Columbia Missouri DWI Attorneys
The worst thing you can do now, if you have been arrested or charged with DUI/DWI, is to try to represent yourself, or hire an inexperienced lawyer. Aside from the vigorous and effective representation our firm will provide you is the knowledge of your options and possible outcomes we will detail for you.
In the best-case scenario, we can prevent charges from being filed, or have them dropped. When the State does not have the evidence to convince a jury that you broke the law, they will not likely prosecute you.
Pleas
We will negotiate for you, weighing the evidence the prosecution has against you, and attempt to reduce the charges and penalties imposed. You will make the final decision as to accepting a plea deal or going to trial. Our firm handles trial work and even appeals if that should be necessary.
Here are some things you should know. If you refused to take a breath or blood test, your license will be suspended for up to a year. However, there may be other evidence against you, and you could still be charged. Your license will be suspended even if you are found not guilty of DUI.
If this is your first offense, you really want to avoid anything on your record because any subsequent offense will take into account any priors. Fines, suspension and jail time all go up with each offense. Your insurance rates could also skyrocket if you are convicted.
Finally, if you are arrested for DUI your license will be suspended unless you request a hearing within 15 days. Call Carson & Coil now at (573) 298-4186 or contact a drunk driving lawyer online
