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This makes it imperative for you to immediately consult with and hire an experienced and aggressive New Jersey DWI defense attorney if you have been charged with driving under the influence.The Importance of Having a DWI Defense LawyerIt certainly helps to have an attorney fighting on your behalf, regardless of whether or not you are guilty of drunk driving. A seasoned attorney will:\u00a0Know the drunk driving procedural rules that apply to your case which govern the pleadings you have to file in your caseCalendar the rime periods for obtaining information and filing motions in your caseObtain the necessary evidence to prove your innocenceDetermine whether you should enter a plea negotiationPrevent you from giving potentially damaging statements or other evidence to the policePotential Consequences of Representing YourselfIn almost all drunk driving cases, it is a mistake to attempt to handle your own defense. The stakes are always high \u2013 even in minor cases. If you handle your case incorrectly, you may end up spending even more money in legal fees in an attempt to fix the harm you caused by not hiring a New Jersey DWI lawyer. In some cases, the problems caused may not even be able to get fixed.The bottom line is that if you have been charged with a crime, it is best to immediately consult with a drunk driving defense attorney \u2013 even if you believe that you are innocent. It is simply not worth it to attempt to represent yourself. How to Find the Right DWI Defense AttorneyBeing charged with drunk driving is serious business because a conviction can significantly impact all aspects of your life. Finding and hiring the right attorney is crucial to protecting your legal rights. In order to determine the right lawyer for you, you should ask the following:How long the attorney has been practicingHow much experience the firm has with handling cases similar to your fact patternThe success rate of the attorney in handling such casesThe availability of the attorney in speaking with you if you have questionsContact Us Today!If you have been arrested for a DWI offense, you should discuss your case, including any potential meritorious motions to suppress, with an experienced New Jersey DWI attorney. For more information or to schedule a free consultation with one of our skilled attorneys, please call Beninato & Matrafajlo Attorneys at Law, LLC at 908-248-4404."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Do I Need a DWI Defense Attorney?","item":"https:\/\/staging-dmlawyer2.wordkeeper.net\/do-i-need-a-dwi-defense-attorney\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]