Lebanon DUI Attorney
The telltale flicker of blue and red lights can mark the beginning of a long and stressful ordeal. Indiana’s zero-tolerance stance on driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol can quickly place your freedom and driving privileges in jeopardy. If you are facing accusations that you were driving under the influence, you can rely on a Lebanon DUI lawyer to protect your rights while seeking a resolution to your case that safeguards your future.
A Collaborative Team of Attorneys and Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialists
Even a first-time offender could face time in jail if they are convicted of a DUI. When you hire representation from The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley P.C., you gain the trusted support of proven advocates. We have helped over 1,000 clients avoid the consequences of a serious conviction by working as a team and digging through the evidence.
Our team has five Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialists and a former prosecutor ready to provide you with trusted support. When your future is on the line, that level of training and experience matters.
Understanding DUI Charges in Boone County
Drunk driving remains a serious public safety concern in Indiana. The fatality rate tied to drunk driving in the state is 3.3 per 100,000 residents in a typical year. Of the 42,545 traffic fatalities logged in 2022, 32% involved a drunk driver. To protect Indiana’s residents, law enforcement remains vigilant in Lebanon. Law enforcement along Lafayette Avenue, North Lebanon Street, and elsewhere in the area are trained to look for signs of impaired driving,
If someone is pulled over and arrested, they are typically booked at the Boone County jail. Spending a night or two at 1905 Indianapolis Avenue can be a stressful experience, and anyone charged with a DUI faces the further risk that they could be confined to a longer stint in jail if they are convicted.
Defense Strategies for Challenging DUI Allegations
With a crime rate of 16.34 per 1,000 residents, Lebanon sees its fair share of criminal activity, including DUI arrests. Following an arrest, the right defense strategy could prevent a defendant from becoming one of the roughly 49,000 people serving time in prison or jail in Indiana. One strategy could focus on why you were arrested in the first place.
Law enforcement must have a valid reason for detaining you. If they did not, your attorney could seek to have the charges dropped. Another strategy could focus on how the sobriety test was administered and whether the breathalyzer was calibrated beforehand.
Why You Should Hire a DUI Lawyer
Anyone facing DUI charges should take decisive action and hire a DUI lawyer who understands Lebanon DUI laws and how to manage a complex DUI case. Your DUI attorney can begin by scrutinizing the evidence before moving forward with a strategy tailored to the facts of your case.
Defense attorneys understand the prosecution’s burden of proof and how to prevent them from proving guilt. The support and advocacy can balance the scales of justice in your favor, so you do not have to live with the consequences of a serious criminal conviction.
Choose a Defense Team With Proven Trial Experience
The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley P.C. stands ready to provide you with the robust, results-driven representation your case deserves. Our five Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialists and our former prosecutor understand the stakes and how to build a defense that gets results. Contact our office today to schedule your consultation with a member of our legal team.
*Andrew Baldwin, Kathie Perry, Maxwell Wiley, Kelly Pyle, and Michael C. Cunningham are Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialists, as certified by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Find out why having a Board-Certified* Criminal Trial Specialist as your defense lawyer is important here.