DUI lawyers in Kentucky are often asked, “What can a DUI attorney do for me that I can’t do for myself?” My name is John Schmidt, and after more than 25 years of experience as a DUI and criminal defense attorney based in Shepherdsville, I can tell you there is a lot I can accomplish as your attorney that you cannot achieve on your own.
It might interest you to know the United States Department of Justice has published several different studies that clearly document the answers to the question of “What can a DUI attorney do for me?” including:
– You are less likely to be convicted
– You are less likely to receive jail time
– You are likely to spend less time in jail or prison (shorter prison sentences when represented by a lawyer compared to self-representation)
Everything, literally every word you say, can and will be used against you. You have the right to remain silent and request an attorney’s representation. Do not speak with law enforcement or answer questions. Ask to talk with your attorney and call me at (502) 509-1490.
My name is John Schmidt, and after more than 25 years of experience as a DUI and criminal defense attorney based in Shepherdsville, my depth of experience allows me to quickly analyze every aspect of your case, and to know what action to take and with whom. If this is your first DUI, there are a lot of options we can bring to the table to reduce the impact of the charges you face, the length of your driver’s license suspension, or seek an acquittal.
“What can a DUI attorney do for me that I can’t do for myself?” A recent case of ours here in the Louisville area highlights the need for an attorney. I learned that the officer administering the test on my client was not properly certified (his certification had expired). This meant an immediate dismissal of the charges against my client. That officer had tested dozens and dozens of other DUI suspects before the discovery of the certification issue. The prosecutor was under no obligation to tell those who chose to represent themselves about the problems with the officer’s certification, let alone dismiss their cases. They would have achieved a much better outcome if they had also hired the Law Offices of John Schmidt & Associates, like our client.
You are probably very concerned about your record, your driving privileges, as well as the consequences you will face as a result of the DUI. A first offense DUI can result in a $200 to $500 fine, anywhere from 2 to 30 days in jail, a 30 to 120 day suspension of your driver’s license, and up to 30 days of community service. If this is your second or subsequent DUI within 5 years, the consequences in your case are significantly increased.
If your DUI case involves “aggravating circumstances,” the consequences will be much harsher, especially in terms of jail time. Aggravating circumstances include having a child less than 12 years of age in the vehicle while under the influence, refusal to test, driving more than 30 miles per hour above the posted speed limit, any accident resulting in serious injury or loss of life, a BAC higher than .15 within 2 hours of driving, or driving the wrong way on a “limited access highway.”
You need sound counsel. You need an attorney to protect your rights and interests and work diligently to reduce the charges you may face and the consequences associated with those charges. We invite you to contact us via e-mail, schedule an appointment or call us today at (502) 509-1490 to get the advice and aggressive criminal defense you need and deserve. At the Law Offices of John Schmidt & Associates we bring more than 25 years of experience to your side of the equation, manage the situation you face and the allegations against you, and work hard to achieve a much better outcome in your case than you can or will accomplish on your own.
