What are the benefits to getting a DUI attorney if your BAC is beyond a level where the courts will reduce?

nimzaj1969 asked:


I have a friend that is contemplating whether to get an attorney or not for a recent DUI arrest. He lives in Las Vegas and it’s his first but his concern is wasting money on an attorney if there is little chance of getting it reduced.

Also a point that might be worth mentioning, when he was pulled over, he requested a seargant come to the scene and was denied the request. Is there any merit to this and does he have any recourse if he does pursue with an attorney?