A DUI defense lawyer is a legal professional who specializes in DUI cases, defending individuals who have been charged with DUI. DUI stands for driving under the influence. A DUI case usually involves violations of traffic laws, unsafe driving behavior or criminal activity due to impairment by alcohol or drugs. Washington D.C. DUI lawyers are often called upon when someone has been accused of DUI and can help people who have been charged with DUI or related offenses.

 

DUI defense lawyers not only defend those who have been arrested for DUI, they also often represent defendants in DUI cases testing laws as well as helping to shape DUI law and litigation. Many DUI defense lawyers specialize in DUI cases at the trial court level as well as before appeals courts or DUI agencies. DUI defense lawyers may also help a person accused of DUI to understand the options available in these cases, including  plea bargains or jury trials. Lotze Mosley LLP are a criminal defense law firm in Washington D.C. who can handle your DUI case. Give them a call to see how they can help you.

 

A DUI offense usually results in harsh penalties for those convicted, including jail time, heavy fines, a DUI education course, DUI probation and other types of penalties. A Washington D.C. DUI defense lawyer can help to defend a person accused of DUI in court by using legal arguments regarding the individual's rights. DUI defense lawyers are often called upon when there has been an error made in administering or collecting evidence that could lead to the dismissal of charges against their client.