Experienced DUI Attorney: One Mistake Shouldn’t Cost You Your Freedom
Are you facing a drunk driving charge? Our attorney, Gregory L. Scott, can help you with your case. DUI charges are a serious matter, and our lawyer has experience handling all kinds of driving under the influence (DUI) charges.
Attorney Scott will work hard to protect you and your rights and get your charges reduced or thrown out altogether, if possible. For a vigorous defense against your DUI charges in Yakima, Washington, contact Scott Law Firm today. It is up to you to make the call to the right attorney.
What Happens After A DUI Arrest In Washington?
A DUI arrest sets two separate cases in motion: A criminal case in court and an administrative case over your driver’s license. Officers start with booking, which means fingerprints, photographs and a decision about release or bail.
The license case moves first. You have exactly seven calendar days from the date of your arrest to request a hearing with the Washington Department of Licensing, or a suspension can take effect automatically. A DUI lawyer can file that request and contest the suspension.
The prosecutor reviews the police report and test results before deciding which charges to file. Your first court date is typically an arraignment, where you enter a plea. Pretrial hearings follow, giving your attorney a chance to obtain evidence, file motions and negotiate.
Defending Against A DUI Charge
Most DUI evidence is collected on the side of the road. With more than 100 jury trials behind him, attorney Scott prepares every case as if it will go to trial. A Yakima DUI attorney examines several parts of the arrest:
- The traffic stop: Police need a lawful reason to pull you over. An unjustified stop can make the evidence that followed vulnerable.
- Field sobriety tests: Fatigue, uneven pavement or a medical condition can affect performance on these tests.
- Breath or blood results: Breath machines need regular calibration, and blood samples need a documented chain of custody.
- Other evidence: Dash camera and body camera footage can contradict the arrest report.
Our DUI defense attorney can spot these problems early and can use them in negotiations and at trial.
Beware Of The Consequences Of A DUI Arrest Or Conviction
In the state of Washington, your driver’s license could be suspended for at least 90 days and up to four years after you have been arrested and/or charged with DUI. Don’t let that happen without a fight. Work with a trusted defense lawyer who will strive to protect your driving privileges and your future.
Get in touch with our trusted DUI defense attorney, to do all that you can to avoid having your license suspended. Mr. Scott will collaborate closely with you as he works to get your charges reduced or eliminated if possible.
Washington DUI Penalties And Consequences
The penalties for a conviction depend on the circumstances, including your blood alcohol content, whether you refused testing and any prior offenses. Fines and court costs can reach several thousand dollars.
A conviction can also bring its own license suspension and a requirement to install an ignition interlock device, which prevents your vehicle from starting until you pass a breath test. Judges commonly order probation with conditions such as alcohol treatment. Jail time is possible even on a first offense. A Washington DUI attorney can explain which penalties may apply to you.
Take Back The Steering Wheel Of Your Life Starting Now
Protect yourself after a DUI arrest with the help of a Washington defense attorney who is committed to serving people in Yakima, Ellensburg and the surrounding areas.
Send an online inquiry or call 509-574-0991 right now to start preparing your case.