If you have been accused of driving under the influence of alcohol, you are probably very concerned about the effects that a possible conviction could have on your life. Even if you are not convicted, being accused of driving under the influence of alcohol can affect your life for quite some time, as you work to get the charges dropped or reduced. In addition to consequences which affect your freedom and your options, you are likely to experience a variety of economic consequences as the result of being charged with a DUI, and even more if you are convicted.
Unfortunately, these costs begin to add up as soon as you are arrested. Your car may be towed from the scene of the traffic stop, and you are likely to have to pay fees for towing and storage in order to have it returned to you. After your arrest, there is the possibility that you will be required to post bond before you can be released. The exact amount of your bond may vary, but it could be more than you have available to you and you could incur the additional expense of paying a bail bondsman to post your bond for you.
Some DUI defendants believe that they can save money by representing themselves in their DUI cases. This is a risky proposition, as money spent on a DUI defense attorney is an investment which increases your chances of obtaining the best possible outcome in your DUI case under the circumstances. The fees for attorneys do vary, but be sure to select an attorney who is both skilled and experienced in the field of DUI defense instead of simply choosing the attorney who promises to charge you the lease amount of money. Ask your attorney what their fee includes, so that you can understand what you will be getting for the money that you are spending. Do not be afraid to spend a bit more on someone who specializes in DUI cases, and who spends plenty of time on each case reviewing evidence and exploring the feasibility of various defense strategies.
Regardless of the options that are presented to you for the possible resolution of your DUI case, it is likely that you will have to pay fees associated with the option that you choose. Diversion programs cost money, as do classes, counseling, and other items which may be required as conditions of resolving the case in a particular manner. There are also costs associated with the suspension and eventual reinstatement of your driver’s license, including reinstatement fees, higher insurance costs, and the cost of a vehicle interlock device if you are required to get one.
Other costs associated with being accused of a DUI or convicted of a DUI include court costs, and the cost of taking time off of work to go to court or because you do not have a vehicle to drive. If you have been accused of driving under the influence of alcohol, it is important that you contact a Kansas DUI defense attorney immediately. Retaining a knowledgeable Kansas DUI Defense Attorney will give you the best chance at obtaining the best possible result in your Kansas DUI case. To learn more about how a Kansas DUI defense attorney can help you with your DUI case, please call our Wichita office today at (316) 264-1548