A How-to Guide to Aggravated DUI Law

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A How-to Guide to Aggravated DUI Law
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Introduction

• Being charged with an aggravated DUI can have
  significant consequences for ones life. For
  example, approximately 81 of individuals are
  eventually convicted, while 14 plead guilty to a
  lesser offense. Of these, approximately 5
  results in charges being dropped or acquittal.
  Despite these troubling facts, there is hope.
  Various aggravated DUI lawyers are available all
  over the United States to help simplify the
  process. The following guide will help one decide
  on the next steps.

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Table of contents

• What is an Aggravated DUI?
• Choosing the Right Aggravated DUI Attorney
• Cost of an Aggravated DUI Attorney

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What is an Aggravated DUI?

• Aggravated DUIs result from operating a vehicle
  with an extremely high blood alcohol content
  (BAC), having multiple prior DUI convictions,
  causing serious injury or property damage, as
  well as driving with BAC of 0.08 or more with a
  minor child in the vehicle. It also includes
  driving a school bus while impaired or driving
  intoxicated in a school zone. In addition,
  driving with a commercial license while under the
  influence can also result in an aggravated DUI
  case.

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• In many US states, aggravated DUIs are
  considered felony offences, as opposed to less
  serious misdemeanor charges. In others, the
  charge may be slightly less serious.

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• Penalties for aggravated DUIs can be much more
  severe than regular drunk driving offenses,
  including incarceration, substantial fines,
  community service, substantial probation terms,
  substance abuse assessment and/or treatment, loss
  of license, vehicle confiscation, and mandatory
  installation of ignition interlock devices.
• In many cases, there may be mandatory sentencing,
  with penalties ranging from 10 to 60 days of
  incarceration for certain DUIs. More severe
  cases will result in more severe penalties.

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Choosing the Right Aggravated DUI Attorney

• Choosing the perfect aggravated DUI attorney does
  not have to be a complicated process. A skilled
  aggravated DUI attorney will skillfully and
  vehemently defend ones rights in court, ensure
  that one receives a fair and speedy trial, and
  uphold justice.

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• The first step to finding the right aggravated
  DUI attorney is to browse through online review
  sites, such as the Better Business Bureau (BBB),
  and Google reviews.
• Secondly, asking friends, family, and coworkers
  for recommendations can also be a great way to
  find the perfect lawyer. In addition, it is
  possible to ask other professionals, such as
  attorneys in different law areas.

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• Browsing through attorney websites, along with
  client testimonials can also be quite beneficial.
  Asking for client referrals is another option.
  Clients should ask themselves if they would
  prefer large firms with many attorneys, or a
  small firm with more individualized attention.
  Small firms have the added benefit of giving
  cases increased attention and ensuring that it
  will not be lost and overlooked. Small firms
  often charge less than large firms.

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• It is important to do research and try to select
  a lawyer with expertise in aggravated DUI law. It
  can be helpful to make a list on Microsoft Excel,
  with names, area of specialty, phone number and
  address, as well as a column for cost.

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• Next, it is imperative to ask the selected
  aggravated DUI attorney a series of questions.
  How many years have they been practicing law?
  What is their educational background and
  licensing? Do they have experience in aggravated
  DUI law? What is their track record? A phone call
  or a face-to-face meeting is recommended. This
  will allow one to see if the attorney is a good
  fit. Do they answer questions openly and
  honestly, without hesitation?

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• Finally, check individual State Bar website to
  see if the chosen attorney has been subject to
  disciplinary actions or has a history of
  malpractice. Ensure that they are licensed to
  practice law in ones state as well.

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Cost of an Aggravated DUI Attorney

• The costs associated with an aggravated DUI
  attorney vary and depend on a variety of factors,
  including complexity of the case, geographical
  location, size of firm, and experience of the
  attorney. Attorneys in larger metropolitan areas
  will often cost more than those practicing in
  small towns and rural areas.

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• In many states, the average cost of an aggravated
  DUI is now approximately 7,100 USD, and ranges
  from 5,000 to , 9000 USD. Average attorneys
  fees cost 2,100 USD.

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• Cases with high BAC cost most, with an average of
  7,900 USD, followed by accidental collision at
  7,600 USD. Individuals with prior offenses
  should expect to pay approximately 7,000 USD,
  while refusing a breathalyzer test will result in
  a cost of approximately 6,800 USD.
• The aggravated DUI process ranges from four to
  twelve months, with an average of 7.3 months.

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• Accidental collisions will result in the longest
  cases at 10.5 months, followed by high BAC at
  approximately 7.2 months. Those with prior
  offences should expect to spend approximately 6.9
  months on their case, while test refusal results
  in an8.7-month long process.

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• Obtaining an aggravated DUI can be a costly and
  complicated process. However, an experienced
  aggravated Dui attorney can help one reach a
  resolution quickly and easily. Do not hesitate to
  contact one today.

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Contact details

• Kellis Law Firm
• Phone [phone]
• Address Two Penn Center Plaza
• 1500 John F. Kennedy Blvd. Suite 900
• Philadelphia, PA 19102
• Email steven_at_kellislaw.com
• Website https//www.pennsylvania-dui-lawyer.com/c
  ontact-us/