DUI/DWI . Traffic Violations . Assault . Drug Crimes
In any criminal case, it is the duty of prosecutors to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused is guilty of the charges. At the Law Offices of A. Stafford Hearns & Associates, LLC, a skilled criminal defense lawyer works to protect the Constitutional rights of the accused through all phases of a case. All defenses and sentencing alternatives are explored.
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Typical Issues in a DUI/DWI Case
Probable Cause to Stop
The police must have probable cause (legally sufficient reason) to stop you.
Maryland attorney Derrick G. Hamlin, Esq. (of counsel), can evaluate this issue and if appropriate file a motion to invalidate the car stop (motion to exclude evidence based on lack of probable cause to stop).
With his Masters Degree in chemistry, Derrick Hamlin has successfully defended his clients in cases involving controlled dangerous substance (CDS), DWI and DUI cases. He's handled hundreds of criminal law cases throughout the state of Maryland with positive results in a wide range of criminal charges.
Surprisingly, many people are arrested for DUI with very little proof that they were actually driving a car (car parked, suspect out of the car, ignition off). Although this "driving" issue may sometimes be inferred from the circumstances, there may be a defense if the police cannot show beyond a reasonable doubt that the person charged, in spite of being under the influence, was actually driving.
Were You the Driver?
At the Law Offices of A. Stafford Hearns & Associates, LLC our goal is to vigorously defend clients who have been charged or accused of criminal offenses, including charges of DUI / DWI (drunk driving), Internet Crimes, Traffic Violations, Assault and Drug related offenses.
Law Offices of A. Stafford Hearns & Associates, LLC
5303 W Court Drive Suite 2
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Phone: 301-627-8899 ▪ E-mail: ▪ Fax: 301-627-8898
Toll free: 1-877-202-6516