What Information Does A Rochester Area DWI Lawyer Need When First Meeting A Client?

As experienced Rochester DWI lawyers, we understand that most people arrested for Driving While Intoxicated are not familiar with the legal system and do not know where to start.

Generally, we have found that our first meeting with a potential client goes much more smoothly if the client is prepared to provide the following information.

First, the client should bring any tickets and supporting documents from the police or the court to the meeting so that the DWI attorney can review them.

A lawyer can obtain the answers to many questions and will better understand the case by reviewing these documents.

Second, in addition to the information on these documents, it is usually helpful for a client to be prepared to answer the following questions at the first meeting:

1. Where was the client driving to and from?
2. How much did the client drink and over what time period?
3. How long before being pulled over did the client stop drinking?
4. Did the arresting officer give a reason for the stop?
5. Did the client perform any field sobriety tests?
6. Does the client have any physical problems that would make these tests difficult?
7. Was the client taking any medication?
8. Did the officer have the client blow into a hand-held alcohol tester?
9. Does the client have any criminal record or prior alcohol-related arrests?
10. Does the client charged with DWI need a driver’s license for work, school or medical treatment?
11. Does the client have any alternative means of transportation besides driving?

If you are ever in the position of having to hire a DWI attorney, remember that you should be completely honest with your lawyer.

Any information you share regarding issues such as how much you had to drink is protected by the attorney-client privilege, and your lawyer needs honest answers to help prepare a defense to the charges.

We are experienced DWI lawyers who can help you navigate the legal system. Please feel free to call us at 585-484-7432 for a legal consultation.

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