However, this request must be made within 10 days of your arrest. A hearing will then be set sometime within 30 days of my demand. An attorney from my office will appear at the hearing and will vigorously present your case in an attempt to have your license reinstated while the DUI case is pending. If we are unable to have the suspension lifted, we will then seek to have a hardship permit issued which will allow you to drive for employment purposes. Due to the numerous deadlines which apply to these types of proceedings, it is crucial that you contact my office immediately so that you do not miss your opportunity to have a Formal Review Hearing.
Time is of the essence.
If you simply sit around and wait, you will be giving up important rights to properly contest your case. Aside from the license concerns we have just discussed, getting arrested for DUI will also lead to criminal charges being filed against you by the State Attorney's Office. Approximately 30 days after being arrested, you will receive a court notice with your arraignment date. This will be the first date that you have to appear in front of a judge to answer for the charges which have been filed against you. Having to appear in court can be a very frightening and intimidating experience for someone who is not accustomed to it.