QUESTION
Do I need to physically be in court on my court date in another state or can an attorney represent me?
Asked on May 11th, 2016 on DUI/DWI - California
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I was pulled over for a DUI and blew a .094 on the highway. I received a ticket going 11-15 mph over the speed limit. At the station, I blew a .082. I didn't eat anything the entire day because I attended my grandfather’s funeral. This is my first DUI. Can I represent myself and just plead guilty? Can I ask for a plea bargain myself?
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You need to hire a DUI specialist, and do it soon because you have only 10 days to save your license. A lawyer can appear for you without you present if the underlying charge is a misdemeanor.
Answered on Jun 03rd, 2016 at 6:23 PM
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You can handle it yourself if you want to, but I highly advise against that. The chances of getting a favorable outcome increase a LOT with a good DUI defense Attorney, likely saving you from consequences and saving you money and time overall (ie. from court fees, increased insurance premiums, etc.).
Answered on Jun 03rd, 2016 at 6:23 PM
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You need to check with the other states laws. If you're going to pay an attorney to show up, why not pay the attorney to fight it. A conviction is still a conviction. It will have in state DMV consequences and a .09/.08 is fightable.
Answered on Jun 03rd, 2016 at 9:53 AM