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DUI/DWI and Drug Possession Defense Practice: How to Get Started

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Steven Vinick
With Steven B. Vinick from Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll, P.C.

Wed, Sep 30, 00:00 AM – 00:00 PM

Product ID 102393

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Overview

Add a Reliable Revenue Stream With DUI Defense

Looking to add DUI/DWI or drug defense to your practice? This practical, fast-paced program shows you how to get started - no criminal law background required. In just 90 minutes, you'll learn how to screen cases, spot key defenses, and confidently handle common DUI/DWI and drug possession matters from intake to resolution. Plus, you'll get sample checklists, forms, and other tools you can use right away. Register today!

  • Ask the right intake questions and identify red flags.
  • Spot key defense opportunities in traffic stops, field sobriety tests, and chemical testing.
  • Use practical strategies to negotiate charges, penalties, and diversion options.

Abbreviated Agenda

  1. DUI/DWI and Drug Charge Basics
    1. Elements of DUI/DWI Offenses
    2. Drug Possession Charges
    3. Collateral Consequences - What's at Stake
  2. Intake and Case Screening - With Sample Questions and Checklist
    1. Key Questions
    2. Red Flags
    3. Spotting Constitutional Issues Early
  3. The Two-Track Case: Don't Overlook the Administrative License Fight!
  4. Building Your Defense: Stop, Tests, and Statements
    1. Traffic Stop and Fourth Amendment Foundation
    2. Field Sobriety Tests - How to Attack Them
    3. Chemical Testing
    4. Drug Possession Defenses
    5. Miranda and Statements
    6. Sample Motions
  5. Plea Negotiations: Know What to Ask for
  6. Diversion and Alternative Resolution Programs
  7. Building Your Practice: Fee Setting, First Cases, Marketing Pointers, and When to Refer Out

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Product ID 102393

Credit Details

Credits Available
Credit Status Total
California MCLE Paralegal Approved 1.5 Total
Alaska CLE Reciprocity 1.5 Total
Alabama CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Arkansas CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Arizona CLE Approved 1.5 Total
California CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Colorado CLE Approved 2 Total
Connecticut CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Delaware CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Florida CLE Approved 2 Total
Georgia CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Hawaii CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Iowa CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
Illinois CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Indiana CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Kansas CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
Kentucky CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Maine CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Minnesota CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Missouri CLE Approved 1.8 Total
Northern Mariana Islands CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Montana CLE Approved 1.5 Total
North Carolina CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Nebraska CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New Hampshire CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New Jersey CLE Approved 1.8 Total
New Mexico CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Nevada CLE Approved 1.5 Total
New York CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Ohio CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Oklahoma CLE Approved 2 Total
Pennsylvania CLE Approved 1.5 Total
South Carolina CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Tennessee CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Texas CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Utah CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Virginia CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Vermont CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Washington CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Wisconsin CLE Approved 1.5 Total
West Virginia CLE Approved 1.8 Total
Wyoming CLE Upon Request 1.5 Total
Delaware Certified Paralegal Program Approved 1.5 Total
Florida Registered Paralegal Approved 2 Total
Indiana Paralegal CLE Approved 1.5 Total
Montana CLE Credit for Paralegals Approved 1.5 Total
North Carolina Continuing Paralegal Education Approved 1.5 Total
New Mexico Paralegal Division, State Bar of Approved 1.5 Total
Ohio Certified Paralegals Approved 1.5 Total
NFPA Approved 0 Total
Texas State Bar of Paralegal Division Approved 1.5 Total
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  1. DUI/DWI and Drug Possession Defense Practice: How to Get Started

    1. DUI/DWI and Drug Charge Basics
      1. Elements of DUI/DWI Offenses
      2. Drug Possession Charges
      3. Collateral Consequences - What's at Stake
    2. Intake and Case Screening - With Sample Questions and Checklist
      1. Key Questions
      2. Red Flags
      3. Spotting Constitutional Issues Early
    3. The Two-Track Case: Don't Overlook the Administrative License Fight!
    4. Building Your Defense: Stop, Tests, and Statements
      1. Traffic Stop and Fourth Amendment Foundation
      2. Field Sobriety Tests - How to Attack Them
      3. Chemical Testing
      4. Drug Possession Defenses
      5. Miranda and Statements
      6. Sample Motions
    5. Plea Negotiations: Know What to Ask for
    6. Diversion and Alternative Resolution Programs
    7. Building Your Practice: Fee Setting, First Cases, Marketing Pointers, and When to Refer Out

Who Should Attend

This program is ideal for new criminal lawyers and general or civil practitioners looking to add a high-demand service and confidently handle DUI/DWI and drug cases. Paralegals will also gain practical insight into supporting these matters.

Speakers

Steven B Vinick
Steven B.
Vinick
Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll, P.C.
Speaker bio
Steven B Vinick

Steven B. Vinick

Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll, P.C.
Steven Vinick

is of counsel with the law firm of Stein Sperling Bennett De Jong Driscoll, P.C., with over 20 years of experience in the fields of personal injury law, medical malpractice, criminal defense, and general civil litigation. Mr. Vinick is a frequent lecturer on numerous topics including civil litigation, automobile claims, depositions, evidence, Medicare and criminal defense. Mr. Vinick speaks to many organizations such as the National Business Institute, the Maryland State Bar Association and The Federal Bar Association. He earned his B.A. degree, Phi Beta Kappa and magna cum laude, from the University of Maryland; and his J.D. degree, cum laude, from the University of Baltimore School of Law. Mr. Vinick is a member of the Bar Associations of Montgomery County, Maryland Montgomery County Bar Foundation (Bar Leader), Maryland State Bar Association (vice chair, Continuing Legal Education & Publications Committee), Prince George's County Bar Association (president (2025-2026)-president-elect (2024-2025)-Board of Directors-Executive Committee-Tort Law Committee co-chair-treasurer), The Bar Association of the District of Columbia, Washington D.C. Trial Lawyers Association, Prince George's County, Judicial Nominating Commission, Maryland Association for Justice and the American Association for Justice. Mr. Vinick is licensed to practice law in Maryland, District of Columbia, Virginia, U.S. District Court, District of Maryland, U.S. District Court, District of Columbia, U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit and the U.S. Supreme Court. He has been honored and awarded the Best Lawyers (2019-2026), Maryland Super Lawyer (2012-2026) (Top 100 Attorney in Maryland (2022-2025)), Washington D.C. Super Lawyer (2012-2023) Bethesda Magazine (Top Attorney (2019, 2021, 2023, 2025)), and the Best Attorneys of America, Lifetime Member Maryland Association of Justice (Trial Lawyer of the Year (2011).

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