A DUI arrest can turn your life upside down in a matter of minutes. You may be worried about your license, your job, your record, and even your freedom. You don’t have to face that alone. Mark A. Bailey, Attorney at Law, is here to step in quickly, protect your rights, and fight for the best possible result in your case.
Why You Need a Lawyer Immediately After a DUI Arrest
DUI cases move fast. There are often strict deadlines for challenging license suspensions, requesting hearings, and preserving important evidence like dashcam or bodycam footage. Waiting too long can limit your options.
When you contact Mark’s office after a DUI arrest, he can help you:
- Understand the exact charges you’re facing
- Avoid mistakes when speaking with law enforcement or insurance
- Take immediate steps to protect your driver’s license
- Start building a defense while the evidence is still fresh
From the beginning, Mark’s focus is on protecting your future, not just “getting through” the case.
What Mark A. Bailey Can Do in Your DUI Case
Every DUI case is different, but Mark typically focuses on several key areas:
1. Review of the Stop and Arrest
Mark examines why you were stopped and how the arrest was handled. If the officer did not have a legal basis to pull you over or did not follow proper procedures, that can become a powerful issue in your defense.
2. Challenging Field Sobriety Tests
Field sobriety tests are not perfect. Mark looks at:
- How and where the tests were given
- Weather, lighting, and road conditions
- Your medical conditions, footwear, fatigue, or other factors
He works to show when test results may be unreliable or misinterpreted.
3. Attacking Breath or Blood Test Results
- Chemical tests can be challenged based on:
- Whether the machine was properly maintained and calibrated
- Whether the officer followed required testing rules
- How your sample was collected, stored, and handled
If there are weaknesses in the state’s scientific evidence, Mark will work to expose them.
4. Protecting Your Driver’s License
A DUI arrest can trigger a separate license suspension process, sometimes even before the criminal case is finished. Mark can:
- Request and attend license or administrative hearings
- Present evidence on your behalf
- Seek options that may allow for restricted or conditional driving, where available
Keeping you legally on the road is often one of the top priorities in your case.
5. Negotiation, Reduction, or Dismissal of Charges
- Depending on the facts, Mark may be able to:
- Negotiate to reduce the charge (for example, from DUI to a lesser offense)
- Challenge critical pieces of evidence so that charges are dismissed
- Work out agreements that focus on treatment, education, or community-based penalties rather than jail
No outcome can be guaranteed, but Mark’s approach is always to push for the most favorable result the law and the facts allow.
6. Trial Representation When Necessary
If negotiations do not produce a fair result, Mark is prepared to take your case to trial. He will:
- Cross-examine the arresting officers and expert witnesses
- Present your side of the story to the judge or jury
- Argue clearly and aggressively for a not guilty verdict when the evidence supports it
Handling a Wide Range of DUI Situations
Mark A. Bailey can help with many DUI-related scenarios, including:
- First-time DUI or DWI charges
- Multiple or repeat offenses
- High BAC (blood alcohol concentration) cases
- Accidents involving property damage or injury
- Underage or “zero tolerance” DUI
- Commercial driver (CDL) consequences
- Cases involving prescription or illegal drugs
He will review your background, the specific circumstances of the arrest, and any special licensing issues that could affect your job or professional life.
Clear Communication and Straightforward Advice
Being charged with DUI is stressful and confusing. Mark believes you deserve:
- Honest answers about what you’re facing
- Realistic expectations about possible outcomes
- Regular updates on what is happening in your case
You will know your options at every stage and have help deciding which path is right for you.
Take the First Step Toward Protecting Your Future
A DUI charge does not have to define the rest of your life—but what you do next matters. The sooner you speak with an attorney, the more tools you may have to protect your license, your record, and your freedom.
Contact Mark A. Bailey, Attorney at Law, today to discuss your DUI case and learn how he can help you move forward.
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