DUI Defense
Drunk Driving Defense Attorneys serving Olathe, Overland Park, and the entire Kansas City surrounding area
Located in Olathe, Kansas, as DUI defense lawyers, we have successfully defended many DUI cases by getting a not guilty verdict at trial, winning the administrative hearing, or securing a dismissal.
Our Kansas drunk-driving defense firm is dedicated to defending citizens’ accused of DUI (Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs) throughout the States of Kansas and DWI in Missouri. If you have found our web site, it is very possible that you are one of the thousands of people who are charged with DUI every year. We understand your fear of being stopped by an police officer and asked to exit your car. We understand your confusion of not knowing whether you handled the situation in your best interest. We understand the frustration at having been arrested and spending hours in the Kansas or Missouri detention center (jail) on a police officer’s opinion.
If you have been charged with a Kansas DUI or Missouri DWI, you may not know the legal obstacles of this type of case. Drunk Driving Defense, over the past years, has become a highly technical criminal charge. Gone are the days of simple DUI cases, now officers are encouraged to become specialized in conducting DUI arrests by receiving certification to conduct Standardized Field Sobriety Tests. In addition to the police officer, your case may involve a breath sample provided to a breath Test Technical Operators on a Intoxilyzer 5000 or 8000. Johnson County Kansas is currently using the Intoxilyzer 8000. This problem is compounded by the fact that the municipal and district State courts have prosecutors who are specifically trained on making this type of case seem that it is based on accepted scientific principals. Our DUI defense firm, has dedicated the majority of our practice to drunk-driving DEFENSE.
In a situation like this you need a tough, experienced DUI lawyer to help you fight for your rights. At Martin & Wallentine, located in Olathe, Kansas, across the street from the Johnson County Courthouse, we have significant trial experience, concentrating on helping individuals involved in DUI throughout Olathe, Overland Park and Kansas City. The States of Kansas and Missouri have a team of prosecuting attorneys who are preparing a case against you. In order to preserve your rights and obtain the best result, you need your own skilled lawyer who understands the prosecution's strategies and the police officers special DUI training. Remember, you are presumed innocent until proven otherwise, however, punishment for a DUI can be severe. For example, administrative driver's license suspensions, jail time, fines, court cost, license surcharges, interlock devices. As your drunk driving defense attorney, we educate and provide clients with all information concerning the DUI representation, from the administrative driver’s license hearing, to plea bargains to jury trials.
The Benefits of Hiring Martin & Wallentine
- Martin & Wallentine is experienced with Kansas DUI representation and trial. We has detailed knowledge of Drunk Driving Defense.
- Martin & Wallentine is highly energetic and interested in fighting for our clients in the municipal and state courts.
- You will be represented by Martin & Wallentine personally, and not by some associate law firm.
- We approach each case aggressively, regardless of whether you plea bargain, do a diversion, or proceed with a jury trial and specifically create a defense around your individual facts.
- Your first consultation is free.
- We accept VISA and MasterCard.
WARNING: If you have been charged with DUI in Kansas, you must request a hearing within 10 days of your arrest to prevent immediate suspension of your driver's license. Whether you are facing your first DUI, or this has happened before, the important thing is to take immediate action to preserve your rights and possibly your freedom. We encourage you to call or contact us online to discuss possible representation. Your inquiries will remain confidential.
We will fight to protect your rights.
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