- Conduct an interview with the client to gather details about the arrest, including circumstances of the stop, results of alcohol or drug tests, and behavior during the arrest.
- Review police reports, blood alcohol content (BAC) test results, and body camera or dashcam footage.
- Assess the legality of the vehicle stop and arrest to identify potential procedural violations.
- Explain potential consequences, chances of reducing or dismissing charges, and possible defense strategies to the client.
- Advise on actions within the first 10 days post-arrest, such as requesting a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) hearing to challenge license suspension.
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Initial Consultation and Case Assessment5 $605.00
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Preparation for DMV Administrative Hearing21 $2,420.00
- File a request for a DMV hearing within 10 days of the arrest to contest automatic driver’s license suspension.
- Collect evidence for the hearing, such as police reports, test results, and client testimony.
- Prepare arguments to defend the client’s driving privileges, including challenging the legality of the arrest or test accuracy.
- Represent the client at the DMV hearing, if required, to reduce the suspension period or obtain a hardship license.
- Advise the client on installing an ignition interlock device, if necessary.
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Preparation for Court Proceedings50 $3,630.00
- Obtain and analyze all case materials from the prosecution, including police reports, test results, and witness statements.
- File motions with the court, such as motions to suppress illegally obtained evidence (e.g., due to improper stop or testing).
- Develop a defense strategy, which may include challenging breathalyzer accuracy, testing procedures, or arrest legality.
- Negotiate with the prosecution to reduce charges, such as to reckless driving, or secure a plea deal with lesser penalties.
- Prepare the client for court, including guidance on how to answer questions and behave during proceedings.
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Court Representation150 $6,050.00
- Represent the client at all court hearings, including preliminary hearings and the main trial.
- Present evidence and arguments in the client’s favor, such as weaknesses in the prosecution’s case or mitigating circumstances.
- Challenge police officers’ testimony or test results in court, if grounds exist to deem them invalid.
- Engage in negotiations with the judge or prosecution to reduce penalties, such as replacing jail time with probation or community service.
- Provide support to the client post-ruling, including explaining probation conditions or other requirements.
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Post-Court Support90 $1,210.00
- Advise the client on complying with penalties, such as paying fines, attending alcohol education programs, or installing an ignition interlock device.
- Assist with obtaining a hardship license or appealing a prolonged license suspension, if applicable.
- Provide guidance on expunging the criminal record after fulfilling all conditions, if permitted in the state.
- Verify proper execution of the court’s ruling and updates to relevant databases.
- Support the client in case of an appeal or correction of errors in the court’s decision.
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