DUI Attorney Serving Clients Throughout Kentucky
If you or someone you love has been charged with a DUI in Kentucky, having an expert DUI lawyer is your best defense. In Covington, Kentucky, DUI Attorneys at Dickman Law Offices, P.S.C. knows the intricacies of Kentucky law and will investigate your case in order to present the best defense for you. Our lawyers know that a DUI can result in serious consequences and affect the rest of your life. Dickman Law will provide aggressive representation in negotiations with the prosecutors and throughout the trial process if necessary.
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Thorough Investigation of DUI Charges
Kentucky has some of the most aggressive DUI laws in the United States. Knowing the law and how to investigate each aspect is imperative in your defense of a DUI charge. Dickman Law will thoroughly investigate to determine:
- Was the basis for the initial traffic stop legal?
- Were proper police procedures followed?
- Was the sobriety testing administered in a valid manner?
- Were there conflicting results from field sobriety tests, blood tests and Breathalyzer tests?
- Had the Breathalyzer been maintained in proper order?
After determining the answers to these questions, along with others, Dickman Law will analyze the results, develop the best defense for your individual case, negotiate diligently for the optimum settlement, or present your case before judge and jury if your circumstances necessitate a trial.
Results of a Conviction
A drunk driving conviction, whether for DUI (driving under the influence), DWI (driving while intoxicated) or OVI (operating a vehicle while intoxicated) can result in severe penalties, including:
- Jail time
- Fine
- Revocation of driver’s license
- Suspension of driver’s license up to a lifetime suspension
- Increased insurance rates
- Required rehabilitation, including DUI classes
- Loss of work if you drive a company vehicle
The Best Outcome Results from a Lawyer Who Will Fight the DUI Charges for You
Dickman will be your aggressive advocate fighting against the prosecution and arguing the validity of the evidence presented. In some drunk driving cases, it may be plausible to negotiate a less serious charge of reckless driving; or possibly completing an alcohol treatment program in place of facing criminal charges. Our firm will also assist in recovering your driving privileges as quickly as possible.
Second and Third Offenses: Enhanced DUI Penalties
In the state of Kentucky, second and third DUI charges bring enhanced severity in penalties. Avoiding the first conviction is paramount for your future. If you are facing a subsequent charge, having the proper representation to handle your defense is imperative to a positive outcome for your case. Paul Dickman and the DUI team at his firm knows the consequences you may be facing, and they know each and every critical step to take in building your defense for all DUI charges brought against his clients.
Out-of-State Representation for Kentucky DUI Charges
If you were arrested for a DUI, but live outside of Kentucky, Dickman Law can handle your defense to give you the best hope of having your charges dismissed or reduced. You should always hire an attorney with the in-state knowledge of the legalities that your charge carries. Negotiating and fighting for your future is our firm’s focus in each case he handles.
Dickman Law Office, P.S.C. is located in Covington, Kentucky. If you were arrested for DUI, DWI, or OVI in Covington, Burlington or surrounding areas, contact a drunk driving attorney in Kentucky to receive the best outcome possible.
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Contact a Covington, Kentucky DUI Lawyer
If you’ve been charged with driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, call 1-800-611.PAUL or contact our Covington, Kentucky, offices for a free consultation with an experienced DUI attorney.