The Cowgirl Attorney Karen Thompson walks you through the procedure for diversion so you can decide if you want to take the diversion path instead of going to trial or taking a plea bargain.
Karen Thompson, the Cowgirl Attorney, discusses the costs of hiring an attorney and compares your choices so you can make an informed decision. Your three choice are using a court appointed attorney, hiring a private attorney or representing yourself when you are charged with DUI and choose diversion.
What fees do you have to pay if you decide to take the diversion path? And how much are the fees? Karen Thompson, the Cowgirl Attorney, discusses filing fees, evaluation services, treatment program, urinalysis, the victim impact program, ignition interlock devices and more so you can figure out your total costs.
The Cowgirl Attorney Karen Thompson discusses step by step how to successfully appeal the suspension of your drivers license with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
What should you do when the police arrest you for driving while intoxicated? The Cowgirl Attorney, Karen Thompson, tells you about the tests for illegal intoxication – the breathalyzer, the blood test, and the urine test.and discusses whether you should consent to the tests. When can the police order you to take a test without a search warrant? What are the penalties for refusing to take a test? Will your drivers license be suspended for a longer period of time for refusing the test or failing the test? Can evidence of your refusal to take a test be used against you in court?
The Bill of Rights protects you from unreasonable police search and seizure. Cowgirl Attorney Karen Thompson answers the following questions and more: When can the police stop you? Frisk you? Search your purse or backpack? How do you assert your rights when the police stop you in your automobile? How do the police trick you into consenting to a search? Should you ever consent? What is the evidence standard for a DUI investigation? What are your Miranda rights? Can you call a lawyer?
Karen Thompson, the Cowgirl Attorney, introduces the first ever video consultation on DUI in Oregon.
Some states’ laws contain “aggravating factors” that will increase your penalties for a DUII or DWI. The judge may order you to pay double the fines and serve double the jail time. What are the most common aggravating factors? Cowgirl Attorney Karen Thompson warns you about the factors that will make the penalties go up.
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