When you retain a criminal defense attorney, you should know exactly what to expect from them. They are responsible for several things previous to the court dates, during the court sessions, and afterward in terms of appeals if you are convicted of a crime.

The DMV must hear from a defendant within ten days of the arrest to set up a DMV hearing. If a defendant does not set this up within ten days, the DMV will suspend the license, and the right to a hearing is forfeited.