Whitney Benjamin Polson

Whitney Benjamin Polson

also known as Whitney B. Polson

4.7
Rating: 9.1

Licensed for 21 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Birmingham, AL
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense, Expungement

2824 Central Avenue,, Suite 150, Birmingham, AL

About Whitney

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 70%

Statewide DUI Defense Practice. Covering all of Alabama.

22 years

70%
Criminal Defense 29%

Statewide Felony & Misdemeanor cases. Covering all of Alabama.

22 years

29%
Expungement 1%

Statewide Expungement Representation.

1%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in Alabama for 21 years

State: Alabama

Acquired: 2004

Occupational License - Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

Location

Polson & Polson P.C

2824 Central Avenue,, Suite 150, Birmingham, AL, 35209

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Whitney Benjamin Polson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.7 /5.0

21 Client Reviews

Posted by anonymous | March 24, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Disappointed

Expected Mr. Whitney to represent me however he didn't and it forced me to eventually switch lawyers, due to poor representation. But everything worked out in the end.

Posted by Randy Dupree | May 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

He is the best they have to offer

I highly recommend Whitney Polson he was hired to take care of a legal matter In the matter of days it was taken dismiss of if you have a problem he's your man

Posted by TIMOTHY | May 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Husband

He was excellent in helping my wife with her situation I really appreciate for what he did

Posted by Jessica | May 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Knowledgeable Attorney

The service that was received from Attorney Polson was no less than astounding. From the start of contact Mr. Whitney were communicable with each in-depth step with the case. If you come across Attorney Whitney, whether Google or word of mouth please understand you were divinely brought to him and ...placed in god’s grace. Wonderful, Knowledgeable, Supportive, and knows the law.

Posted by Amir | May 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Outstanding lawyer

This lawyer is a connoisseur to law!!!! He was helpful and deligent. I would recommend this lawyer to anyone. I was also proud to get the results I wanted

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Whitney Benjamin Polson's Lawyer Endorsements

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Gregory Cade

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Truly exceptional and professional attorney with an outstanding reputation in the legal field for providing high quality representation and results for his clients! I highly endorse Mr. Whitney"

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William Head

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whitney Polson and his DUI law firm have helped many people that I have sent to their Birmingham DUI Lawyer offices. The Polson & Polson firm reputation for getting top results on Alabama DUI cases is why I sent them cases in Tuscaloosa, Birmingham and numerous other cities. All reports back from these referred Alabama criminal cases have been positive, if not glowing, in their praise. Two thumbs up for Whitney Polson!"

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Jim Owen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer."

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Byron Ketcham

DUI and DWI lawyer | Dec 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whitney has always been a great resource when it comes to DUI law and you wont find a more capable DUI attorney in Alabama. I highly recommend him."

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Tonya Burleson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whitney Polson is an exceptional DUI defense attorney. I have know Whitney's father for over twenty years, and Whitney for over five years. When I hear Whitney speak on the subject of DUI defense, it is clear that he has inherited his father's brilliant mind and ability. His knowledge and skill are remarkable. I would not hesitate to recommend this lawyer to anyone facing a DUI issue in Alabama."

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William Andrews

Criminal defense lawyer | Mar 23

Relationship: Friend

"I've known Whitney since we started playing sports together 30 years ago. He is as fierce a competitor today as he was then. I wouldn't hesitate to put my life in his hands."

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James Owen

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. As a fellow DUIDLA member, I know that Mr. Polson is dedicated to excellence in DUI defense."

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Timothy O'Laughlin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Polson is well known in the legal community as an effective advocate for his clients."

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John Lloyd

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Polson is one of the finest DUI defense attorneys in the State of Alabama. Mr. Polson's knowledge of the nuances of DUI practice is second to none. I highly recommend Mr. Polson to anyone needing representation on a DUI charge."

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Lance Mixon

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Whitney Polson without hesitation. I have sought his sound advice on some interstate driver's license issues involving Alabama residents who were accused of crimes here in Mississippi, and he has always come through with what I needed to know. He is an excellent and highly skilled defender in Alabama. His clients are well served. Lance O. Mixon Flowood, Mississippi"

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Steffanie Walczak

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Nicholas Grode

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Polson is well versed in DUI/DWI defense and consistently achieves exceptional results for this clients."

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William Housley

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He prides himself in being well versed in DUI defense and genuinely cares for his clients."

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Misty Fields

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 07

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. He is a very passionate attorney who knows the law well."

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Gordon Brady

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whitney is a hard working and extremely bright attorney who concentrates his practice in all areas of criminal defense; as well certain civil matters. Should a friend and/or family ever face an unfortunate situation, he would be my first point of reference."

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Zachary Peagler

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Whitney is one of the best DUI defense attorneys in Alabama. He is the most knowledgeable DUI attorney I have worked with, and is the first person I call when I come across an area of DUI law that I have not previously come across in my practice as a DUI lawyer."

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Alan Lasseter

Personal injury lawyer

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James Owen

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Timothy O'Laughlin

Criminal defense lawyer

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Bill Powers

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Harley Wagner

DUI and DWI lawyer

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William Andrews

Personal injury lawyer

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John Lloyd

Appeals lawyer

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Patrick Mahaney

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Lance Mixon

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Donald Ramsell

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Victor Carmody

DUI and DWI lawyer

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Allen Trapp

DUI and DWI lawyer

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William Head

DUI and DWI lawyer

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William Housley

Criminal defense lawyer

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Gordon Brady

Insurance lawyer

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Hirlye Lutz

Personal injury lawyer

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Marcus Polson

DUI and DWI lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.1 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Mastering Scientific Evidence-Certificate of Completion, National College for DUI Defense

2015

CLE Completion-DUI/Traffic Homicide Seminar, Alabama Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2014

Completion Certificate Mastering Scientific Evidence in DUI, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2014

Completion Certificate Advanced DUI Seminar, Montgomery County Bar Association

2013

Rising Star, SuperLawyers

2012

Completion Certificate Mastering Scientific Evidence in DUI, Texas Criminal Defense Lawyers Association

2012

Rising Star DUI Defense, SuperLawyers

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Polson & Polson, Inc.

2004 - 2008

Associate, Polson & Robbins

Associations

2014 - Present

DUI Defense Lawyers Association

Founding Member

American Bar Association

Member

National College for DUI Defense

Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Birmingham Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

State v. AG-3 Felonies, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. T-DUI case Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement

Felony Domestic Violence Strangulation/Suffocation Dismissed

Dismissed

DUI Accident With Police Car, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

DUI-Blood Draw, Twice Legal Limit-Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement

Felony Domestic Violence-Dismissed

Dismissed/No Billed

City v. DS-DUI, Resisting Arrest and Reckless Driving-Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement to all charges

State v. JG-Potential Trafficking Charge reduced to Simple Possession

Dismissal of one court and Reduction to Possession of other count

City v. DC

DUI dismissed, Felony Avoided

City v. SC-DUI and Reckless Driving Dismissed

Dismissal Agreement DUI and Reckless Driving

Chain Reaction Accident, Open Container, DUI, Dismissal

Dismissal DUI and Open Container

City v. LL-Accident, Child in Car, Dismissal

Dismissal

City v. KR- 1:34 A.M, Refusal, DUI Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement

City v. JG- 9 of 9 cases Dismissed

All Charges Dismissed

City v. K- Theft of Property, Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement

City v. LT- .19 Breath Test, Accident, Case Dismissed

Dismissed

State v. PE-Public Intoxication Charge Dismissed

Dismissal

State v. S-Felony Drug Possession Case Dismissed

Felony Case Dismissed

City v. DL-Client Passed Out at Red Light, 6:15AM, Refusal of Breath, Case Dismissed

Case Dismissed

City v. JL-Rollover accident on I-10, Prior DUI, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. KT-Marijuana and Drug Paraphernalia Cases Dismissed

Dismissal Agreement All Charges

City v. TN-Leaving Scene of Accident, DUI, Dismissal Both Charges

Dismissal Agreement Both Charges

City v. LB-.21 Breath Test, Accident, Dismissal

Dismissed

City v. S-Accident in Drive Thru, Refusal, Dismissed

Dismissal Agreement

City v. V, .14 Breath Test, Improper Lane Usage, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. KD, Single Car Accident, .22 Breath Test, Case Dismissed

Case Dismissed

City v. MD- Illegal Possession and DUI Charge Dismissed with Prejudice

Birmingham DUI Defense Attorney Whitney Polson successfully defended that charges and the City agreed to a dismissal with prejudice of all charges.

City v. JN-Client stopped at 1:47 AM for Speeding, .19 Breath Test, Case Dismissed

Alabama DUI Attorney Whitney Polson successfully litigated to have the DUI charge and Driving While Suspended Charges dismissed

City v. S-Driving on Wrong Side of Road, Refusal, Case Dismissed

Alabama DUI Defense Attorney Whitney Polson successfully negotiated to have the DUI charge dismissed.

City v. JL- .16 Breath Test, Open Container, Case Dismissed

Alabama DUI attorney Whitney Polson successfully negotiated for the DUI and Open Container charges to be dismissed

State v. JG-Domestic Violence & Illegal Pistol Case-Dimissed

Dismissal of all charges

City v. H-.16 Breath Test, Accident, Case Dismissed

Dismissal

City v. G-Possession of Marijuana and Public Intoxication, Cases Dismissed

Both Cases Dismissed

City v. JW- CDL, .16, Not Guilty

Not Guilty

City v. AC- Domestic Violence- Dismissed

Dismissed

City v. DC-2am, Accident, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. B-3:30 AM, Expired Tag, .16 Breath, Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement

State v. PG- Felony Marijuana Case, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. JL- .12 Breath Test, Weaving in Road, 2nd DUI, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. B- Marijuana Possession & Drug Paraphernalia Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement of all charges

State v. A Juvenile- DUI, Criminal Mischief, Disorderly Conduct, Minor in Possession of Alcohol-Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. J- .23 Breath Test, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. SA-Breath Test 3 times legal limit, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. DK- DUI, Marijuana, Drug Paraphernalia-Dismissal All Charges

Dismissal Agreement

State v. W- .14 Breath Test, Case Dismissed

Dismissal

City v. S- .12 Breath Test, Reckless Driving, Dismissed

Dismissed

City v. SM-Single Vehicle Accident, Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement

City v. M- Accident, Second Offense, Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement

City v. B- 4th Lifetime DUI, Dismissal

Dismissed

State v. G-Speeding 70/45, Refusal Breath Test, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. CB- 2:18 A.M., .14 Breath, Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement

City v. S- Driving While Revoked Dismissed

Dismissed

City v. JW-Breath Refusal, 1:39 A.M., Stopped for Weaving, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

State v. DT- Single Car Accident, .15 Breath Test, Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement

City v. H- Third Lifetime DUI-Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. B- CDL Speeding - Acquittal

Acquittal

City v. TW- Accident on Interstate, Breath Refusal, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. JZ- Stopped at 3:01 A.M., 2nd DUI, .19 Breath, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. AD- .21 Breath test, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. GM-Third Lifetime DUI, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. K- .19 DUI, Roll Over Accident, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. B-Citizen Complaint, Reckless Driving, Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement

City v. H- 2nd DUI, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. JI- .18 Breath Test, Wrong-Side of Highway, Dismissal

Dismissal Agreement on all charges

City v. B- Possession of Marijuana and DUI dismissed

DUI Dismissed, Possession of Marijuana Dismissal Agreement

State v. AT- Single Vehicle Accident, Refusal Breath Test, DUI Dismissed

Dismissal Agreement

City v. B- DUI Dismissed- .17 Breath Test

Dismissal

City v. MR- Client asleep in Running Vehicle, DUI, Dismissed

Dismissal Agreement

City v. GJ- .19 Breath, Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

State v. G- Probation Violation Dismissed

Dismissed

City v. M-Client Stopped at 2:35A.M., DUI, Open Container, Breath Refusal-Dismissed

Dismissed

City v. S-.16 Breath, Prior DUI cases, Case Dismissed

Dismissed

City v. A-Ran Red Light, Stopped in Intersection, DUI Dismissed

Dismissal

City v. SE-.13 Breath, 1:27A.M., Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

City v. J- DUI, Possession of Marijuana, Possession Drug Paraphernalia Dismissed

Dismissal Agreement

City v. RC-DUI/.15/Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

DUI Accident-Case Dismissed

Dismissed

Combined Influence DUI-Drugs & Alcohol-Case Dismissed

Case Dismissed

.14 Breath Test/DUI/Reckless Driving/Both Cases Dismissed

All Cases Dismissed

Improper Lane Usage/.12 Breath-Test/Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

.15 Breath/Failure to Signal/DUI Dismissed

Client's DUI case was dismissed and client never lost driver license

2:48 A.M./Speeding 75/55mph Zone/Refusal on Breath Test/DUI Dismissed

DUI case dismissed pre-trial

Stopped for Improper Tag/.09 Breath Test/DUI Dismissed

DUI Case Dismissed/No Driver License Suspension

Possession of Marijuana & DUI/Both Cases Dismissed

Both DUI and Marijuana Case Dismissed by pre-trial agreement

At Fault Accident on Highway/.11g/210L Breath Test/Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement reached pre-trial

Marijuana Found During Traffic Stop-Case Dimissed

Marijuana Case Dismissed

2 Counts of Felony Assault and 1 Count of Felony Leaving the Scene of an Accident with Injury - All Felonies Dismissed

All felony charges dismissed.

.17 Breath Test/Swerving in Lane-City agrees to Dismiss

Dismissal Agreement

Stopped in middle of Intersection/Refusal to take Breath Test-Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

2:35a.m./Improper Lane Usage/Fireball Whiskey in Vehicle/Breath Test Refusal-Case Dismissed

Dismissal Agreement

Double Legal Limit-Case Dismissed

Dismissed

Dismissal Agreement-2:34a.m. traffic stop, multiple lane usage, prior DUI arrests

Dismissal Agreement

City agrees to dismiss all charges-Marijuana Possession, Drug Paraphernalia Possession and Minor in Possession of Alcohol

Dismissal Agreement of all Charges

Case Dismissed- .10 Breath Test, Stopped at 2:59a.m.

Dismissed

Client's 4th lifetime DUI-Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement-Single Car Accident, Breath Test Refusal

Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement-Vehicle Stopped at Stop Sign, Client Passed Out Behind Wheel with Flashers on

Dismissal Agreement

Case Dismissed-BOLO reported at 4:13 A.M. of reckless driving on Interstate, Stopped in middle of Interstate, .18 Breath Test

Dismissal Agreement

Case Dismissed-Client rear-ended another vehicle, Failed SFST, Refusal of Breath Test

Dismissed

Case Dismissed-Client stopped at caution light, Double legal limit on breath test

Dismissal Agreement

Dismissal Agreement-Client stopped for swerving off of interstate, more than double legal limit on breath test

Dismissal Agreement

Case Dismissed-Client stopped 2:16 A.M., speeding through residential area, above-legal limit

Dismissed

Dismissed-Client unable to maintain lane on highway at 3:17 A.M.

Dismissed

Client asleep at Light, 2:47A.M., .13 Breath Test, Dismissal Agreement

Pre-trial agreement to dismiss DUI.

All 3 of client's misdemeanor charges dismissed

All charges agreed dismissed

Case Dismissed-2nd DUI arrest

Case Dismissed

2nd Offense DUI -Dismissed

Dismissal agreement

DUI at 1:29A.M. Dismissed

All Cases Dismissed by agreement with prosecutor

.19 breath test, Case Dismissed

Case dismissed by pre-trial agreement

Client Driving a Tractor, .18 Breath, Case Dismissed

Dismissal Agreement prior to trial

Speeding 69/55, 2:50 AM, .14 Breath, Case Dismissed

Dismissed

Case Dismissed-.15 Breath Test, Open Container of Alcohol in Vehicle

Dismissed

Client registered more than 3 times the legal limit (.27), Case Dismissed

Dismissed

Client Arrested for Possession of Marijuana-Case Dismissed

Cases Dismissed

Speeding & .12 Breath Test-Case Dismissed

Dismissed

Driving on Wrong Side of Road at 3AM-Case Dismissed

Dismissed

Speeding 96mph & DUI-DUI Dismissed

DUI dismissal agreement

Citizen Complaint of Vehicle Matching Client's vehicle on interstate-DUI Dismissed

Dismissal Agreement

Client Asleep on Side of Road-DUI Dismissed

Dismissal of DUI charge

DUI & Leaving Scene of Accident Dismissal Agreement

DUI and Leaving Scene Charges resolved by Pre-trial agreement to Dismiss both charges

DUI Accident

Dismissal Agreement

Accident DUI Case

Case Dismissed

DUI Jury Trial-Not Guilty

Not Guilty Jury Verdict

DUI dismissed

case dismissed

DUI Dismissed

case dismissed

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Education

2004

Samford University, Cumberland School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

Auburn University, Auburn

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2016

Alabama DUI Defense Seminar

DUI Defense

2013

"Cocktail Law" CLE

DUI Defense

Publications

2016

Lawyers & Judges Publishing Company Alabama DUI Defense, The Law and Practice

Languages

English

Spanish

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