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Did you know that driving under the influence (DUI)<\/a> is an offense under Florida law?<\/p>\n

The state defines a DUI as driving with impaired normal faculties or an unlawful blood alcohol\/breath alcohol of .08 or higher. If a police officer finds that you meet the qualifications for\u00a0a DUI<\/a>, you could face a range of penalties, including hefty fines, community service, probation, or even imprisonment.<\/p>\n

A Florida DUI attorney can\u00a0help you navigate these charges and fight for your rights. Before you hire one, it’s important to make sure they’re the right fit for you. Today, we’re sharing the top five questions to ask your prospective lawyer before moving forward.<\/p>\n

1. Do You Focus on DUI Cases?<\/h2>\n

When it comes to legal representation for your DUI case, not all lawyers are created equal. You need a team that specifically focuses on criminal and non-criminal traffic offenses. In addition, they should have worked\u00a0for a long period of time in your local area.<\/p>\n

While everyone has to start somewhere, you don’t want a brand-new lawyer\u00a0helping you through your serious DUI offense. You also don’t want to work with someone who is unfamiliar with the way your\u00a0state laws<\/a>\u00a0work or hasn’t interfaced with local prosecutors and judges.<\/p>\n

Even if you find a team that seems to check all of the right boxes, they might not have the experience or qualifications required to help you. For instance, a family lawyer or a business lawyer might be highly certified in their respective focus areas, but unless they\u00a0also\u00a0<\/em>work on DUI cases, they aren’t the right partner for you.<\/p>\n

En\u00a0RHINO Lawyers<\/strong>,\u00a0criminal defense<\/a>\u00a0is one of our top specialties. In addition to DUIs, we also help our clients handle a range of other traffic-related criminal offenses, from driving while license suspended (DWLS) and reckless driving to drug possession, drag racing, and unlawful tag charges.<\/p>\n

2.\u00a0What Is Your Most Common DUI Case Outcome?<\/h2>\n

It’s helpful to ask a potential DUI attorney to explain how many of their cases go to a DUI jury trial. You can also inquire about how often their clients plead guilty. However, it can be even more<\/em>\u00a0enlightening to ask how many of their charges are dropped altogether.<\/p>\n

A reputable attorney should be able to clearly state the number of dropped cases they’ve handled. While you don’t necessarily have to hire a lawyer\u00a0with a perfect record, this can be a great indicator of the team’s tenacity and drive.<\/p>\n

That said,\u00a0be wary of any attorney who claims they’ve helped\u00a0all<\/em>\u00a0of their clients avoid legal consequences. In most cases, this is an unrealistic claim and could be a red flag. When it comes to defending a DUI case, there are never any lock-tight guarantees, and a team that promises you the moon is one to avoid.<\/p>\n

Instead, you simply need a lawyer who will work as hard as they can to help you achieve the best possible outcome. Ask them what they can do for your case and the different services they will provide.<\/p>\n

3. How Will We Work Together?<\/h2>\n

Establishing a\u00a0solid DUI defense requires clear and constant communication. From the very beginning, you need to\u00a0understand how you will reach your lawyer and the ways they can contact you. You should be confident that they’ll be easy to locate and willing to answer questions any time they arise.<\/p>\n

Some attorneys prefer email while others work mostly in phone calls. Be sure to write down their office hours and the steps to take if you need to initiate after-hours contact. It’s also helpful to ask if the person you speak to during your initial consultation will be the one handling the case.<\/p>\n

4.\u00a0What Is Your Typical Approach?<\/h2>\n

The second-best outcome to getting your\u00a0DUI charges<\/a>\u00a0dropped altogether is taking your case to trial. In court, you can work through the details of the offense. In the light of enough evidence, prosecutors will often reduce the charges you face.<\/p>\n

Knowing this, ask each DUI attorney to explain how they’ll help build your case. The most common strategy is to build reasonable doubt around your arrest. They can achieve this in a number of different ways, including:<\/p>\n