DUI / DWI Lawyer in Lee's Summit Missouri
We Have Been Defending Clients on DUI Charges in Lee's Summit Municipal
Court Since 1993
Have you been charged with a DUI or Criminal Complaint in Lee's Summit
Missouri Municipal Court? The Law Offices of Charles R. Green has been
defending Clients on DUI and Criminal matters in Lee's Summit, Missouri
for more than twenty years. Being arrested and charged can be a frustrating,
impersonal, and overwhelming experience. Once you have posted your bond
and been released from jail you will receive a complaint (ticket) with
the first court date on the front.
Take a breath, get you vehicle out of the tow lot, and then talk to an
experienced Lee's Summit DUI Defense Lawyer at 816.361.0964.
Many DUI Lawyers in the Kansas City Area, including my office, charge nothing
for the initial consultation on your case; call us at 816.361.0964 to
discuss your options.
Get informed and take action to protect your rights and your future. We have been providing Aggressive Criminal and DUI Defense to our clients
in the Greater Kansas City Metropolitan Area for more than 20 years and
we are dedicated one hundred percent to defending Criminal and DUI charges.
How Do I Request a Drivers License Hearing in Lee's Summit?
The first court appearance, or arraignment, is a formal reading of the
charges against you and may be four to six weeks from the date you are
arrested and charged with DUI. However the clock starts running immediately
on the right to review or contest the potential suspension of your Missouri
Driving Privileges. In Missouri you have fifteen days from the date of
a chemical test failure (Breathalyzer result of .08 or greater) to request
a Drivers License Hearing.
If the Officer maintains that you refused to submit to testing, you face
a possible one-year revocation of your Drivers License and a Petition
for Review must be filed in Jackson County within 30 days. The request for Administrative Hearing is a Civil matter and is a completely
separate matter from the criminal case (DUI) filed against you. If the
request is not made within the statutorily prescribed time you lose that
right to contest the suspension.
Put Our Experienced Lee's SummitDUI Defense Lawyer to Work for You
When you hire the Law Offices of Charles R. Green one of the first steps
we take on your behalf is to request the Missouri Drivers License Hearing
which preserves your right to review and also allows you to continue driving
throughout the process.
Over the years, Attorney Green has handled a wide variety of DUI-related
cases. With an in-depth understanding of
DUI defense case strategies, he is prepared to offer clients the hard-hitting
legal representation that they need. As a Lee's Summit DUI attorney,
he has spent years developing a reputation for excellence in the legal
community throughout the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. Today,
he has an experienced understanding of DUI sentencing, field sobriety
testing, blood and breath tests, unlawful police stops, and other common
DUI areas of practice.
Challenging DWI / DUI Charges in Lee's Summit, MO
Are you facing a DWI charge in Lee's Summit, MO? The Law Offices of
Charles R. Green has the professional skill and practical experience to
obtain the favorable case outcome that you need. At the firm, Attorney
Green has served clients for more than two decades. With
20+ years of experience behind him, he has an in-depth understanding of DUI defense, common prosecution
techniques, and DUI protocol and procedure used by law enforcement. Today,
he uses this knowledge to provide an experienced DUI defense to all types
of DUI and DWI charges in Lee's Summit and the surrounding area. When
you work with Attorney Green, you can rest assured that an experienced
and seasoned
Lee's Summit DUI attorney is on your side.
Steps to Take When Charged With DUI in Lee's Summit:
Your first court date (arraignment) will usually be at least a month or
two from the date you receive the criminal complaint or ticket. However
the timer starts running immediately on the right to contest the potential
suspension of your Missouri Driving Privileges. In Missouri you have fifteen
days from the date of a chemical test failure to request a Drivers License
Hearing. If the Officer marked you down as a Refusal, a Petition for Review
must be filed in Circuit Court within 30 days. The Arresting Officer should
have served you with a 15-Day Temporary Driver Permit (Missouri DOR Form
2385). The request must be made within fifteen days of service of the
form if a test failure ( B.A.C. of .08 or greater ) was recorded or a
Petition for Review must be filed within 30 days if law enforcement says
you refused to cooperate and submit a sample.
Note: Failure to Request a Drivers License Within the time period will
result in the forfeiture of the right to review and the automatic suspension
of your Missouri Driving Privileges no matter what the ultimate outcome
of the criminal case in court.
When you hire The Law Offices of Charles R. Green one of the first steps
we take on your behalf is to request a Drivers License Hearing with the
Missouri Department of Revenue. This not only ensures your right to review but also importantly allows
you to continue to drive legally during the administrative process.
About Lee's Summit, Missouri
Lee's Summit is located primarily in Jackson County, Missouri; a small
portion of the city falls in Cass County as well. With less than 100,000
residents, Lee's Summit offers its residents a small-town atmosphere
with the opportunities of the greater Kansas City metropolitan area. Lee's
Summit is the sixth most populated city in Missouri. According to
CNN and
Money Magazine, Lee's Summit is 27th on the country's list of best cities to live in.
After the Civil War, the area became known as "Strother," but
the town eventually changed its name to Lee's Summit after a local
postmaster, Dr. Pleasant John Graves Lea. Although the local residents
requested the name "Lea's Summit," a spelling mistake resulted
in town's current title: Lee's Summit. Historians believe that
Summit was included in the name because the town was built on approximately
the highest point on the Missouri Pacific Railroad between Kansas City
and St. Louis.
Today, Lee's Summit is known for its historic downtown area, local
attractions, and vibrant cultural community. Visitors can experience local
history at the Civil War Battle of Lone Jack Site, the Lee's Summit
Historic Cemetery, and other locations. Downtown Lee's Summit is home
to farmer's markets, restaurants, shopping, museums, and a historic
train depot. In 2010, Lee's Summit was named a Great American Main
Street Award® Winner by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Lee's Summit Municipal Court Information
The Lee's Summit Municipal Court is committed to excellence in the
administration of justice. After a DUI arrest in Lee's Summit, you
may have to appear at the municipal court. The court operates from 8:00
am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. In addition to the municipal court,
Lee's Summit offers young residents the opportunity to appear before
a youth court as well. The youth court is designed to cultivate a sense
of healthy peer-pressure for teens facing criminal accusations. To learn
more about the Lee's Summit Municipal Court,
click here.
Contact the Law Offices of Charles R. Green
Do you need an attorney for DUI charges in Lee's Summit, Missouri?
Call the Law Offices of Charles R. Green to request a free case consultation.
With a better understanding of your unique case, Attorney Green can help
you understand your legal rights and circumstances. At the firm, Attorney
Green is prepared to handle
felony DUIs,
first-time DUI charges, DUIs involving accidents or injuries.
Contact our office today at 816.361.0964 or 913.383.3311.
Resource Links
About Lee's Summit
Downtown Lee's Summit
Map of Lee's Summit
DUI / DWI Info Center
Official City Website
Lee's Summit Municipal Court
10 NE Tudor Rd.
Lee's Summit, MO 64086
Phone: (816) 969-1150