Salisbury Drunk Driving Defense Lawyers
Too many people simply plead guilty after they are charged with a DWI. They don't realize the full repercussions. They don't realize they could probably get a better deal.
At The Baker Law Firm, P.A., we understand what's at stake and we know how to defend drunk driving cases. Our criminal law and DWI defense practice, led by attorney Laura M. Baker, has helped many citizens of Cabarrus, Rowan and Stanly Counties defeat a DWI charge or soften the penalties imposed after a conviction. Contact our Concord DWI criminal defense attorneys today for a confidential consultation.
What Will Happen in Your Drunk Driving Case?
When charged with a DWI, two legal questions are important in determining how to handle your case. First, did the officer have a reasonable suspicion to stop your vehicle. Second, was there probable cause for your arrest. The answers to these questions can be the deciding factor between a guilty plea and a not guilty plea. Our attorneys look closely at these questions in every case to determine the best coarse of action.
Even if a guilty plea is appropriate, there are approximately 30 different factors that the court will look at in a DWI case to determine the punishment for the offense. Such factors include, the level of alcohol involved, prior drunk driving convictions and whether you had a valid license at the time of arrest. The firm's attorneys will look at all these factors, to determine where you stand. In addition, the firm's familiarity with the law and the local justice system can make a real difference. A DWI conviction can have fines as high as $4,000. The amount of the fine is somewhat up to the presiding judge's discretion, however; by statute, there are limitations on how much you can be taxed. See DWI FAQs. By understanding what your punishment would be if you simply pleaded guilty, our Concord DWI defense lawyers can usually negotiate a much more favorable sentence.
The Baker Law Firm can almost always lessen the impact of your DWI charge, no matter what your circumstances:
- First-time DWI/DUI
- Repeat offender
- Commercial driver or under 21
- Out-of-state resident
- DWI accident resulting in injury
- Refusal of the blood or breath test
In addition to your court case, the lawyers at our firm will represent you in all proceedings to preserve your North Carolina driver's license, or at least help you obtain limited driving privileges so you can still drive to work or school. We handle all related speeding tickets/traffic violations or even underage drinking.
Call our Concord, North Carolina, office at 866-943-7966 to arrange a consultation, or contact us online for a Salisbury drunk driving defense lawyer.
