Utica, NY DWI and DUI Law Firms & Lawyers

I am an attorney who exclusively handles DUI cases, I think it is a good idea to hire an attorney, the law is complicated, the evidence isnt always as solid as it appears and mis-steps can result in greater penalties, like higher fines, longer sentences, jail instead of sentencing alternatives, longer license suspensions, more expensive insurance rates and, in some cases, additional charges. The appointed attorney will do their best for you in court but may not have the experience or training to know the science of chemical testing and rarely do they understand how a court resolution will affect the DMV and your driving privilege. You should consult a local DUI attorney to discuss the facts of your case, the defenses that may be applicable and the possible outcomes. Many DUI attorneys are less expensive than you think and offer payment plans or will otherwise work with you if they think they can help you.

The maximum jail time for a DWI misdemeanor is 1 year. If he has been in jail on this case only and no other case, he should be freed. You might try contacting the local district attorney and ask them to do something about it; you might try to send a letter to the Court in which he was sentenced as well.