A Missouri DUI/DWI Defense Lawyer
Over the past decade, there has been a major push to curb incidents of drunk driving. Missouri police and prosecutors are actively cracking down on drunk drivers. The legislature has issued tough laws against drunk driving that carry severe penalties.
If you have been arrested for DUI/DWI in Missouri, do not make the mistake of assuming that drunk driving is just a minor charge. The penalties for drunk driving may include jail time, probation, court ordered alcohol treatment, monetary fines, community service and a driver's license suspension. If you are convicted of drunk driving, you will have a criminal record that could cost you your job or limit your future employment opportunities.
Because the penalties increase with each subsequent DUI/DWI offense, it is critical to fight every drunk driving charge aggressively. If you have been charged with a DUI/DWI in Missouri, contact The Hammer Law Firm in Clayton, Missouri. Whether this is your first offense or your third, fourth or subsequent offense, we can help.
Yes, a Vigorous Defense is Possible
Many people think that if they blew a .08 or higher, they have no option but to plead guilty. After all, what defense could they raise?
An experienced defense attorney can raise many defenses in these cases. As a former prosecutor, attorney Mark A. Hammer can provide a vigorous defense on your behalf. Even in cases where the state has strong evidence to support a conviction, he can attempt to negotiate on your behalf for a plea agreement that may limit your exposure to criminal penalties and adverse collateral consequences.
As your attorney, Mr. Hammer will conduct a thorough discovery to determine if your rights have been violated and to determine if the state has a valid case. He will ask critical questions of the prosecution such as:
- Did the officer lawfully stop your vehicle?
- Did the officer properly conduct the field sobriety test?
- Did the officer have sufficient cause to make an arrest?
- Have your constitutional rights been violated?
At our firm, we pride ourselves on our ability to find solutions to difficult legal challenges.
Contact Us
If you have been charged with drunk driving and need to speak with an attorney, we are privileged to offer a free consultation. We represent clients in the St. Louis metro area and throughout the state of Missouri. To contact our firm, call 314-266-7821, or contact us by e-mail.
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