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SPOKANE, WA · DUI RESOURCE CENTER

DUI Resource Center

Answers for the days after a DUI arrest

GUIDES, FAQS & ARTICLES

A DUI arrest raises a lot of questions at once — about court, your license, your job and what happens next. This resource center brings together our most helpful guides and articles in one place.

Start with the deadlines

Two things happen after a Washington DUI arrest: a criminal case in court and an administrative action against your driver’s license. The license side moves first — you have only 7 days to request a DOL hearing.

These resources are general information, not legal advice. Every case is different, and the best next step is a conversation about your specific situation.

Chris Bugbee, Spokane criminal defense attorney

Questions Our Guides Don’t Answer?

Chris Bugbee is a former Spokane County prosecutor with 30+ years of criminal law experience and nearly 200 jury cases.

He offers a free, confidential consultation to explain your options and your next steps.

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YOUR FIRST STEPS

What to do right after a DUI arrest

The first days after an arrest matter most. Protect your license, protect your rights, and get informed advice before making decisions.

The checklist below covers the steps people most often miss.

Request your DOL hearing within 7 days of your arrest (or of receiving the DOL’s notice of suspension, if later) to protect your right to challenge the license suspension.

Have a question that isn’t answered here? Call Bugbee Law Office, P.S. today for a free case evaluation.

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The information on this website is general information, not legal advice. Every case is different, and past results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Read the full disclaimer.