The 5 of the 7 Deadly DUI Sins

Everyone’s heard of the seven deadly sins — there’s even been a movie about them — but did you know there are also seven deadly sins you can commit when dealing with a DUI in Colorado?

THINKING A DUI IS NO BIG DEAL
A DUI conviction can affect you in every area of your life, and for the rest of your life if not handled properly. It’s a serious charge and a big deal.

THINKING ANY ATTORNEY WILL DO 
DUI defense is a complex and specialized field. It involves physical, mental, emotional, scientific, technical, and factual issues that are unique to each case. You should seek out the best, most qualified attorney whose primary speciality is in this area of law.

NOT REQUESTING AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING
You, the accused, literally have but a few days to request a hearing that will protect your driving privilege and license. If an attorney doesn’t tell you about this hearing, says it’s a waste of time, and/or predicts that you can’t win the hearing, that attorney is either trying to take legal shortcuts or is simply not competent to represent you.

HIRING THE CHEAPEST ATTORNEY 
We’ve all heard the old adage: You get what you pay for. With low-fee attorneys, it may seem like you’re paying less on the front-end, but there are unavoidable hidden fees on the back-end. Aim to fulfill the other adage: It’s wise advice not to look for bargains in brain surgery, parachutes, or DUI defense attorneys.

ACCEPTING A QUICK PLEA AGREEMENT
The first offer is never a deal. An attorney who takes the first offer is not representing your best interest. You’ll never get to argue your case or make the state prove its charges. It’s not legal defense if the attorney takes the first offer to settle your case.

The remaining 2 deadly sins of DUI can be found online here.