Judicial Stages of a DUI / DWI Defense
The Defense of a Criminal case can be complex and confusing to the accused. At the Law Office of Galison & Galison we provide a Free Consultation where the various stages of a criminal prosecution will be explained to you. During this meeting, your rights and defenses to a criminal charge will be discussed in detail. Often times, these discussions include the following:
- » Your rights during the initial arrest process.
- » How the arraignment will be conducted, and the purpose of bail.
- » Eligibility for a Hardship Hearing if your driver’s license is suspended pending prosecution.
- » Preparation for the Department of Motor Vehicles Refusal Hearing if a chemical test of your blood, breath or urine was alleged by the police.
- » Plea bargaining guidelines and the decision on whether or not to go to trial.
- » Discovery demands and the time frames in which they are due.
- » Pre-Trial motions, hearings and the related issues.
- » The use of experts and private investigators when necessary.
- » Pre-Trial preparation and trial.
- » Possible consequences of a D.W.I. conviction or plea.
During the discussions outlined above, we will address any questions and concerns that you may have. These discussions will focus on your case specific circumstances. It is only after being fully informed of the above that you will be in a position to make an educated decision about how to proceed with your case.
