DuPage County DUI Defense Attorneys

Plea Bargain vs. Trial

A majority of DUI cases are resolved through the process of plea bargaining.  A plea bargain is a type of contract or agreement between the defendant and the prosecuting attorney.  Under this agreement, the defendant will admit guilt for DUI and the prosecutor and the defendant’s lawyer will negotiate the outcome of the case, without having to go to trial.  Once the defendant and their attorney agree with the terms of the settlement, the agreement must be brought before a judge for approval.  If all parties agree on the plea bargain, it will become the order of the court.  If the defendant or their attorney has a problem with the agreement, they can decide to take the case to trial.   

At Fagan, Fagan & Davis, our lawyers provide assistance to clients during the plea bargaining process, and also represent them should a trial become necessary.  A DuPage County DUI Defense lawyer can be very helpful during this process and will make sure your rights are protected and will serve your best interests.  Deciding between a plea bargain and a trial is never an easy decision, and compromises often have to be made.  Having an attorney to advise you about plea bargains and trials will be very beneficial and will help you make the right decision.  Defendants often have a difficult time figuring out what to do in these situations and a lawyer can reduce a great deal of the stress and anxiety brought on by having to make tough choices.       

Experienced & Dedicated Plea Bargain & Trial Lawyers

Deciding between a plea bargain and a trial is an arduous task that requires careful consideration.  The attorneys at Fagan, Fagan & Davis have worked with many clients in similar situations and know how best to proceed in DUI cases.  Plea bargains can be beneficial in some situations, but other times it may become necessary to take a case to trial in order to get the desired resolution.  Your DUI defense attorney will guide you towards whatever action is appropriate for your drunk driving case. 

To learn more about Plea Bargains and trials, contact a DuPage County DUI Defense Attorney today!