Skagit County DUI Attorney: City of Burlington DUI Procedures

The following information is directly from the City of Burlington website

City of Burlington

http://www.ci.burlington.wa.us/page.asp_Q_directoryid_E_149_A_navigationid=149

Note:  Interestingly there is no information in the Burlington Court directory about talking to a Defense attorney prior to testifying.  So, let me add, if the Defense attorney wants to talk to you prior to trial, you must!!

Testifying in Court

• A subpoena to testify is a court order and you must attend. Children should not be brought to court unless included on a subpoena.
• You do not have to discuss this case with anyone unless you want to. If you're not sure about who is speaking to you, contact the Prosecuting Attorney's Office at 360-755-9473.
• Review the case in your mind a day or two before the court date. This will help you to recall details you may have forgotten.
• Dress appropriately for court. No shorts, tank tops, or clothing with offensive language or designs. After entering the courtroom, present your subpoena to the Prosecuting Attorney.
• When called to testify, tell the truth as best you can. Take your time. Remember to breathe deeply to help relax.
• Listen carefully to each question and wait until the question is finished before giving an answer.
• Only answer the question asked of you. Do not volunteer information.
• If the question requires a "yes" or "no" answer and you want to say more,  answer the question "yes" or "no" and ask if you may explain.
• Speak loudly and clearly.
• If you do not understand a question, it is all right to ask that the question be repeated or clarified.
• If you do not know an answer, say so. If you do not remember, say you don't remember.
• Do not guess if you're not sure unless you're asked to give an estimate.
• When answering a question, if you hear an attorney say "objection", do not continue or answer until told to do so.
• If you make mistakes in answering, correct yourself as soon as you realize your mistake.
• Do not lose your temper, even if you feel angered by the questions; do not argue with the attorney.
• After being excused from the stand, do not discuss the case in halls, restrooms or anywhere you could be overheard.
• Remember that your behavior out of the courtroom is as important as your behavior in the courtroom.

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