Facing a DUI charge can be disorienting, and choosing the right attorney often determines whether your case ends in dismissal, reduced charges, or conviction. The questions below help you compare lawyers and hire with confidence.
1. How much of your practice is DUI defense?
DUI law moves quickly and has its own deadlines, science, and procedures. Ask how often the attorney handles DUI cases in the county where you were charged, and whether they are comfortable taking a case to trial if that is what your defense requires.
2. What are the deadlines in my case — and have any passed?
A DUI arrest can trigger a separate license-suspension deadline that runs within days, independent of the criminal case. A good attorney will flag those dates immediately and explain what has to happen to protect your license.
3. How do you charge, and what is included?
Ask whether the fee is flat or hourly, what it covers, and whether payment plans are available. At VanWa Legal we quote a flat fee up front so you know the full cost before you hire us.
4. What are the likely outcomes in a case like mine?
No honest lawyer can promise a result, but an experienced one can walk you through the realistic range of outcomes, the defenses that may apply, and how the evidence in your case affects each option.
Have a DUI question that isn't answered here? Call us for a free consultation and we'll give you a straight answer about where you stand.
