A DUI charge is scary for anyone–– but likely even more so if you’re under 21. After all, your life is just beginning. You don’t want to enter adulthood with a criminal record. Thankfully, in the eyes of the law, you’re innocent until proven guilty. What’s more, you have the opportunity to partner with an under-21 DUI lawyer serving Pottstown.
McKenzie Law Firm, P.C. stands ready to take on your case and everything it entails. Our skilled attorney, David McKenzie III, is a former prosecutor, and now, he uses his knowledge of the criminal justice system to advocate for defendants.
You could benefit from partnering with a Pottstown criminal defense attorney at your earliest convenience. That way, we can secure time-sensitive evidence and craft your defense. To begin a free case evaluation, call now.
To avoid the potential penalties of an under-21 DUI conviction, you want an experienced lawyer on your side. You don’t want a public defender. Why? These professionals juggle dozens of cases at once––and some only meet their clients on the first day of trial. With an important matter like this, you want comprehensive legal service and individualized attention.
When you entrust your future to our under-21 DUI attorneys, we:
Sometimes, it’s not possible to secure a “not guilty” verdict. In that instance, we can negotiate a plea bargain that results in less jail time and fewer penalties. No matter what route your case takes, we’re on your side.
The defense we employ in your criminal justice case depends on the circumstances of your arrest and other related factors. At trial, with supporting evidence, we may assert that:
Per the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PDOT), penalties for a first-time under-21 DUI offense include:
Here’s another consequence you could face if convicted: a blemish on your criminal record. In the long run, this can prevent you from applying for certain jobs and obtaining housing. You could also have problems securing educational opportunities.
You don’t want that, and neither do we. Our Pottstown criminal defense lawyers do everything possible to mitigate these criminal charges’ effect on your life and help you move on.
It’s understandable to have many questions in the aftermath of your arrest. We want to supply the answers you need to make informed decisions about securing legal representation and protecting your future.
You may ask:
David McKenzie III has years of experience both as a prosecutor and as a criminal defense attorney. Take it from him: you don’t want to refuse a breathalyzer test. When you applied for a driver’s license, you agreed to alcohol testing if pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving. Refusing to take a breathalyzer can result in serious penalties, even if you’re found not guilty of an offense later.
Here’s an interesting note: you must submit to field sobriety tests for a police officer to take a breathalyzer exam. You CAN refuse a field sobriety test, invalidating the law enforcement officer’s ability to compel a breathalyzer test. You can learn more about this when you consult our criminal defense law firm on your case.
The best-case scenario for your situation depends on, well, your situation. Many people think that getting a “not guilty” verdict is the most favorable outcome. Yet, if we find that the state doesn’t have compelling evidence, we could move to have your charges dropped or dismissed. This could forgo the need for a criminal trial and let you move on.
A DUI charge can have an immediate and lasting impact on your life. You could lose your driver’s license and your freedom. You could also suffer reputational damage that harms your employment, education, and relationships.
Our firm can build a defense and challenge the criminal charges against you. We can also mitigate the non-legal damages you may suffer as a result of a DUI charge. A lawyer from McKenzie Law Firm, P.C. is ready to talk to you about your case and begin strategizing.
To learn more during a free case evaluation, connect with our criminal defense attorney now.
