DON’T DIY WHEN DEALING WITH A DUI
WHY DO-IT-YOURSELF DEFENSE IS ALWAYS A BAD IDEA
Nowadays, DIY is a popular method for tackling a multitude of tasks. Want a mural in your nursery? Want to refurbish that old patio set? Do it yourself! With immediate access to step-by-step instructions via online platforms, people are no longer relying on expert assembly. They are putting on their work gloves and taking care of business their own way. When it comes to the vast majority of tasks, taking the DIY route isn’t just harmless; it’s ideal! You can save money, learn a new trade, and feel the satisfaction of self- accomplishment once the deed is done. Unfortunately, many have taken this trend a step too far, believing they can take on the case themselves in matters related to DUI charges. To that end, here are three serious reasons why DIY DUI defense is always a bad idea. 1. MAKING ASSUMPTIONS Many drivers think that if they blew into a breathalyzer or had their blood drawn, they have no reason to hire a defense attorney. They think the case is over before it even starts. But just because an officer believes they know what your blood alcohol level was doesn’t mean you don’t have a case. A plethora of factors can affect the reliability (and admissibility) of breath and blood testing. 2. UNDERESTIMATING THE CONSEQUENCES An unfortunate number of people arrested with a DUI charge decide to go to court sans attorney because they liken a DUI citation to a speeding ticket. Many of them
think, “I’ll just pay the fine and be done with it.” But, even after you pay the fine, you could be looking at jail time, years of probation, a suspended driver’s license, breath-testing ignition interlock device installation on your car, and treatment programs. Some people even face immigration or international travel problems, as well as issues applying to future jobs or schools. 3. SHARING TOO MUCH The right to remain silent is just that — a right. When many civilians try to represent themselves in court, they tend to overshare, thinking that the more details they offer, the more likely a judge will dismiss the charge. A good defense attorney will thoroughly listen to your story and advocate for you in court with your best interests in mind. If you’ve recently received a DUI, you don’t have to go at it alone. Attorney Kim Frye has successfully represented hundreds of clients in DUI cases. Give our office a call to see how she can help you!
TIME FOR A NEW FRYE LAW GROUP CONTEST!
BASIL BERRY SORBET
If you’ve been following along in our recent newsletters, then you know that here at Frye Law Group, we love a good trivia question. In the past, we’ve provided a quote from great films and asked you to guess from where the quote came. Now, we’re going to try something a little different. We will provide a plot description of a well-known movie. All you have to do is send us an email at news@fryelawgroup.com as soon as possible, including your phone number and the title of the film. What’s the catch? The description of the film provided won’t be like the ones you see on the back of the DVD case. The plot will be poorly (albeit humorously) explained, which makes the guessing a little trickier. Here’s one to get you thinking! “A Midwestern-born American girl with a love for shoes accidentally invades a foreign land and kills local leadership, but struggles to find an exit strategy.” Can you guess the film from this poor description? Let us know! The first three responders to answer correctly will win a free gift card to Jack’s New Yorker Deli!
Unlike standard ice cream recipes, this delicious sorbet doesn’t require fancy equipment or difficult prep. It’s also entirely dairy-free, making it the perfect vegan treat for the end of summer.
INGREDIENTS
• 1 cup sugar • 1 cup fresh basil leaves • 6 cups frozen mixed berries • 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
DIRECTIONS
1. In a saucepan over high heat, combine sugar with 1 cup of water, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves, creating a syrup-like consistency. 2. Remove syrup from heat, add basil, cover, and let stand for 15 minutes. Strain syrup into bowl and refrigerate until cold. 3. In a blender, combine syrup with frozen berries and lemon juice. Purée until smooth. 4. Transfer to a square baking pan, cover in plastic wrap, and freeze until set, about 2 hours. 5. Scoop and serve.
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