Tips to Finding a Good DUI Lawyer Many people don't realize that by drinking two glasses of wine after work, they could be over the legal limit. BAC, blood alcohol content, is what is measured should you be stopped. The problem is that everyone metabolites at different rates, so what could put you over the limit on two glasses of wine, your friend may be well below the limit. So many people are arrested from driving under the influence every single day. The current limit in Rhode Island in the United States, for example is 0.08%. if you have a commercial license, then the legal limit is 0.04%. If you are found with a blood alcohol content of 0.15% or more, you could face additional penalties when convicted. It is essential that you find yourself a good DUI lawyer if you are found under the influence. This test is usually carried out in two parts starting with a general breathalyser test on the roadside. You will be tested again once you have been moved to your local police station. The minute you find yourself in this situation, you want to find a good DUI lawyer who can assist you throughout the process. It's essential you secure the representation of your attorney as soon as possible. In order to find the best DUI lawyer in your area, you are going to want to do some research. If you are phoning a family member from the police station, ask them to secure a lawyer as soon as possible. Ideally you want them at the police station with you, ensuring your best interest are being taken care of and that you are being dealt with correctly in terms of the legal process required. You can do your research online, looking for DUI lawyers who are admitted to practice in your location. Every state has different lawyers who are admitted to work in the Federal District Courts. Make a short list of three attorney firms you feel confident in using and that you feel will provide you with the best representation. Make a list of the potential attorneys. This way you can view each ones website in detail to learn as much about the attorney as possible. You will want to identify how long they have been practicing, their track record and the types of cases that they represent. Remember if you are facing a driving under the influence case, then you will want the services of a criminal lawyer. Take a close look at their qualifications to ensure that they have the educational background to provide you with the finest representation. Knowing their experience and qualifications, you can start knocking names off your short list. Review each of the attorneys in detail using independent review sites and find out what other clients say about the services that they received.
When you have narrowed down your list, get a face to face meeting. Most DUI lawyers will be happy to meet with you on an initial consultation to discuss your case and advice on how to proceed. This can give you some confidence and enable you to identify the type of service you can expect from this firm moving forward. Remember to always hire a DUI lawyer as early as possible. With any case there is a set process which must be followed, there are important deadlines that must be met and your attorney should try and secure a fast resolution. Not all cases get to the court room, the earlier you secure a resolution, the sooner you can move on with your life.
About Us: John R Grasso is an attorney admitted to practice in Rhode Island, Massachusetts. He is also admitted at the Federal District Courts. He is a member of the Bar of the United States Supreme Court and has an experienced support team working alongside him to help focus on securing a resolution in the shortest period of time. John Grasso represents criminal defendants on misdemeanors and felony charges throughout the area. He handles a wide range of cases on a daily basis from domestic violence cases to immigration disputes and DUI cases to robbery and so much more. To find out more, visit http://www.johngrassolaw.com.