Being arrested for DUI in Washington State is an introduction to a world of complex law, demanding Judges, fickle prosecuting attorneys, biased Department of Licensing hearing officers, exaggerating police officers, and a multitude of conditions and expenses that seem to never end. Such punishment and conditions may include jail, probation, fines, court dates, a department of licensing hearing, license suspension, ignition interlock device, SR 22 insurance, alcohol evaluation, alcohol awareness class or treatment, and a DUI victim's panel, among many possible requirements. This is why most people feel overwhelmed after they face the sobering fact that they are in for a long and difficult journey. It is therefore important that a person who has been arrested for DUI immediately educate themselves about the many requirements demanded of them. The first thing you should do is confirm whether you have been provided a court date. Not every jurisdiction provides an immediate court date but many do, and in these jurisdictions you will need to appear within a few days of your arrest. As such you must prepare to appear in court so that you do not risk a bench warrant for your arrest. Washington Courts that typically demand you appear in court for an arraignment immediately following your DUI arrest include Seattle, Everett, Lynnwood, Edmonds, Mukilteo, Skagit County and Island County, just to name a few. The next thing you must do following a DUI arrest is to contact a qualified DUI attorney. Such an attorney should be a good sounding board and will be able to advise you about the immediate concerns. This is particularly true if you must immediately appear in Court as there may be a risk of harsh conditions or imposed by the Judge. Preparation and knowledge is the key. If you have been arrested you must immediately be aware of the following: -If there a court date you must immediately make plans to appear in court; -If you have a prior DUI arrest or the facts of your case are severe you must prepare to bail yourself out from custody at your first court appearance (read the section on bail in the upcoming chapter); -You must complete and mail (or apply online) the Department of Licensing (DOL) Driver's Hearing Request Form (within 20 days of your arrest) if your BAC was over 0.08 or if you refused the breath or blood test; -Your DOL Hearing will be set within 60 days of your arrest; -If your license is suspended you may be eligible for a restrictive license; -You will be required to undertake an alcohol evaluation; -You must contact an experienced DUI attorney to discuss your options. If you have been arrested for DUI in Washington State or know someone who has, it is imperative to become educated about the DUI process quickly. The Washington State DUI Pocket Handbook provides the reader all the information on the Washington DUI process in an easy to read, concise yet thorough format. This book "trims the fat" that exists in other DUI guidebooks and gives the reader all of the necessary information immediately. The Washington State DUI Pocket Handbook clarifies a difficult legal environment and gives the reader all the information they will need to completely prepare for their legal battle.