knows the law, works with the courts and understands how the courts operate.
Leaving yourself unrepresented for a DUI or DWI can leave your life in shambles if you are convicted of either of them. Being in jail and not having any money because you’re in jail and not working will create further hardship on your life and family. You can click here for further information on help with these charges.
