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Whitney Polson

Whitney Polson

Alabama DUI Lawyer and Criminal Defense Attorney Birmingham and Mountain Brook,
  • Criminal Law, DUI & DWI, Domestic Violence
  • Alabama
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Biography

Whitney Benjamin Polson
Licensed Alabama Attorney Since 2004

Whitney B. Polson is a top-rated criminal defense attorney who practices law in Birmingham, Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills, Auburn and many other Alabama cities. Whitney handles criminal defense matters throughout the entire State of Alabama. Whitney also serves as a Municipal Judge.

Awards
Super Lawyers Top-Rated DUI-DWI Attorney in Birmingham, AL
Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Whitney received Super Lawyers Rising Stars designation subsequent to undergoing an evaluation of many different factors including peer recognition and professional achievement.
Martindale-Hubbell Rated

Education: Auburn University B.A. Political Science
Samford University Cumberland School of Law

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, DUI Defense Felony and Misdemeanor Cases, Personal Injury Plaintiffs

Polson & Polson, P.C.
2824 Central Ave #150
Birmingham, AL 35209
Phone: (205) 871-8838
24/7 Helpline: 205-401-3171

Co-author of book on Alabama DUI laws.

Practice Areas
Criminal Law
Criminal Appeals, Drug Crimes, Expungement, Fraud, Gun Crimes, Internet Crimes, Sex Crimes, Theft, Violent Crimes
DUI & DWI
Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence Restraining Orders
Additional Practice Areas
  • Sex Crimes
  • Driving under the Influence
  • Family Violence - Domestic Violence 3rd, 2nd & 1st, Strangulation/Suffocation
  • Theft of Property and Theft Offenses
  • Drugged Driving
  • DUI Drugs
  • Drug Offenses - Trafficking, Distribution, Possession with Intent to Distribute,
  • Alcohol Offenses - Public Intoxication, Minor in Possession of Alcohol, Open Con
  • Sexual Offenses
  • Serious Traffic Charges - DUI, Reckless Driving, Attempting to Elude, Reckless E
  • Professional License / Board Representation
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
    VISA, Mastercard, and American Express We can sometimes work out a fee payment plan. too
  • Contingent Fees
    Initial appointment and lawyer consultation are FREE. For a 2nd opinion review of your cases, our law office requires a case review fee on a criminal case for which another criminal attorney is presently representing you. Except for clients who have retained one of our Alabama attorneys, our criminal law attorneys do not process the DPS administrative license suspension appeal letter or ignition interlock permit applications. The ALS matter must be handled within 10 days of arrest. Traffic ticket lawyer cost varies, depending on seriousness of the charges and court location. My law partner, Mark Polson, and I handle criminal law cases anywhere in Alabama. With over 60 years of combined legal experience, our law group near Birmingham AL also handles injury claims across Alabama. If you or a loved one were seriously injured or need an accident injury firm call our auto accident law firm at our law office is prepared to start immediately.
  • Rates, Retainers and Additional Information
    For any and all misdemeanor or felony criminal offenses, our criminal law experts can assist you.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Alabama
Alabama State Bar Association
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Languages
  • English: Spoken, Written
Professional Experience
Polson & Polson, P.C.
Current
Education
Cumberland School of Law, Samford University
J.D.
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Auburn University
B.A.
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Awards
Distinguished
Martindale-Hubbell
Silver Champion
Martindale-Hubbell
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
Rising Star
Super Lawyers
DUI Defense
Professional Associations
Alabama State Bar
Member
Current
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Alabama DUI Defense - The Law & Practice - 5th Edition
Lawyers & Judges Publishing
Alabama DUI Defense
Lawyers & Judges Publishing
Speaking Engagements
Guest Law Professor, Alabama
Cumberland School of Law
Certifications
Regional Cross-Examination
Trial Lawyers College
Mastering Scientific Evidence - Certificate of Completion
National College for DUI Defense & Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
CLE Completion - DUI/Traffic Homicide Seminar
Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Completion Certificate Mastering Scientific Evidence in DUI
National College for DUI Defense & Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Completion Certificate Advanced DUI Seminar
Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
Websites & Blogs
Website
Whitney Polson's Website Profile
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Polson & Polson, P.C. Website
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Alabama DUI Defense
Legal Answers
1 Questions Answered
Q. Can the city of Millbrook have jurisdiction in Prattville on highwAy 14
A: Venue is the legal term for where a legal case can be tried. If the crime and arrest were outside the city limits jurisdiction of the Millbrook officer, then your criminal lawyer can file an appropriate motion to dismiss the charge for improper venue.
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Contact & Map
Polson & Polson, P.C.
2824 Central Ave
#150
Birmingham, AL 35209
US
Telephone: (205) 871-8838
Fax: (205) 871-8832
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours (Today)
Notice: After hours call or text (205) 401-3171 Virtual consultations availablevia Zoom, Skype, and Google DUO