10 Common Mistakes
- Pleading guilty without speaking to an attorney.
- Not hiring an attorney that specializes in Oregon DUI law.
- Hiring the lowest price attorney possible. If you are found guilty, you will pay later. (See DUI Penalties) The increase in insurance premiums could run into the thousands of dollars.
- Not filing a challenge to the Oregon DMV suspension within 10 days of the date of the citation.
- Flunking the attitude test: Always be courteous and respectful to the law enforcement officers, court staff, and the judge.
- Not dressing appropriately in court.
- Not showing up to court.
- Driving without a valid license.
- Not collecting evidence about your case. Get the contact information of any witnesses.
- Making incriminating statements to police officers or friends.
