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Enter your city, state, or Zip code below to locate a qualified attorney who has demonstrated a commitment to defend those accused of DUI and related crimes.
Experienced DUI Defense Attorneys
Members of the NCDD are the most experienced DUI defense attorneys in the United States and Canada. Regardless of your location, we can connect you with a lawyer who can help you understand the drunk driving laws in your state or province and work with you to determine your best options for defense.
NCDD Board Certification
Attorneys who are Board Certified by the NCDD can demonstrate that they have a substantive understanding of DUI laws, evidentiary issues, and effective methods of defense. To become Board Certified, a lawyer must pass written and oral examinations that reflect the knowledge and skills needed for an enhanced level of advocacy in the field of DUI defense.
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NCDD National Task Force Committee List 2021-2022
The National College for DUI Defense National Task Force maintains a number of committees that are intended to provide relevant information to members, represent the positions of the NCDD and the Board, and protect the rights of citizens pertaining to impaired driving cases. The individuals who serve on these committees play an important role in fulfilling the overall goals of the NCDD and its Board.
NCDD Sessions and Seminars
NACDL & NCDD's 26th Annual DUI Seminar - DWI Means Defend With Ingenuity™
Sep 29, 2022 - Oct 01, 2022
NACDL & NCDD's 2022 Annual Seminar "DWI Means Defend With Ingenuity" Seminar "Practice Like a Pro" will be held on September 28 - October 1, 2022 at Planet Hollywood Hotel in Las Vegas, NV. If you are serious about being...
NHTSA SFTS Student Course
Oct 27, 2022 - Oct 29, 2022
This three day program will be held October 27-29, 2022 in Vancouver, WA. If you have not yet taken the NHTSA Student Course you are cheating yourself. This course is a must for anyone defending accused impaired drivers. Due to the...
SAVE THE DATE-2023 Winter Session
Jan 12, 2023 - Jan 13, 2023
Andaz San Diego Hotel. Facing Death: Case Studies and Trial Practice in the DUI Death and Serious Injury Case Featuring: Mark Richards, Esq. ”I Don’t Represent Causes, I Represent Clients!” State of Wisconsin v. Kyle H. Rittenhouse SEMINAR DAY ONE-Thursday January 12, 2023 TimeEvent DescriptionPresenter 8:00...
SAVE THE DATE-Serious Science Advanced Course in Blood Drug Analysis & Trial Advocacy
Jun 09, 2023 - Jun 14, 2023
June 9-14, 2023 Arlington, TX The Serious Science Blood Alcohol Analysis course is designed to combine hard science and trial advocacy. There is no better course on forensic science and trial advocacy in America. More Information Coming Soon....
NATIONAL TASK FORCE WEBINARS


What is "Client Care" and How it Differs from "Case Management"
Sponsored by INTOXALOCK, the Official Alcohol Monitoring Partner of the NCDD
A 60 minute Webinar offered free to NCDD Members
Because this Webinar is presented free of charge as a benefit to NCDD members, CLE forms will be provided to attendees. Attendees desiring CLE credit are responsible for filing the form with their State Bar and paying any costs charged by their State Bar, if applicable.
When: August 25, 2022 1:00 PM PST / 2:00 PM MST / 3:00 PM CST / 4:00 PM EST


MEMBERS IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Kim Benjamin
01/12/2022
Kim Benjamin The NCDD Member in the Spotlight is Kimberly Benjamin of Belton, Missouri. Kim has been practicing criminal defense for over 25 years. On top of her practice, Kim has committed herself to teaching trial skills as a faculty member of the Gerry Spence Trial Lawyers College (TLC). She was born in Sacramento, California and was adopted by parents who...

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By Steven B. Epstein "Objection!" No other single word uttered during a trial can immediately capture the courtroom's attention. The next words uttered by both parties (if given that chance) will result in a ruling from the court. There will be a loser and there will be a winner. That contest is a moment bursting with dramatic tension, and drama demands...
Become an NCDD Member
Benefits of NCDD Membership
Members of the NCDD not only demonstrate that they are qualified DUI defense attorneys, but they have access to valuable information and resources. We provide access to documentation blood alcohol testing devices and scientific articles related to alcohol, drugs, driving, and testing. We offer training on trial techniques and scientific testing, and we provide access to experts and a comprehensive knowledge base of cases and motions. With all of these resources at your fingertips, you will be able to win more cases.
Membership Plans
Depending on your level of experience, we offer multiple plans for NCDD Membership. Attorneys who have been practicing for less than six years are eligible for a New Attorney membership, while those who have been practicing for over six years can receive a Seasoned Attorney membership. We also offer memberships for Public Defenders. Members may select our Auto-Renew option, or they may manually renew their membership each year.
VIRTUAL FORENSIC LIBRARY
NCDD members have access to a comprehensive forensic library that provides invaluable information to be used when defending clients charged with DUI. This library includes scientific articles on drug and alcohol intoxication, toxicology and pharmacology, methods of testing for blood alcohol content, field sobriety testing, potential errors that may occur during testing, accident reconstruction, expert testimony, and evidentiary rules. This valuable information can ensure that you provide a high quality defense to clients charged with DUI based on the circumstances of their case and the laws in their state.