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Even though you've been arrested for DUI, you don't have to let it ruin your life. You may not realize it yet, but if you are thinking about simply going to court and pleading guilty to your DUI charge you may be cheating yourself.

You see, a qualified attorney can review the case for defects, suppress evidence, compel discovery of such things as calibration and maintenance records for the breath machine, have blood samples independently analyzed, obtain expert witnesses ­ all of which may help you to win your case at trial.

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Salem Drunk Driving Lawyers

• Jennifer Koiles: Every accused individual deserves the best representation possible.
• Daniel Gindes: FIRST OFFENDERS:

   

  Maximum penalties:

   

  Incarceration: 2 1/2 years or less;

  Fine: $50-$5000;

  License suspension: One year, work or school hardship license possible after 3 months, general hardship license possible after 6 months.

   

  Usual penalties:

   

  Probation with mandatory participation in an alcohol-drug education program that you must pay for;

  License suspension for 45 to 90 days (210 days for drivers under age 21).  A hardship license is possible;

  Fees and costs from $550 up.

   

  This resolution may be available to those with a second offense more than 10 years ago.

   

  SECOND OFFENDERS:

   

  MAXIMUM SECOND OFFENSE PENALTIES:

   

  Incarceration: Not less than 60 days (30 day mandatory), not more than 2 1/2 years;

  Fine: $600-$10,000;

  License suspended for 2 years, work/education hardship considered in 6 months, general hardship in 1 year.

   

  usual penalties:

   

  Two years probation;

  14 day at an inpatient treatment program you pay for;

  Fees and costs from $600-$10,000;

  License suspension for two years, work/education hardship considered in 6 months, general hardship in 1 year.

   

  THIRD OFFENDERS:

   

  MAXIMUM THIRD OFFENSE PENALTIES:

   

  Note: this is a felony.

  Incarceration for at least 180 days (150 days mandatory), and not more than 5 years in State Prison;

  Treatment while confined;

  Fine $1,000-$15,000;

  License suspended for 10 years, work/education hardship considered in 5 years, general hardship in 8 years.

   

  Call Dan for fourth and subsequent conviction information.

   

  OTHER CONSEQUENCES OF A CONVICTION OR PLEA:

   

  Among the other issues you may face after your case and suspension is over are:

   

  • License reinstatement fees: first offense: $300; second offense: $500; third offense: $1,000.

  • If you have more than 3 major motor vehicle offenses (any criminal motor vehicle violation) in a 5-year period your license will be suspended for 4 years.

  • If a person pleads guilty to any OUI offense, the guilty plea in conjunction with that persons¹ past driving history may trigger an additional 4-year license loss.

  • If you are charged with Operating to Endanger along with OUI, an additional 4-year suspension may apply.

  • Insurance cost will increase, or your policy may be canceled

  • You may have difficulty renting cars, and getting certain jobs

  • You may lose profession credentials or certifications

• John Andrews: Can I Afford An Attorney? The short answer is - when you find yourself accused of a crime, you can't afford NOT to hire an attorney. Individual circumstances are unique. Unfortunately, the reality is that you are NOT INNOCENT until proven guilty - the prosecutor, public, judge and jury may assume you are guilty from the start, and the system is set up to CONVICT people - EVEN INNOCENT ONES. It is critical to have your attorney with you during a police investigation, interviews and statements even prior to arrest. An experienced defense attorney is your best counsel when you find yourself facing criminal charges.
• Koufman & Frederick: You may be surprised as to who is being charged with operating under the influence. Drinking and driving is not a crime. Consequently, many people drink and drive. If you drink and drive, a police officer may stop you for a simple traffic offense, detect the odor of alcohol, and arrest you for operating under the influence—even though you have absolutely no criminal record.