Do You Need a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) Lawyer?

Every state has some sort of “drunk driving” statute. The term “drunk driving” is in quotes because the DUI laws in Alabama do not require that you be “drunk” or “intoxicated” to be guilty. All that is required is that your ability to safely operated a motor vehicle is impaired to any extent at all or that your blood alcohol content exceeds the limit (in Alabama it is .08%) Some states call it DWI (Driving While Intoxicated), but it refers to the same offense. The consequences of DUI differ drastically from state to state and are influenced by your age, blood alcohol content (BAC), whether you have been arrested for DUI in the past, whether children were in the vehicle, and whether you caused injury or death during the DUI.

A Baldwin County, Alabama DUI Lawyer can help…

Assess your legal situation. An experienced DUI Defense lawyer can help you understand what you are up against and the fines you may be required to pay. A DUI lawyer mostly deals with DUI matters and knows the process inside and out – including options that a public defender may not tell you. In addition, attorney J. Clark Stankoski offers a free consultation – which will help you better understand your rights, especially if you don’t understand the process. I have personally handled hundreds of DUI cases both as an Assistant District Attorney for five (5) years and as a criminal defense attorney for an additional ten (10) years. My fifteen (15) years of experience will be used to your advantage

Explain the consequences. The consequences of a DUI vary greatly from state to state and in Baldwin County they may differ from municipality to municipality. My law firm practices in the following state jurisdictions: Baldwin County, Mobile County and Southern District of Alabama; and the following municipalities: Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Elberta, Foley, Robertsdale, Fairhope, Daphne, Spanish Fort, Loxley, Bay Minette and Mobile. With my experience, I can better explain to you (1) harsher punishments for those arrested with BAC limits in excess of .08%, (2) special laws for underage drivers arrested for DUI and how they may be eligible for Youthful Offender treatment, (3) possible community service or plea bargaining, and (4) overlapping jurisdiction of Courts and Alabama’s Motor Vehicle licensing department to suspend or revoke your license.

Manage the process. Dealing with Alabama’s motor vehicle department can be frustrating and time consuming. My firm can manage the process for you by completing the required forms; making phone calls; scheduling and/or representing you at a Department of Public Safety suspension hearing, and making other necessary arrangements.

Represent you in court. An experienced DUI attorney, practicing in Baldwin County, Alabama, knows the ins and outs of the courtroom and may be able to obtain a lesser sentence or charge for your situation if it is available under current Alabama law.

Don’t’ know if Stankoski, LLP is right for you? Here are some general guidelines:

Definitely hire Stankoski, LLP if you have already had several DUI’s and you have been charged with another; or if your DUI arrest was the result of an accident or if anyone was injured; or if you are a professional driver whose livelihood depends on keeping your license; or if this is your first DUI offense and you wish to keep this charge off your record – if available, or if you want an experienced attorney to fight for you no matter what.

Definitely hire Stankoski, LLP if you’ve been arrested for a second DUI (in the same or another state) or were arrested with a BAC over double the limit (.16%) as harsher penalties may apply, or if you have companion charges of Possession of Marijuana or Drug Paraphernalia.

Definitely hire Stankoski, LLP if you don’t understand your rights or Alabama’s DUI laws, what you need to do, or the consequences you face. You also need representation of Stankoski, LLP if you are in a profession (or plan to be) that requires bonding or in which any criminal conviction might prevent you from getting or keeping a professional license. If you don’t know the requirements, then you need expert advice before handling the case yourself.

Definitely hire Stankoski, LLP if you are a high school student, college student, nursing student, pharmacy student, medical student, sales representative (or plan to be) or if you work at a company where you may be terminated for being found guilty of DUI.

If you have been charged with a DUI in Baldwin County, Alabama, consult with J. Clark Stankoski of Stankoski, LLP TODAY. YOUR LICENSE IS AT STAKE.

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Stankoski, L.L.P.
8335 Gayfer Road Extension
Baldwin County, AL 36532

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(251) 928-0123

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(251) 591-8728

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(251) 929-1000

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clarkstankoski@mac.com

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www.stankoskillp.com

D. Robert Stankoski, Jr. and J. Clark Stankoski opened their law firm in April 1997 in downtown Fairhope, Alabama. It was their vision to represent individuals and small businesses because they felt compelled to represent clients whose interests were similar to theirs. The law firm expanded into criminal defense (J. Clark Stankoski) and divorce (D. Robert Stankoski) with an emphasis on litigation.

Today, along with associate Joshua P. Myrick, Stankoski, LLP represents clients in a wide array of problems in all jurisdictions in Baldwin and Mobile Counties. Call or email to make an appointment to discuss your particular problem with our attorneys.