DUII ARRESTS

If you or someone you know has been arrested for driving under the influence, you should immediately contact the Law Offices of Paul F. Sherman to obtain a free DUII consultation.  DUII suspects are protected by the US Constitution as well as state laws.  These laws protect a DUII defendant from unlawful actions during the arrest process.

CONTACT PAUL F. SHERMAN TO PROTECT YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS.

Paul F. Sherman can help you determine if any of these unlawful actions have occurred during the arrest process and if your rights have been violated.  In many cases, we can obtain a reduced sentence or even get the DUII charges dismissed completely.

DUII ARREST PROCESS

The arrest process for those accused of driving under the influence generally occurs as follows:

·         Driver is stopped by a police officer.  This usually occurs during a traffic stop. 

·         The police officer conducts field sobriety tests. 

·         If a DUII suspect fails the field sobriety test, the suspect is usually arrested or given an on-site blood alcohol test. 

·         Suspect is taken to detox center and given BAC test.

·         The suspect is booked and placed in custody.   The suspect may arrange for bail.

·         The suspect then has an arraignment and will receive a court date for further proceedings.  This is the final stage of the arrest process.

Once the DUII defendant has been arraigned, the Court will have jurisdiction over the defendant. The case will then proceed through the court docket, a DUII charge may include the following:

·         Diversion hearing

·         Case management conference

·         Pretrial conference.

·         Plea bargain.

·         Pretrial motions.

·         Trial.

·         Sentencing.

·         Appeal.

COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH A DUII ARREST

A DUII arrest can be very costly.  The following is a list of possible costs associated with an arrest for driving while intoxicated:

·         Posting bail.

·         Hiring a lawyer.

·         Court costs.

·         Fines.

·         Increased insurance premiums.

·         Car damage.

·         Property damage.

·         Medical costs.

The costs associated with a DUII arrest may be decreased through community service or by attending DUII diversion programs.  These programs can also decrease your driver’s license suspension and improve your eligibility for a hardship permit.

Call the Law Offices of Paul F. Sherman at (503) 223-8441 for more information or  ContactUs for a FREE consultation to help determine the best course of action for your DUII arrest.