If you have been charged with DUI for a second (or third, fourth or fifth, etc) time you must take the arraignment very seriously - obviously. In the vast majority of DUI cases the arraignment is very straight forward - you are advised of the charge(s) against you, advised of the penalties, advised of your rights, and enter a plea of not guilty. However, if you have been down this road before the consequences of the arraignment get a lot more serious. One example happened today with a client who has a pending DUI - then received another. Before you judge, she is an extraordinarly lovely lady with no criminal history otherwise but happened make a couple of mistakes. In any event the arraignment was very serious and she was taken into custody by the Judge. However, she came prepared and immediately bailed herself out (with the Order that she install an ignition interlock device in her car). She has a tough road ahead but with a positive attitude and the willingness to be proactive (and seek help) will undoubtedly help her, her case and probably the community. Be prepared every time you enter a court room!
For information on your Washington State DUI please contact our Snohomish County DUI attorneys, Whatcom County DUI attorneys, King County DUI attorneys, Island County DUI attorneys, or Skagit County DUI attorneys at 425-493-1115 or check out our website at http://www.washdui.com
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