What are the proper things to do before a trial date if someone is arrested for DUI (suspecting they failed the breathe test)? If the arrested person also has a good standing with the cops and they notified the Judge that they were on outstanding behavior the whole time and very cooperative. Would going to AA meetings and getting counseling help when trial comes around. (Or pre-trial meeting with the prosecutor and attorney) Would community service before the court date show a more positive side to the individual and help their case? Any other things that could be done to help resolve the issue and help in the eyes of the prosecutor or judge?
2007-11-19 15:10:09 · 6 answers · asked by Drew K 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
You could start AA, but if the court has to order a certain number of sessions, it may not count toward those.
Sorry, "outstanding behavior" doesn't mean jack. Any judge worth her / his salt can recognize a kissa-- easily, they see them every day.
Your best bet is to show up, ADMIT THAT YOU MADE A MISTAKE AND ARE WILLING TO DEAL WITH THE CONSEQUENCES, and shut up and hear whats said so you can get out of there and move on with life. Easy.
2007-11-19 15:16:00 · answer #1 · answered by Shell Answer Man 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
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2016-06-10 10:32:37 · answer #2 · answered by Alisa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A trial is about putting on a play to convince a jury of your innocence. Therefore:
1. Get a conservative haircut
2. Get a decent looking suit.
3. If you are going to testify at your trial then practice with your attorney in front of a video camera.
4. Meet with a drama coach or "Trial Consultant" and review your video and general demeanor.
Do you come across as *truthful* looking? Do your clothes and grooming make you look sober.
5. Ask the Drama Coach for suggestions about how to have more "truthfull" body language & how to listen in court and how to react to what you hear.
(NOTE: I AM NOT AN ATTORNEY AND CANNOT GIVE YOU LEGAL ADVICE. YOU SHOULD CONSULT A LAWYER ASAP AFTER YOUR ARREST).
Now with regards to your ideas let's look at them one by one:
1. If you are on good terms with the local cops this is a positive point if you are thinking about coping a plea and that's the time for your lawyer to bring that up.
Also, should you lose at trial there will be a "sentencing report" done that the Judge will consider in deciding your punishment. If you get on well with the cops then this is a point in your favor and should be put in the report.
The same thing goes for AA meetings.
Community service is a punishment for the guilty. However, if you do any charitible type stuff: read to the blind; teach Sunday school this should be will look good in a sentencing report.
However, remember, if you choose to go to trial you are "presumed not guilty" unless the prosecution proves beyond a shadow of a reeasonable doubt that you are guilty."
2007-11-19 15:53:12 · answer #3 · answered by Citizen1984 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Extradition is complicated. If that is straightforward DUI, without accidents or harm, that is quite not likely that it is going to likely be pursued. the purpose of the regulation is to get under the effect of alcohol drivers off our roads. do merely not plan on returning. An Arrest Warrant would be issued.
2016-10-02 01:23:05 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes going to AA meetings and seeking and attending treatment for it will help you. most judges need a psi ( pre-sentence investigation ) done if your found guilty and placed on any type of probation. most people that are placed on some type of probation are ordered to attend treatment. so if you got a head start. it will help you.
2007-11-19 15:26:53 · answer #5 · answered by andy3191 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
STOP DRINKING AND DRIVING!!!
2007-11-19 15:38:18 · answer #6 · answered by Kelly 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋