First-Offense DUI / Repeat Offender DUI

There Is a Defense for DUI

Some people think that getting arrested for a first-time DUI or DWI is no big deal. Even a first-time DUI or DWI carries serious negative consequences. If you are charged as a repeat offender, this can be a felony. Penalties include steep fines, mandatory loss of your driver's license and mandatory jail time for repeat offenders.

Even if you believe you have been driving while intoxicated, an experienced criminal defense lawyer such as Jerome M. Capone, who knows how to defend against the nuances of a DUI charge, can have a tremendous impact on the outcome of your criminal proceeding.

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After more than 30 years in criminal defense and as a lawyer who has earned membership in the esteemed American Trial Lawyers Association, not much escapes Jerome M. Capone's legal attention. He knows the work habits of the police and prosecutors involved, understands court rules and procedures, and knows how to often apply this hard-earned knowledge to a client's advantage.

Seek to Win Not-Guilty Verdicts in All Cases

For first-time DUI or repeat offender charges, our goal is the same: We seek to get the charges dismissed or to win a not-guilty verdict. If it benefits you, we will suggest a plea negotiation that minimizes negative consequences.

We take a close look at every piece of evidence related to your arrest:

• Did the police have reasonable suspicion to pull over the car?
• Did the officer have probable cause to suspect the driver was impaired?
• Did the officer properly administer the field tests?
• If you were stopped at a sobriety checkpoint, were the officers following checkpoint operation standards?
• What doubts can be raised during cross examination of officers and other witnesses?

If this is the first time you have been charged with a DUI, we may be able to negotiate a lesser non-alcohol-related charge or secure a first-offenders program diversion. After completion of the program, your charges will be dropped.

Second-Time Offense

With second or third offense, you will be facing mandatory jail time and, perhaps, a felony charge. We will force the prosecution to turn over all records of prior DUIs and, if there is a question of validity, we will bring that to light.

Contact Our Law Office for a Confidential Consultation

Call our office in Wilmington, Delaware, at 302.654.3260 for sound, legal guidance today. You can also e-mail now to set up an appointment.