WILMINGTON, DELAWARE DUI LAWYERS
We are Wilmington, Delaware DUI Lawyers. From our Wilmington, Delaware offices in the Trolley Square neighborhood, our Driving Under the Influence defense team is well-positioned to help citizens who have been arrested for DUI anywhere in New Castle County, DE. Our offices are located at 1525 Delaware Avenue, Wilmington, DE 19806.
If you can’t make it in to see us, we can schedule a telephone conference to learn more about how we can help. Either way, if you have been charged with drunk-driving, driving under the influence, or impaired driving in the greater Wilmington, DE area, contact us for a free consultation with a qualified, experienced DUI lawyer today.
Our DUI practice is led by Attorney James M. “Matt” Stiller, Jr. Matt’s practice focus is DUI Defense. About 90% of the cases he accepts involve felony or misdemeanor DUI. Matt’s practice is narrowly focused but geographically diverse. He handles DUI defense cases in every county in the State of Delaware from Claymont to Bethany Beach. To learn more about Matt, please check out his Delaware DUI Defender website.
What are the keys to unlocking a good result in a Wilmington, Delaware DUI case?
The keys to a winning defense in a Wilmington, DE DUI case are the following:
First, you must select a Wilmington dui attorney who has a lot of knowledge and experience defending these types of cases. This is NOT an area of the law to dabble in. In other words, it would be unwise to hire an attorney who doesn’t make DUI defense the main focus of his or her practice. That attorney is unlikely to be able to obtain the knowledge of police procedures and DUI protocol that is needed to recognize when the police made mistakes.
Police mistakes = violated rights = evidence suppressed or excluded = success in DUI cases.
The second key to success in a DUI case is finding a lawyer who is passionate about defending you. When you speak to our DUI team, you will feel their passion for the law and for winning DUI prosecutions.
The third key to success is taking a global approach to the defense of the case. DUI arrests are more often the result of our client not being grounded at the time. Maybe you are having trouble in your marriage. Maybe you have had a death in the family.
Maybe you have just lost your job. We find that oftentimes, the DUI arrest is the symptom of other problems, and acknowledging the situation and asking help – help from our Wilmington, DE DUI team, help from professional counselors, help from family and friends – is part of starting down a path to a brighter tomorrow.
So, if you have been arrested for DUI in the greater Wilmington, Delaware area, please contact us for a free consultation today.
Questions to Ask DUI Attorneys Before Hiring
When consulting with a DUI defense lawyer, it’s important to ask the right questions to ensure they are qualified and a good fit for your case. Here are some questions to consider:
- What is your experience with DUI cases?
- How many DUI cases have you handled?
- What is your success rate in defending DUI cases?
- Do you have experience with cases similar to mine?
- How do you approach defending a DUI case?
- What are the potential defenses for my case?
- What are the possible outcomes of my case?
- What penalties am I facing if convicted?
- Can you explain the DUI laws and penalties in this state?
- What should I expect during the legal process?
- How long will it take to resolve my case?
- Will you handle my case personally or will it be assigned to another attorney?
- How will you keep me informed about the progress of my case?
- What are your fees and how are they structured?
- Do you offer a free initial consultation?
- Are there any additional costs I should be aware of?
- Can you help me understand the breathalyzer and field sobriety test results?
- Do you have experience challenging breathalyzer and field sobriety test results?
- What should I do if my driver’s license is suspended?
- Can you assist with the administrative hearing for my driver’s license suspension?
- What should I avoid doing while my case is pending?
- How will a DUI conviction impact my life, such as employment or insurance?
- Do you have experience negotiating plea bargains in DUI cases?
- What are my chances of having the charges reduced or dismissed?
- How should I prepare for court appearances?
These questions will help you gauge the lawyer’s expertise, approach, and suitability for your DUI defense needs.