DUI/DWI Probation
If you’ve recently been convicted of DUI or DWI, you may be wondering what type of conviction you will receive. Understandably, you are probably worried that you may lose your driver’s license or even spend some time in jail.
Although jail time is certainly a possibility, depending upon your level of intoxication and prior criminal record as well as your court’s jurisdiction, the judge in your case may sentence you to a period of probation rather than jail time.
As part of the terms of your probation, you will be assigned to a probation officer. You will be responsible for checking in with this individual at the times that he or she designates. Typically, you can expect to visit your probation officer once to twice per week. Depending upon your sentence, however, it may be more or less often.
At each check-in with your probation officer, you will probably be questioned about such things as your job, your alcohol use and your whereabouts. To ensure your truthfulness, your probation officer may even speak to your employer or school.
In addition to receiving probation, when you are convicted of DUI or DWI, you will most likely lose your driving privileges. Be warned: If you are caught driving while on probation, your sentence is likely to be increased. In some cases, if you are caught breaking the terms of your probation, your sentence may be overturned and replaced with hefty fines, longer probation or even jail time.
On the other hand, some courts may offer to reduce your probation period if you successfully complete an alcohol treatment program or DUI school. And when you’re facing a probation period of several years or more, you will most likely want to reduce that sentence any way you can.
Because of these reasons, it is very important for you to have legal representation at your probation hearing. An experienced lawyer can have a huge impact on the outcome of your hearing. Whether you’re trying to reduce your current probation sentence or prevent a longer one, make sure you have the legal help you deserve. Contact a lawyer today.
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