1. Treating the DUI like a regular traffic ticket.

2. Representing yourself, instead of obtaining an Attorney.

3. Obtaining a court appointed Attorney.

4. Not fighting the DMV License Suspension

5. Representing yourself at the DMV hearing.

6. Pleading "No Contest" or "Guilty" at first appearance.

7. Failing to appear on Court Date.

8. Taking advice from friends or "jailhouse lawyers".

9. Taking advice from the District Attorney

10. Failing to preserve or prepare evidence for the case

For more information see the article section.

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