Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana DUI Lawyer

The offense of drunk driving in Louisiana is called Driving While Intoxicated or DWI. It can also be referred to Driving Under the Influence or DUI. The offenses are comparable and both come with financial and emotional stress. They also both have immediate penalties and long-term effects that can change your life.

It is important to realize two things: you still have rights and hiring a qualified and experienced Louisiana drunk driving defense lawyer can help.

Tangipahoa Parish Louisiana DUI Lawyer Tracey Powell knows Louisiana DUI/DWI laws and the DUI court system well. Each case is different, and Attorney Powell will provide you with a complete defense that is appropriate for your specific case and your needs. She will aggressively defend your rights and work to get you the best possible result.

For gain peace of mind and receive excellent legal service, contact Hammond LA DUI Attorney Tracey Powell by calling (985) 643-1711 or filling out the form to the left. Lawyer Powell will review your case and outline your legal options. There is no obligation and time is very important in a DUI defense, so contact her now.

Following an arrest for driving under the influence in Tangipahoa Parish, the Louisiana Department of Motor Vehicles will file a civil case seeking to automatically suspend your driver's license. This is separate from the criminal DUI charges, and it is possible to win your DUI case and still lose your license.

You have the right to challenge the suspension by requesting an administrative hearing, but you must do so within 15 days of the date of your arrest. Having legal representation at the hearing will definitely help, as it is a complex process that includes the presentation of evidence and testimony against you. That information could be used by the prosecution in your criminal case.

To see if you driving privileges can be saved, contact Hammond DUI Lawyer Tracey Powell.

The immediate penalties for being found guilty of DUI in Tangipahoa Parish can include fines, court costs, loss of license and jail. Your auto insurance will probably be cancelled or your premiums will go up significantly. A conviction would also mean having a criminal arrest record, which could make it difficult to find or keep a job or to open a credit account.

Louisiana DUI laws are constantly becoming stricter. New legislation expands the look-back window for prior DUI offenses, which could add penalties to an arrest. A misdemeanor with penalties of a first-offense DUI is now charged if you refused to submit to a breath test on three occasions.

In response, Attorney Powell will use the law to your advantage and look for weak points in the District Attorney's case in an effort to keep your record clean. For the best possible result and to protect your future, contact Tangipahoa Parish DUI Attorney Tracey Powell now.

Hammond Louisiana DUI Lawyer Tracey Powell focuses on criminal law, especially drunk driving defense. She understands that when you need an attorney usually something stressful and difficult has occurred. In response, she not only will provide you with excellent legal service, she will take the time to answer your questions and guide you through the legal system with support and compassion. For your convenience, she will even schedule evening and weekend appointments.

Tracey Turgeau Powell clerked in the District Attorney's office, giving her an understanding of both sides of a criminal case, which in turn provides you with an advantage in the courtroom.

Even if you are not facing a charge of DUI in Louisiana, if you feel you have a problem with alcohol or other substances, contact Tracey Powell. She and her staff will assist in getting help or treatment, at no cost or obligation.

Tangiapoha Parish DUI Lawyer Tracey Powell served as vice-president of the Slidell Bar Association and she currently is a member of the Covington Bar Association, the American Trial Lawyers Association, the American Bar Association and the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. Tracey Powell is one of only 14 attorneys in the State of Louisiana, and the only one in Slidell, who is a member of the National College for DUI Defense. She graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University and received a law degree from Loyola Law School. Tracey Powell is licensed to practice law in all Louisiana municipal courts and the Federal Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana.

To help you learn more about the law firm and the specifics of your case, Tangipahoa Parish Louisiana DUI Attorney Tracey Powell offers a free initial consultation. To schedule a meeting and start getting the help you need, call (985) 643-1711 or fill out the form to the left. When calling, be sure to mention DUI.com. Time is important, so for the best result, don't delay.