Defending Clients Against Drunk Driving Charges in Kansas
Have you been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Kansas after police stopped you at a roadblock, pulled you over for speeding, or interviewed you after a car accident? Are you wondering what your rights are and what to do next?
I'm James H. Bell, a DUI defense attorney with more than 30 years of legal experience. Based in Kansas City, I defend people accused of drunk driving in Kansas as well as Missouri. Don't hesitate to contact me to set up a free initial consultation.
Protecting Your Rights During and After an Arrest
If you've been charged with any crime, including drunk driving, you are innocent until proven guilty. Ideally, a person who is arrested on suspicion of DUI in Kansas should refuse to answer any questions and should call a lawyer at the first available opportunity.
However, just because you may have said something you shouldn't have said in a moment of panic or confusion does not mean your case is closed.
No matter what you may have said to the police or what else may have happened during your DUI arrest, you should contact a defense attorney as soon as possible to protect your rights.
If you failed or refused a breathalyzer test, you have 10 days to request a driver's license hearing, or you will lose your license in an administrative revocation. I can help you request the hearing and represent you at it.
Understanding Your DUI Defense Options
I am a former prosecutor who understands how police and prosecutors handle DUI cases. Since 1982, I have been handling criminal defense of people accused of drunk driving and related crimes like driving under the influence of narcotics and minor in possession of alcohol.
The law says the police can only stop you if they have a real reason to believe that you are operating a vehicle under the influence. If you were arrested after a car wreck or stopped due to expired tags or speeding, there may not have been probable cause for a DUI arrest.
Even if you were legitimately arrested and failed the breath test, you may have options, including diversion programs that avoid a criminal conviction on your record. Contact me to learn more about what I can do about your drinking and driving charges.
