Educating Clients About Drunk Driving Charges
Our principal attorney at The Bellinger Law Office knows that a DUI/DWI charge can be both frightening and confusing. You don't know what your rights are; you don't know what penalties you may be facing. That's why it's important to contact a defense lawyer right away if you've been charged with drunk driving.
Don't Wait. Call The Bellinger Law Office in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
How you respond to law enforcement during a traffic stop can determine the outcome of your DUI/DWI case. Although we advise you to cooperate with the police officer's instructions, it's just as important to answer no questions and volunteer no information until you've spoken with legal counsel. We can help you at any time, so be sure you exercise your right to have an attorney. Contact The Bellinger Law Office toll-free at 888-339-0924.
You Have Rights. Protect Them.
Remember your rights if you're arrested for any type of drunk driving offense such as operating while impaired (OVWI)/OVI), driving under the influence (DUI), driving while intoxicated (DWI) or other charges, including vehicular manslaughter or property damage. When you're arrested, you have the right to:
- Not incriminate yourself (right to remain silent)
- Be free from unreasonable search and seizure
- Have an attorney
- Be advised of your rights (also known as the Miranda warning)
A caveat: in Indiana the right to an attorney does not extend to the breathalyzer test. If you refuse to take the test, you face an automatic suspension of your driver's license.
Consequences of a DUI/DWI Conviction
A DUI conviction has many negative consequences, including loss of your driver's license, cancellation of your auto insurance or jail time. The cost of hiring an attorney to protect you is far less than the long-term cost of a drunk driving conviction.
Contact Our Fort Wayne Law Firm
Exercise your right to a lawyer. Call The Bellinger Law Office toll-free at 888-339-0924 if you are arrested for a DWI, DUI, OVWI or OVI.
