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Q: I was charged with a dui after leaving the scene of an assault against me. Immediately after. I have no record

A neighbor called 911 and I could not find my phone to call the police. I did not know the neighbor had called. I was assaulted by 3-4 individuals

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Anthony M. Avery
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  • Knoxville, TN
  • Licensed in Tennessee

A: What is your question? Driving Under the Influence is not excused by leaving an attack. If there is a friendly witness available, the DA might be more understanding. But I doubt it. Hire a competent attorney to put together a thorough Preliminary Hearing. The assailants are not going to help your case.

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