Vermont DUI Lawyer----
Vermont DUI Lawyer Sarah Powell will handle DUI & drunk driving defense cases throughout Vermont.
The offense of drunk driving in Vermont is called Driving Under the Influence or DUI. It is a serious charge that could result in both immediate penalties and long-term consequences. The entire process is unsettling and confusing, and the police and prosecutor will be working toward a conviction.
----- No matter how difficult things seem, it is important to remember that you have rights and that Sarah Powell - an experienced Vermont DUI defense lawyer - can make a positive difference in the outcome of your case. -------
Vermont DUI Lawyer Sarah Powell has the experience and legal skills that you need. She understands the complex Vermont DUI laws and has extensive experience with DUI cases. Sarah Powell has successfully handled jury trials, traffic offenses, criminal cases and cases of driving under the influence in Vermont.
Vermont DUI Attorney Sarah Powell will challenge evidence against you, review the arrest report for errors in procedure, question the reason for the initial traffic stop, study blood and breath test equipment maintenance records, interview all witnesses and file suppression motions on your behalf. If the prosecution cannot prove every element of its case, there is a chance your case could be reduced or dismissed. Call for an imediate case Review-------
Sarah Powell, Vermont DUI Lawyer, offers a free initial consultation during which she will review your specific case and provide an honest appraisal of your legal situation. To schedule a review of your case, fill out the form to the left or call (802) 860-6207. ****** There is no obligation and time is very important in a DUI defense, so call now.
**** About Your Vermont Driver’s License
**** An arrest for drunk driving in Vermont will actually result in two cases being filed against you. One is a criminal charge that is resolved in the courts. The second is a civil case where the state will seek to suspend your driver’s license. The length of the suspension is determined by a number of issues, including whether you have any prior alcohol related traffic incidents on your record, though a first offense usually results in a minimum 3-month sanction. The two cases are very separate, and, in fact, you can win your criminal case and still lose your license, and vice versa.
You can fight the suspension but you must have paperwork on file with the Department of Motor Vehicles within 7 days of the date of your arrest. If you do not get the request to the DMV on time, you will automatically lose your license. Vermont does not issue hardship or work permit licenses.
**** Having legal guidance during the DMV hearing can improve the chances of keeping your driving privileges. You don’t have much time, so contact Sarah Powell, Vermont DUI Lawyer now for immediate help.
**** Penalties for VT DUI
The state can try to prove a case of driving under the influence in Vermont two ways. The first is if your blood alcohol content registered in excess of .08%. The other is finding you impaired by alcohol or drugs, without BAC evidence.
**** Being found guilty first-offense DUI could result in jail, probation, fines, loss of license, community service, alcohol education classes, an alcohol assessment that could lead to further treatment and surcharges for several anti-drunk driving funds.
**** You will probably lose your auto insurance and be required to carry expensive coverage for several years. In certain cases you could have your vehicle seized. A DUI conviction will lead to a criminal record, which could impact your ability to find or keep a job. Canada is increasingly enforcing its long-standing policy of denying entry to anyone with a criminal record, regardless of the nature of the crime.
**** The consequences of a DUI in Vermont are serious and warrant seeking a professional, qualified drunk driving defense lawyer. Contact Vermont DUI Attorney Sarah Powell to learn more.
Permanent Arrest Record
It should be noted that any conviction for drunk driving in Vermont will remain on your record for your lifetime. Prosecutors will review your record to determine if you have any prior alcohol related convictions in your past. Previous offenses will increase the penalties for any subsequent DUI arrests, with the third offense being a felony.
**** Vermont is a member of the Interstate Driver’s License Compact, which shares driving offense information with other states. Even if a past drunk driving infraction happened in another state, it will likely impact your Vermont case.
Protect your future and contact Vermont DUI Attorney Sarah Powell. She will fight for your rights and try to keep your record clean.
About VT DUI Lawyer Sarah Powell
Principal of the firm, Sarah Powell, practices criminal defense, with an emphasis on helping those accused of driving under the influence. She is admitted to practice law in all Vermont state courts, and the United States District Court for the District of Vermont. She is also admitted to practice in Massachusetts and Michigan.
**** Attorney Powell received an undergraduate degree from Allegheny College in 1987 and a juris doctorate in 1990 from Vermont Law School. She is a member of the Vermont Bar Association, and the Vermont Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. She is a 2006 graduate of the esteemed Western Trial Advocacy Institute in Laramie, Wyoming. She frequently attends DUI defense related seminars, especially those involving advanced training in the science of DUI.
**** Schedule a Free Consultation
Contact Vermont DUI Lawyer Sarah Powell now for a free initial DUI consultation. She will listen to you and then discuss her fees and your legal options. There is no obligation and the inquiry is confidential so call (802) 860-6207 and get the help you need.
