Arrested And Released After A DUI Stop? Have Your Case Monitored!

If you were arrested or stopped for DUI or impaired driving due to marijuana, make sure you have a lawyer monitoring your case for criminal charging. Many DUI cases are initially dismissed or an Arraignment never happens so that the state can wait for the blood draw or other evidence. This means the speedy trial rules don't apply until you get charged. So, make sure you know if a criminal charge is coming so you don't get a warrant for failing to appear for court.

The scenario where a person was stopped or arrested for a DUI and then “let go” is fairly new. Only a few years ago, the scenario was quite different. The state of Washington had a mandatory impound law, which required officers to arrest anyone suspected of DUI and have their car impounded. This kept the … Continue reading Arrested And Released After A DUI Stop? Have Your Case Monitored!

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