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DUI Property Damage Reduced to Reckless Driving

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DISCLAIMER: The results are specific to the facts and legal circumstances of each of the clients’ cases and should not be used to form an expectation that the same results could be obtained for other clients in similar matters without reference to the specific factual and legal circumstances of each client’s case.

Summary:

This case involves a 33-year-old woman who was charged with a DUI with damage to property as a result of crashing her vehicle into the fence of a local business. This was reduced to reckless driving due to incredible defense by our attorney, Susan Lawson. This amazing result was accomplished through multiple strategy sessions and mitigation.

Facts of the Case: 

After crashing her vehicle into a fence in Pompano Beach, Florida, our client was met with an officer who stated that he immediately smelled the odor of alcohol and noticed a lack of balance and slurred speech. For this reason, various field sobriety exercises were conducted. First, a Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus test took place in which the defendant constantly moved her head and the officer saw nystagmus in her eyeballs. Following this exercise, a walk and turn test was initiated where the defendant began the exercise too early and did not take the proper number of steps and used her arm to balance. Lastly, the defendant could not properly balance or understand direction during a one-leg stand test.

Due to the poor performance in these exercises, our client was arrested for driving under the influence. The charges were as following:

  • DUI Property Damage/Injury
  • Driving Under the Influence

Process and Result:

Susan Lawson had many strategy sessions to discuss the facts involved in this case with the client. During the initial strategy session, the client claimed that a girl on a bike pulled in front of her car and she had to swerve, causing her car to crash into the fence. Damage was also inflicted on the side of the building. Multiple motions for continuances were filed. An unopposed motion for depositions was also filed in order to allow defense counsel to take the deposition for officers that responded to the scene and individuals who saw the crash take place. An initial arrest and arraignment was held. Multiple calendar calls and a trial also took place.

Final Result:

Susan Lawson was able to get this case reduced to reckless driving with 4 months probation with random testing once a month. This result came to fruition due to hard work and a carefully curated mitigation package. The mitigation for this case included the client’s full completion of a treatment program and DUI school. The client successfully completed both of these programs which showed her regret for her actions and determination to grow from her mistake. Our client works as a teacher, so this result allowed her to keep doing what she loves and move forward to a greater future. 

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00:07 08 Sep 22
In one of the most stressful times in my life, Rossen Law Firm was there for me. Leaving no stone unturned they provided patience and knowledge in every detail of my case. I’m very thankful and proud of this law firm family and especially of my lawyer, Scott Simmons for guiding, defending and helping me in every way possible. He and this law firm family come highly recommended from personal experience!!!
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15:24 26 Aug 22
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13:27 28 Jul 22
Adam Rossen and the team at Rossen Law took great care in handling my case. They are very professional, and get the job done. I was particular relieved to see just how much empathy they showed with me, and how effortless it was to be their client.I literally visited them twice. My initial consultation, and then to pickup the final docs. I have nothing but great things to say about these folks, and I would highly recommend them to anyone. Thanks Guys.
Terry ChristopherTerry Christopher
12:32 09 May 22
I had an amazing experience with The Rossen Law Firm. The staff were very professional. Attorney Susan Lawson went above and beyond working on my case. We were thoroughly prepared for trial. Mrs. Lawson reviewed hours of body and dash camera footage multiple times and aggressively performed depositions on witnesses and law enforcement.The final outcome for me was the state dropped my case, due to the great work Susan and the Rossen team performed. I didn’t even need to go to trial.This law firm does not play around. They pay attention to detail and they FIGHT FOR YOU!Thank you Adam, team, and a special thank you to Susan for your amazing work! I really appreciate you.
Ketiana ProvinceKetiana Province
20:27 23 Mar 22
My experience with Rossen Law Firm was excellent. From the consultation to the end.. My attorney Susan Lawson gave my son's case all the time and attention that was needed to be successful in court. She was confident during all the court proceedings. My favorite part was when she said we are family, never once my son and I were treated other then that. I very much appreciate the knowledge and support I received through Rossen Law Firm.
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