What to do if I was recently charged with a DUI?
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What to do if I was recently charged with a DUI?
I was initially stopped for turning into the far lane when making a right onto a 2- lane street. I was told to get out and preform a filed sobriety test. After, the officer asked me to take a breathalyzer test, which I refused. However, when we reached the station, I completed the test and blew a .147. The police officer did mention that I signaled and wasn’t speeding. The charges were a DUI, illegal right turn and refusal of a breathalyzer. What at the chances that the charge could be reduced?
Asked on April 1, 2013 under Criminal Law, Kansas
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Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Given the facts that you have written about there seems that if the matter is taken to trial by the district attorney's office that there is a very good chance that you will be convicted of all charges. With that in mind, you should consult with a criminal defense attorney to see what can be done to get a plea bargain offer that you could life with. The chances that you might be given a reduced charge in a plea are 50/50 based upon my experience in such matter.
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