The ABCs Of DUI Defense: A guide for those arrested
by James Farragher Campbell, ESQ.

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INTRODUCTION

If you have been arrested for the first time for DUI (Driving Under the Influence), then this book is intended for you.

In truth, nothing can really prepare you for what you are about to experience because no matter how many times I’ve gone to criminal court it is never the same twice. There are, however, some constants which can guide you. Armed with this knowledge, you may be better-prepared to cope with potential difficulties and you will also be in a better position to assist the lawyer you retain in defending your case.

Please remember that this is not intended as a legal text on the law of DUI, criminal procedure, or a mini-primer on defending a DUI case. It will not explain all the procedures that may occur in your case. It is intended as a guide for you to understand the basic operations and procedures that you are likely to encounter in the court system. Also, keep in mind that most good lawyers are good because they will be as flexible and creative as possible within the bounds of the law. Therefore, no hard and fast principles that can be explained in detail will be found applicable in all DUI cases.

As you probably already know, there is a lot of information available to you on the Internet. In fact, that is probably how you came to order this book. Anyone arrested for DUI can obtain a wealth of information to assist them in understanding their case and in selecting defense counsel. Indeed, the average person today can make a much more informed decision on their case and on the lawyer they want to retain due to the information available on the Internet.

One major caveat should be noted: Information is not knowledge! While a great deal of information is available on the Internet, keep in mind that the “information highway” is, like any other highway, an expedient way of getting to a destination but never the destination itself.

Similarly, while this book endeavors to alert you to the legal basics of DUI defense, it is not a substitute for the legal advice of competent counsel. It is my hope that this book will help you understand the nature of a DUI charge and the options available to you as you exercise your Constitutional rights to a competent attorney and a fair trial. next >>