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Reader’s Question:

I have just been recently charged with DWI here in New York. I am contemplating on whether or not I will seek help from a DWI lawyer or not. There are a lot of questions that need to be answered before I even hire one. Do I really need a DWI lawyer and do I have to come to court for trial?

Warren

Buffalo, NY

If you are planning to plead guilty to the DWI charge or if you want to try to negotiate for yourself, you do not need a New York DWI lawyer. But keep in mind though that in many courts a good DWI lawyer will get you a better deal than you will get for yourself. Also, an experienced DWI lawyer knows the ins and outs of these issues better than non-lawyers and better than most regular lawyers. He/she may be able to spot weaknesses in the prosecution case against you.

Usually, some out-of-state or out-of-area clients may not have to come to Court if a DWI lawyer appears for you. New York DWI defendants have to come to Court other than that. The judge will want to make sure you understand what you have to do and you will have to surrender your license. Many firms have represented clients from other states and distant parts of New York State without their clients appearing. So far, no one has refused to allow it even though many judges are uncomfortable with it. This may not work all the time so generally, you will have to appear in Court.