DUI Defense Attorneys in Summerville and Charleston

Practical Defense Strategies for DUI and Traffic Tickets

Did you know? If your driver's license is suspended in South Carolina and you move to Georgia, the license suspension can follow you.

A DUI arrest is not something to ignore. At the very least, you should consult an experienced DUI defense lawyer to learn about your legal options and the consequences of a conviction before you decide what to do.

The same can be said about serious traffic violations. A knowledgeable lawyer can negotiate a point reduction to keep points from accumulating on your driving record and may be able to negotiate a payment plan for any traffic violation fines.

The South Carolina law firm of Query Sautter Price & Forsythe LLC has offices in Charleston and Summerville. DUI defense is a major focus of our criminal defense practice. We have a team of lawyers with extensive criminal defense experience, including complex crimes like repeat offender DUI cases, hit and run DUIs, and DUI accidents resulting in loss of life. Learn more about us and our philosophies on our Firm Overview page.

Why Hire a Lawyer to Fight a DUI?

Many of us know someone who successfully fought a traffic ticket without a lawyer's help? If you have just suffered through a DUI arrest, you may have the same question. Why do I need an attorney to fight the DUI? The specific answer is different in every case because every person's circumstances are different. Nevertheless, here are some of the most important reasons to hire a DUI defense lawyer to help you after a drunk-driving arrest:

• South Carolina has strict DUI laws and a zero-tolerance policy
• If you refuse the Breathalyzer test, the police your driver's license may be automatically suspended
• A lawyer can help you get a hardship license, called a Temporary Alcohol Restricted License (TARL) so you can drive to work or school
• Legal fees are likely to be lower than the financial cost of a DUI conviction, which may include court fees, fines, driver's license reinstatement fees, required participation in a $500 alcohol and drug safety action program, $2,000 fees for drug or alcohol testing
• Specialized insurance at higher rates via the state's SR-22 insurance program, because private insurance companies will not insure a convicted drunk driver

Contact Query Sautter Price & Forsythe LLC for Help After a DUI Arrest

For additional information about our practice, or to discuss how our DUI defense attorneys can help you, please schedule a free confidential consultation with one of our experienced attorneys by calling us in Charleston at 843-795-9500 or in Summerville at 843-821-3000. You can also reach us by filling out our intake form. Deal with a DUI arrest now to best protect your future.

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