On a night not too different from any other, you are enjoying the first part of March Madness’ Elite Eight. Right after the game ends, you start driving back to your home in Arlington Heights.
You live just fifteen minutes away from the bar hosting the game. Right after, you are no more than three minutes from your home, you see a police car slowly begin to follow you.
No more than a minute later, the police car turns on its siren, forcing you to stop. And, within the next few minutes, you are charged with a DUI due to the results of a field sobriety test.
Going over the three things you must do if you get a DUI during March Madness’ Elite Eight and speaking with an Arlington Heights DUI defense attorney will help you obtain the best possible legal outcome.
01: Contact An Attorney
If you get a DUI during March Madness’ Elite Eight, you must first contact an attorney who can help you obtain the verdict you deserve.
Right after you contact your attorney, they will ask about your case. Tell them everything they ask. This includes how much you had to drink, where you were stopped, and other relevant facts.
For example, if you were asked to perform a field sobriety test, you must tell your attorney about it. They may discover that it was administered incorrectly, putting the results in question.
Every piece of information you give your attorney will help you obtain the outcome that you are looking for. As such, share everything your attorney asks, even if you aren’t sure if it will help your case.
02: Refuse To Say Anything More To The Police
You may be asked to discuss the situation with the police. Even if they appear friendly and cordial, it is of the utmost importance that you decline.
Everything you say can and will be used against you. This includes even the most benign comments. And as such, the best thing for you to do is to stay silent.
If you do need to speak to the police – or any other party – you must do so with the assistance of your attorney. They will help you say the right things and help you avoid the things that you should not say.
03: Abide The Terms Of Your DUI Charge
The terms of your DUI charge will encompass court dates, as well as a number of restrictions you may need to abide by.
For example, if you have a court hearing on May 15th, you must go to that court hearing. You must do so with your attorney, who will be there to guide you throughout the process.
If you abide by the terms created by your DUI charge, you will have a better chance of obtaining the verdict you are looking for. And, if you don’t, it will be harder for you to get the verdict you want.
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If you need representation for a DUI charge, Glasgow & Olsson is uniquely qualified to help you.
Thomas Glasgow has lectured statewide on DUI practice and law for the Illinois Institute of Continuing Legal Education. He is recognized as an authority in this area of law, and in addition to lecturing, he also writes for the statewide DUI manual. Due to his expertise, Attorney Glasgow is regularly featured on popular radio and news outlets, including ABC, CNN, NBC, CBS, and Fox News.
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