Most DUI’s are charged based on the subjective opinion of the arresting officer. These opinions are based only on short and limited contact with the accused person. The best defense is a thorough and incisive cross-examination of the police officer. It is not uncommon for the case to be won based on the mistakes, or misperceptions of the arresting officer.

The automatic DUI driver’s license suspension called “statutory summary suspension” ranges from 3 months to 3 years. These suspensions begin on the 46th day after the arrested person is deemed by the officer to refuse or fail a requested chemical test. This type of suspension can be challenged by filing a petition to rescind in the Circuit Court. It is difficult to win a rescission hearing because there are limited challenges available to the suspended person, yet in certain cases this attack can resolve the entire DUI charge without the necessity of a jury trial.

As the laws relating to DUI continue to become harsher, you might need to consider challenging the charge of DUI. Remember ~100% of those that plead guilty are found guilty: Your odds are better at trial! Before you give up your rights, discuss your case with us.