Arrested for DUI? Know Your Deadlines — Free Case Review
⏱ MOST STATES SUSPEND YOUR LICENSE WITHIN 10–30 DAYS OF ARREST — don't wait to find out your deadline
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A DUI arrest isn't
a conviction.
But the clock is running.

Answer a few quick questions below. We'll tell you what deadlines apply to your case and connect you with a local DUI defense attorney for a free, no-obligation review — usually within one business day.

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Why timing matters

The deadlines that start the moment you're arrested

Most people don't realize a DUI sets off several separate clocks — one with the DMV, one with the court, and one for the evidence in your case. Missing any of them can narrow your options before an attorney ever gets involved.

Day 1 – 10

DMV license suspension hearing window

In most states you must formally request a hearing within days of arrest or your license is suspended automatically — separate from any criminal case.

Week 1 – 4

Arraignment / first court appearance

This is where charges are formally read and a plea is entered. Showing up without counsel can lock in decisions that are hard to undo later.

Weeks 2 – 8

Evidence and testing window

Breathalyzer calibration logs, dashcam footage, and dispatch records are often only retained for a limited period — requesting them early matters.

Ongoing

Plea, diversion, or trial decisions

Depending on your record and the charge, programs like diversion or reduced charges may only be available if requested before certain hearings.

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DUI law varies significantly by state. You'll be connected with counsel who practices where your case is filed.

"Most people who reach out are not facing the worst-case outcome they imagine." A short conversation with someone who knows the process can tell you, plainly, what's actually ahead.

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