If you’re in court for a DWI (or other alcohol or drug-related crimes), you’re going to need to get a chemical health assessment, called a “Rule 25”. What is it?
Arrest
Why You Should Hire a Lawyer
A lawyer can help mitigate collateral consequences of criminal violations, including gun ownership issues, DANKA violations, drivers license revocations. A lawyer can bring the full knowledge of the law to bear in your defense, such as alternatives to jail and preserving issues for an appeal.
Your DWI and Your Immigration Status
If you get stopped for a DWI and you’re not a U.S. citizen, you need to know how your immigration status could be affected.
For some foreign nationals, a misdemeanor DWI may delay your ability to naturalize and become a U.S. citizen. For others, it may place you in immigration custody. If you are a foreign national, it is important to know the consequences of a DWI on your record as you navigate your way through the U.S.
From a Minor Traffic Stop to Jail: Cops Abuse Discretion
A minor traffic ticket can quickly escalate into a minor crime and then into a jail sentence if you don’t take care of it properly.