Snohomish County DUI Defense Attorney

Common DUI Questions

Do I need a DUI attorney if I have been charged with drunk driving?

It is definitely in your best interests to speak with an Snohomish DUI lawyer at Baker, Lewis, Schwisow, & Laws, PLLC as soon as you can after you have been arrested for drunk driving. If you are at all unfamiliar with the Washington legal system and penal code, you could find it very difficult to protect your rights and defend yourself in a court of law. With the help of an experienced attorney who has successfully defended numerous individuals, you could greatly enhance your chances of receiving a desirable outcome.

What does BAC stand for?

BAC stands for blood alcohol concentration. If your BAC is over .08% and you are operating a motor vehicle, you are considered by state law to be intoxicated and you will be arrested for DUI. If you are under the age of 21, you can be arrested for underage DUI if your BAC is .02% or over.

Can a field sobriety test accurately determine impairment?

Field sobriety tests are simply physical tests that measure your agility. The tests are not scientific and are subjectively judged by the law enforcement officer. Though a person can fail a field sobriety test in a number of ways that are not related to alcohol impairment, the police officer will use one or more of these tests to collect evidence against you. If the officer believes you are impaired due to your performance on a field sobriety tests, you can be arrested and charged with DUI.

What will happen to my license?

After you have been arrested for drunk driving, you have only 20 days from the date of your arrest in which to schedule a hearing with the Department of Licensing (DOL). This administrative hearing will determine the future of your driving privileges. Depending upon your situation, your license could be revoked or suspended. Your DUI lawyer can also defend you in your DOL hearing. If you have been charged with DUI and you want to do everything you can to protect your license, you should speak immediately with a DUI defense attorney. If you let the 20 days lapse, your license will be automatically suspended or revoked.

Which areas can your firm help me with?

The DUI attorneys at Baker, Lewis, Schwisow, & Laws, PLLC can offer experienced counsel and representation in the following areas:

Contact a Lynnwood DUI Defense Attorney at Baker, Lewis, Schwisow & Laws, PLLC today if you have been charged with drunk driving in Snohomish County.