Pretrial Procedure for DUI

The majority of DUI cases settle without having to go to a jury trial.  Therefore, the pretrial proceedings are very important in trying to get your case either dismissed, reduced to a non-DUI disposition or settled. Pretrial procedures most often relate to the filling of motions that can dispose of the case without the necessity of a trial.  However, there are other pretrial motions used for purposes of preparing the defense that do not go directly to a dismissal of the case.  An example of this is the motion for pretrial discovery.  Here, we seek to ensure we are in the possession of all of the evidence that exists in the case which the prosecution has in its possession.  If a discovery order is violated, some sanction may be imposed by the court but, in all probability, it would not result in a dismissal of the case.  However, if critical evidence is excluded this could in fact strengthen your defense.  Call Now 24/7 and speak with attorney Michael Rathel, (407) 808-3269 cell.