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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When should I hire an attorney after my DUI arrest?

A: Jeffrey Meldon Tip:    If you are reading this because you were recently arrested for a DUI,   You need experienced legal representation TODAY!  

• Your arraignment, your next required court appearance, is coming up soon and your lawyer can go for you.  Florida law permits an attorney to file a not guilty plea on your behalf.
• A DUI legal team needs time to review the details and investigate your case.  DUI cases are often won based on details.  It is important to start the investigation ASAP as details and evidence at the arrest scene can change, and witnesses can become difficult to locate.
• An experienced DUI legal team can guide you so that you do not make any of the common mistakes that, once made, may make it nearly impossible for you to recover from.
• DUI cases are complex and more complicated to defend than many felonies.  Not all criminal defense lawyers do DUI defense, or do it well, it is a specialty.

Jeffrey Meldon Tip:  Hiring legal representation, a Gainesville DUI lawyer to represent you, ASAP after being charged is one of the two most important things to do after an arrest, to learn more, read this. 

Remember, the only sure way of avoiding the lifelong consequences of a DUI conviction is to not drink and drive!  

However, if it is too late, do not make another mistake - hire an experienced DUI/DWI lawyer to represent you and do it ASAP, don't wait!  You can contact us today at 1 800 373 8000.

The experienced Trial Lawyers at the Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon and Associates are dedicated to preserving the rights of the accused.



Jeffrey Meldon, Tom Copeland  and Carey Meldon have a combined 60 years of legal experience representing people in Gainesville and Alachua County accused of DUI/DWI and other criminal charges. They have recently written a DUI  Guide for Alachua County - Ways to Possibly Avoid a DUI Charge or Conviction.  Request your free copy today. 

This book, written by this team of experienced DUI defense criminal trial lawyers, gives insight into what a DUI charge is, ways the State can prove the charge and possible legal defenses.

Being charged and convicted of DUI is best avoided by not drinking and driving! This book gives information on what it takes to be over the legal limit, how alcohol affects the body, plus much, much more! 

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