Answer: NO! When you are arrested for a crime, you merely stand accused of committing that crime. You are not automatically guilty just because some law enforcement officer accuses you of a crime. You are presumed not guilty until either you admit guilt by pleading guilty or until you are found guilty by a Judge or jury. You should plead “not guilty” at the arraignment just because some Prosecutor decided he or she had enough evidence to charge the case. You will have plenty of time and will be afforded plenty of information and opportunity to secure legal advice until you are faced with the decision whether to either take your chances with a jury or plead guilty. In the DUI context, you might also be eligible for the deferred prosecution alternative where you trade alcohol treatment in return for a dismissal of the charges against you. There is too much at stake here. Your license to drive a motor vehicle. Your personal freedom. Your job. Sometimes even your marriage and family.