Reader’s Question:

I feel like there is no really use for me to fight for my DUI charge here in Fayette, Kentucky because I know they have a very strong case against me. Is it true that my DUI charge may be as good as automatic conviction?

Finn

Fayette, KY

Even in this modern times, the old adage “innocent until proven guilty” still holds true. So don’t lose hope for you can still fight your way out of your DUI charge in Fayette, Kentucky. The police and the prosecution have the ultimate constitutional burden to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt; you don’t have to prove your innocence.

In a DUI case, the prosecution is obligated, among other things, to supply the defense with every relevant document and all relevant information in the State’s possession (State Agencies, Police and State Employees) related to the DUI charge. This is commonly referred to “discovery.” The Court should see to it that you are given a fair and speedy trial consistent with the US and Kentucky Constitutions. These are just several important constitutional safeguards which, if neglected by the State, may provide defense issues.

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Reader’s Question:

I’m trying to find a good DUI lawyer here in Louisville, Kentucky who would help me in my DUI case and I am starting my search over the internet. Could you tell me the things that I should be careful about in finding a lawyer online?

Blake

Louisville, KY

If you are trying to find a DUI lawyer online to represent you on your DUI case in Louisville, Kentucky, first of all, you have to be careful about those bogus referral websites. There are those lawyer referral websites all over the internet which are set up to create the impression that just because a DUI lawyer is affiliated with them, they must be really good or the best. Be careful about that because many of these companies contact every DUI lawyer that they can and whoever pays them gets the link or the site.

If a particular website is claiming to be an “association” or other fancy sounding title, you have to think who accredits that website or firm as an association. If the answer is not readily apparent from that website, you could be on to something. If you are in doubt, you can contact the State Bar and you could ask if they sanction or recognize the association claimed in that particular website.

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