The Importance of Having a Lawyer Even When Pleading Guilty Have you been charged with a drink or drug driving offence? If you have decided to plead guilty you may be wondering if there is any point to hiring a lawyer. There can be serious consequences for a guilty charge and it pays to have an experienced lawyer on your side to guide you through the process and to ensure that your penalty places as little impact on your future as possible. Here’s why it’s so important to hire a lawyer even when pleading guilty. Professional advice If you’ve never faced a drink or drug driving charge before, it’s unlikely you’ll have an in-depth understanding of how court proceedings run