Reader’s Question:

My cousin was charged with DUI here in Kentucky. I know a lot of lawyers around and we are considering hiring one for her to represent her in court. I was told that DUI is not a simple case and we have to hire a DUI lawyer not just a general practitioner. Why does she need a DUI lawyer?

Kevin

Lexington-Fayette, KY

Finding a good Kentucky lawyer in cases of driving under the influence is a very daunting task. There are a lot of inexperienced, incompetent and even unethical lawyers. That is one of the reasons why you should hire an expert on the matter of DUI cases to defend your cousin in her case.

The defenses required in DUI cases require technical knowledge. It is actually a highly specialized field of law. You must ask the lawyer if he specializes only in this field or if he handles other aspects or criminal or civil law.

The lawyer should also know witnesses who are technical experts in police procedures or in breath and blood analysis. A good DUI lawyer can ask the laboratory if they can analyze blood samples again for evidence.

The prosecutor should be able to give a lot of evidence at each stage in a DUI case. The three stages include stopping, detention and arrest. If the lawyer lacks evidence in any of the stages, all other evidence he will present will not be recognized. Also, knowledge of the practices of an experienced DUI lawyer can save your cousin a great deal of money and effort.

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