The Moments After Your DUI Arrest in Las Vegas

By Robert Bettinger | Published on November 7, 2011 | 0 Comments

A DUI arrest can be a stressful and frightening experience for anyone, especially if you’ve never faced legal issues before. One moment you’re driving in your car, and the next sirens are behind you and you’re being read your rights. While it’s easy to “lose your cool” in the moments after your arrest, it’s very important to remember that these moments could come back to haunt you in trial or discussions with the prosecutor. Making the right choices in the moments after your arrest will help your Las Vegas DUI attorney fight your case, and help protect your future.

Maintaining your composure and following any instructions from law enforcement officials will help you in the long run. Becoming angry or aggressive with the arresting officers is a mistake that will surely work against you in the long run. However, while cooperating with the police is in your best interest, so is maintaining your right to silence.

“You need to cooperate with law enforcement, but that doesn’t mean you should start running at the mouth,” says Robert Bettinger, Attorney at Law. Bettinger is a Las Vegas DUI attorney who has seen clients hurt their case with unnecessary statements following their arrest.

“You’ll need to provide your name and any basic info they ask from you. Anything beyond that, don’t talk. You have a right to silence–use it,” says Bettigner.

After being arrested, you may feel the need to explain your side of the story. But it’s important to remember that anything you say can be used against you later. It’s easy to make vague or unclear statements in these stressful moments–but these statements can easily be taken out of context later. Wait until you seek the counsel of a Las Vegas DUI attorney before you speak to anyone about what happened. After seeking any immediate medical treatment needed, hiring a reputable DUI attorney in Las Vegas should be your first priority.

“Having someone with an understanding of DUI law on your side can make all the difference, and provide real peace of mind as you try to deal with the aftermath of an arrest,” says Bettinger, whose medical background provides a unique insight into DUI cases. Bettinger was a podiatrist for 11 years before returning to law school to become a Las Vegas DUI attorney. This experience helps him to analyze DUI cases and identify any medical issues that could be a factor, including drug interactions and medication side effects.

*Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. You should not rely on this article as a legal opinion on any specific facts or circumstances, and you should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel. Publication of this article and your receipt of this article does not create an attorney-client relationship.

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