QUESTION
Should I plead guilty to a DUI at arraignment if no BAC evidence and I know it will be extreme?
Asked on Oct 23rd, 2013 on DUI/DWI - Michigan
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No blood at arraignment so Im charged with just DUI. If the prosecutor lets me why wouldn't I plead to that charge if I know the results will be extreme when they do come back.
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Michael J. Breczinski
Because you will lose all bargaining power. Unless they can charge you with a higher crime, it is not a good policy to plead guilty right away. Usually something can be worked out to a lesser charge or sentence.
Answered on Oct 25th, 2013 at 12:59 PM
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If you are a DUI lawyer or physician and can calculate your blood alcohol concentration accurately, and know that there are no possible defenses, no constitutional violations then maybe you should consider this written by Mark Twain, "a lawyer who represents himself, has a fool for a client." It seems to me that you should discuss your case with a DUI defense attorney before deciding to plead your self guilty.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2013 at 7:28 AM
That would be totally idiotic. You need to hire a DUI specialist before you do something you will regret.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2013 at 5:55 AM
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Consult with an attorney first who can review the facts of your case in detail.
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2013 at 6:06 PM
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Always plead not guilty at an arraignment.
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2013 at 5:15 PM