A Holistic Plan of Action

At Blizzard & Zimmerman Attorneys, we approach every case with the understanding that each client is more than their charges. For this client, addressing the root causes of her arrest was just as important as navigating the legal system.

Step 1: Analyzing the Case

The first step was a detailed review of the facts surrounding her arrest. From the breath test results to the collision, we scrutinized every element of the case, searching for weaknesses or angles we could use in her defense.

While the evidence of intoxication presented a challenge, it was crucial to contextualize her actions. This strategy would become a foundation for achieving a more favorable outcome.

Step 2: Building a Proactive Action Plan

The next step involved creating an action plan focused on tackling the underlying issues that contributed to her mistake. Working closely with our client, we identified steps she could take over the following months to demonstrate accountability and a commitment to personal change.

These included:

• Enrolling in and completing a substance education program to better understand the dangers of impaired driving.
• Attending counseling sessions to address the behaviors that led to the arrest.
• Volunteering for community service to repair some of the damage caused and highlight her willingness to give back.

Encouraging these proactive efforts wasn't just about checking boxes - it was a way to help our client become a stronger advocate for her own success both in and out of court.

Step 3: Presenting the Case for Redemption

After months of consistent effort from our client, we were ready to advocate for her in court. The key to this step was highlighting everything she had achieved since her arrest.

We worked to show the prosecutor the human side of the case - a professional, responsible individual who had made a mistake but was committed to growth and a safer, more responsible future. By presenting evidence of her completed action plan and detailing the significant steps she had taken, we crafted a narrative of redemption instead of wrongdoing.

This approach was critical in negotiations, as it centered the discussion around her progress and potential rather than just the single event of her arrest.