Affordable DUI Representation

Washington DUI Attorney

We represent clients facing DUI charges on a flat-fee basis. That means that all the time, research, court appearances and investigation on your case is covered. You do not have to worry about being charged an extra fee for our time. We believe that it is important that you fully understand your options and the law and that we take our time to come up with the best plan to fight your case.

We try our best to keep our rates affordable without sacrificing the quality of our representation. We strongly believe in criminal defense and that you are at a severe disadvantage when you are facing a criminal charge without a good attorney. We will work with you to help you afford our representation. Our initial consultation is always free whether it is in person or over the phone.

DUI Court Hearings

DUI charges involve several court hearings. The first court date is called the arraignment. At this hearing we enter a not guilty plea on your behalf. The court then orders conditions of release, which include ordering that you not consume any alcohol or non-prescription controlled substances, do not drive without a valid license and keep in contact with your attorney. The court then schedules a follow-up court date in order to check in on the status of the case.

The next hearing is a pretrial hearing where we let the judge know the direction we are going in the case. At this hearing we can schedule another pretrial date, a trial date or a hearing to resolve the case. We can also schedule a hearing to argue a legal issue in front of the court.

We do not charge any extra for these hearings as part of our flat-fee agreement. Sometimes cases take longer than anticipated because there could be a number of issues that require extra time to get a better outcome for you. We offer flat-fee representation to make a DUI lawyer affordable.

Experienced Trial Attorney

We have handled hundreds of DUI matters and we know which direction to take your particular case. Often there are legal issues that should be challenged and leveraged in your favor, which include suppression motions and other issues with the state’s evidence. Often this will lead to a favorable plea agreement without the risk of trial. Sometimes a DUI needs to go to trial and we have the experience to give you the best shot to win your case in front of a jury. Each client is involved in the strategy for their case and will ultimately decide which direction they are comfortable taking their case.

Have a Question About Your DUI?

Call or email my office to ask a question about your case. Being charged with a crime is very stressful and you need to be sure you are making the right decisions. Use the contact form or give us a call. I will try to personally answer your questions as best I can.

We represent clients in the Vancouver, WA and surrounding areas including Camas, Battle Ground, Washougal, Portland Metro Area.

Feb 29, 2024

by GC on Kris Carrasco Attorney at Law

Out of State Restraining Order

I was in a horrible situation where the mother of my son had me arrested on false claims so she could kidnap our son and move to Washington from California. She filed a restraining order when she got to Washington, listing our son as a protected party and claimed I had been abusive to her and him, writing a statement filled with lies and stories going back many years. She went so far as to have her family members, whom had never left Washington submit statements as well. The whole thing was disturbing and as a result I wasn't able to see my son for months. Kris didn't get dragged into arguing the meritless claims she made but instead focused on the actual law. Washington did not have jurisdiction over me and as a result a restraining order was not legal. A temp judge granted the restraining order and Kris made the judge explain on the stand multiple times how Washington had jurisdiction. She could not. He filed a motion for reconsideration shortly after outlining case law and making it clear that the temp judge had made a mistake. A commissioner reviewed and granted the motion for reconsideration. As a result, I was able to be reunited with my son, 102 days later. Kris is an amazing lawyer and I can't thank him enough for what he did for me and my son. Don't hesitate to hire him.