After a DUI arrest, prioritize your safety and the safety of others, then comply with lawful instructions while avoiding unnecessary statements. Request legal representation as soon as possible and take notes about the arrest, including officer names, times, and any field tests or statements made. If chemical testing was performed, document the results and preserve receipts or records related to the stop and any subsequent medical attention. This information is essential for preparing administrative and criminal responses and can inform strategy for license challenges and criminal defense. Early contact with counsel helps ensure that timelines for hearings and filings are met and that evidence is preserved. An attorney can assist with the administrative process that affects driving privileges as well as the criminal case. This may include preparing for license hearings, requesting discovery from law enforcement, and evaluating whether procedural errors or testing issues could influence the outcome. Legal advice helps weigh options such as negotiating a plea, challenging test admissibility, or pursuing alternative resolutions that minimize long-term impacts on driving and employment. Open communication with counsel about prior driving history and personal circumstances supports tailored recommendations for next steps.