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Attorney Offices by Municipality

1. Multiple Locations
   1. DUI Help: Listings by county.
   2. Lawrence Taylor: 5-attorney firm handling DUI defense exclusively, with offices in Long Beach, Irvine, Beverly Hills, Woodland Hills and Carlsbad.
2. Alameda
3. Albany
4. Altura
   1. Funk, Jordan: Individuals convicted of a crime in the State of California, whether through their own admission of guilt or through the determination of a jury, are subject to, among other penalties, fines, imprisonment, probation and community service. Defending your criminal case in the strongest possible way is critical to your freedom and your future. The outcome of any criminal case depends upon the facts surrounding the crime charged, the strength of the evidence, the legal validity of law enforcement and courtroom procedure, and the goals and strategy of the government and defense.
5. Anaheim, Aptos, Bakersfield, Berkeley, Brea, Beverly Hills DUI Lawyers
6. Blythe
   1. Cormell, Shaffer: * Felonies * Misdemeanors * Fraud-Theft * Assault & Battery * Drug & Narcotics * Expungements * Traffic Tickets * DUI * Domestic Violence * Expungements * Probation Violations * Sex Related Offenses * Probation Violations
7. Brea
   Dolan Law Offices: Two Government agencies are generally involved in DUI cases... the DMV and the Courts. Each has its own jurisdiction and process.
8. Burbank
9. Burlingame
10. Cerritos
11. Calabasas, Camarillo, Campbell, Capitola, Carlsbad, Century City, Chico, Chino, Claremont, Costa Mesa, Covina DUI Lawyers
12. Chatsworth
    1. Julius Stewart: The law is complex and confusing if you are not an attorney. UNDERSTANDS THE STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES OF POLICE CASES: An attorney must know how to read and understand police investigative reports. An attorney must be able to determine when the police have done a competent investigation. An attorney must know when the police can prove its case.
13. Chula Vista
14. Concord
15. Corona
    1. Holstrom, Sissung, Marks & Anderson: Estate Planning Trusts Wills Family Law Adoption Child Support Custody & Visitation Divorce Nursing Home Probate & Estate Administration Criminal Law DUI/DWI Traffic Violations Personal Injury -- Plaintiff
16. Culver City
    1. Nadia A. Chehade: Burden of Proof in Criminal Cases In order to win a case, you have to prove it by meeting certain requirements or "standards." In a criminal case, the prosecution must prove guilt "beyond a reasonable doubt." This is the most stringent standard because the consequences of a conviction can result in deprivation of liberty (jail).
17. Danville
    1. Falahat, Ellie: Charges for DUI/DWI are never expected and never planned. When charges of drunk driving arrive unexpectedly, the best help is an attorney who will give your case the attention, time and creativity needed, and who will work with you one-on-one through the legal process. Drunk driving charges are frequently vulnerable to questions regarding probable cause. Did the police officer have a sound legal reason for pulling you over? Was he or she trained properly? Did the police follow proper procedures?
18. Davis, Diamond Bar, Downey, El Cajon DUI Lawyers
19. Dublin
20. El Centro
    1. Anderholt & Storey: Business Collection Corporations Limited Liability Companies Contract Formation Contract Litigation Civil Law Personal Injury Wrongful Death Litigation of Civil Disputes Criminal Law DUI Felonies Misdemeanors Estate Planning Probate Trust Wills Family Law Adoption Custody Divorce Juvenile Dependency Criminal
21. El Cerrito
    1. Darren Kessler: You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
22. El Dorado Hills
23. El Monte
    1. Edward Ip: California DUI laws are strict. If you have been arrested on a DUI/DWI or other drunk driving charge, hire a skilled DUI lawyer for the aggressive representation it takes to have charges dismissed or reduced. A DUI conviction may carry with it driver's license suspension or revocation, a potential felony conviction and jail sentence, loss of job and wages, and increased insurance premiums. It is to your great advantage to have a California drunk driving defense lawyer on your side who knows the proper procedures and how to effectively deal with the District Attorney's Office to obtain your most favorable outcome.
24. El Sobrante
    1. Vaughn Spunaugle: It is also unlawful to drive with your normal faculties impaired. Normal faculties are those faculties of a person, such as the ability to walk, talk, judge distances, drive an automobile, make judgements, act in emergencies, etc.
25. Encinitas
26. Encino
27. Escondito
    1. Hofmeister, Theresa: driving under the influence (DUI), drug issues, domestic violence, assault and battery, theft, violations of probation or court orders, warrants and failures to appear
    2. James Green: It is important that you contact a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible so that your attorney may begin working on your defense.
28. Eureka
29. Fairfield
    1. Choyce & Crowell: Stopping & Testing the Suspected Drunk Driver A police officer may detect a drunk driver by his or her erratic driving: weaving from side to side; being unable to stay in one lane; speeding up and slowing down without reason; or making unsafe turns; for example. Or the police offices may stop a driver for a routine traffic violation – such as a taillight being out – and then smell alcohol when questioning the driver. Some police departments have taken to setting up sobriety checkpoints on Friday and Saturday nights and holidays to catch drunk drivers. If a police office suspects that you may be driving under the influence of alcohol (or drugs), you will normally be put through a variety of field sobriety tests. These tests are designed to assess your awareness and coordination. The police officer may ask you to walk a straight line by placing the heel of one foot in front of the toe of the other foot, proceed several yards, then turn around and return in the same fashion. You may be requested to close you eyes, tilt your head back, and spread your arms. If you can’t maintain your balance and start to fall back, the police officer will suspect intoxication. You may also be asked to touch the tip of your nose with the first finger of your left hand, then with the first finger of your right hand. If you are unable to touch your nose, the police officer will suspect that you are under the influence. The officer may ask you to stand on one leg for a bit, then on the other to see if you can maintain your balance. You also may be requested to recite the alphabet or perform simple additions or subtractions. Of the police officer may ask you to repeat a tongue twister, such as, “Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.” The officer may shine a flashlight in your eyes to see how quickly your pupils contract. If you ever find yourself being asked to perform field sobriety tests, make sure that all conditions are as much to your advantage as possible. For example, at night, ask that the tests be preformed in a well-lighted area. The ground should be firm, level, and clean, preferably concrete. Tell the officer to repeat the directions if you don’t understand them. If they are still unclear, have the officer demonstrate what he or she wants you to do. When possible, it may be a good idea to have a third person watch the field tests to ensure that the officer conducts them properly. If you fail the field sobriety test, the officer will take you back to the police station, where you usually will have a choice between having a breath test or blood test. Previously you also had the choice of giving a urine sample. Most states have abolished the urine test because of its inherent unreliability. Before a urine test could be administered, you first had to empty your bladder completely, and then wait until your body produced enough urine for a second sample.
30. Folsom
    1. Chastaine Law Office: Being accused of criminal conduct is a scary and difficult problem. Even innocent people can be arrested, incur loss of income and reputation, and suffer the risk of lengthy incarceration. YOU NEED someone that you can trust to take on the system.The criminal justice system is an adversarial system. You need a strong advocate who knows how to protect your rights, fight the system and present the evidence that is the most favorable to your position.
31. Fountain Valley
32. Fremont
33. Fresno
34. Fullerton
35. Garden Grove
36. Glendale
37. Hayward, Hemet, Hollister, Huntington Beach DUI Lawyers
38. Hollywood
39. Indio
    1. Shuford & Reynolds: A DUI conviction has serious consequences. Not only can you lose your license, but also the prosecutor can demand jail time and substantial fines. You need an experienced, competent attorney.
40. Inglewood
    1. Amobi Law Office: If you’ve been accused or arrested, you cannot afford second-rate legal representation! Whatever the circumstances of your particular case, it is important to retain an experienced criminal defense attorney who can defend you against serious allegations, and explain all of your legal options. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS Miranda Rights You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney and for an attorney to be present during questioning. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed for you. (The courts have ruled that the warning must be "meaningful", so it is usually required that the suspect be asked if he understands his rights) For Misdemeanor or Felony Offenses that go to trial In a criminal trial, a jury listens and examines the evidence to decide whether, “beyond a reasonable doubt,” the defendant committed the crime(s) in question. In a trial the prosecution has the burden of proving to the judge or jury that the defendant committed the offense(s) in the hope of obtain a “guilty” verdict and a conviction of the defendant. A trial also represents the defense’s chance to refute the prosecution’s evidence, and to offer its own in some cases. After both sides have presented their evidence and made their arguments, the jury considers as a group whether to find the defendant guilty or not guilty of the crime(s) charged. (Note: Although a trial is the most high-profile phase of criminal justice process, the vast majority of criminal cases are resolved well before trial – through guilty or no contest pleas, plea bargains, or dismissal of charges.) Sentencing After a person is convicted of a crime, whether through a guilty pleas, plea bargain, or jury verdict, the appropriate legal punishment is determined at the sentencing phase. A number of different kinds of punishment may be imposed on a convicted criminal defendant, including: * Fines; * Incarceration in jail (shorter-term); * Incarceration in prison (longer-term) * Probation (with or without custody time); * A suspended sentence, which takes effect if conditions such as probation are violated; * Payment of restitution to the crime victim; * Community service or Caltrans or Graffiti Removal; * Drug and alcohol rehabilitation For misdemeanors and infractions, sentencing often takes place immediately after conviction or when a defendant has plead guilty In more complex criminal cases, such as those involving serious felonies, the sentencing judge usually receives input from the prosecutor, the defense and the probation department (which prepare recommendations in a “pre-plea report or post conviction report”). The sentencing judge will also consider punishments and sentencing ranges identified in applicable criminal statutes, as well as a number of case-specific factors, including: * The defendant’s criminal history, or lack thereof; * The nature of the crime, the manner in which it was committed, and the impact on victims, i.e. whether injuries resulted; * The defendant’s personal, economic, and social circumstances; and * Regret or remorse expressed by the defendant. I have been arrested for a misdemeanor offense…what will happen on the first court date? A Misdemeanor is an offense less serious than a felony, punishable up to a fine of $1,000.00 and/or a maximum of one year in jail.
41. Irvine Irvine
42. Irwindale
43. King City
    1. Kitchin, Bruce: Business Criminal Family Law Personal Injury Real Estate
44. Lafayette
    1. Pedder, Hesseltine, Walker & Toth: * DUI (sometimes called drunk driving or DWI/OWI), and consequently facing a lengthy driver's license suspension in addition to other serious penalties * Possession, sale and other drug crimes involving marijuana, cocaine, prescription drugs or other illegal substances * Domestic violence, violation of a restraining order, assault or another violent crime * Theft, burglary, shoplifting and other property crimes * A range of other misdemeanor and felony offenses
45. Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Nigel, La Habra, Lakeport, LaMesa
46. Livermore
47. Lodi
    1. Sollitt, Mark: For over 22 years, drunk driving laws have been getting tougher and tougher. In virtually every state, the legislative branch ANNUALLY passes new laws, or increases punishment for existing laws. Why? It is due to the relentless pursuit of "prohibition" by MADD in our state legislatures each year. Once the legislative branch "acts" in response to the MADD pressure (now fully supported by the Federal Government through NHTSA) the trial courts and appellate courts fall in line and mete out severe punishment, as directed by the legislature. Our jails are full to capacity, with many jail cells housing three to four times the number of prisoners they were designed to accommodate. In 1995, Georgia changed its DUI laws THREE times in less than 9 months! The trend is for the laws to get more Draconian each year, and (in doing so) we lose more rights as citizens. MUST I GIVE A TEST? When a driver is suspected of DUI/DWI/OUI/OWI, an officer is given the statutory "option" of asking that you submit to a chemical test of your breath (most common type test), blood, or urine, OR ALL THREE (in some states, like Georgia). The majority of states permit a person to REFUSE to submit to testing. In most cases, the police officer will have asked you to first perform field sobriety tests, but these field evaluations ARE NOT mandatory. In others, (e.g., South Carolina), the officer suspecting alcohol as the impairing substance can only ask for breath, barring a vehicular homicide or other extenuating circumstances. In others, (e.g., California), the officer must ask for breath, but verbally advise you that the California breath test does not provide a sample for later independent testing (by you or your legal counsel), so you can OPT for a blood test, if you so desire. Others offer you the chance to be tested "the easy way", by blowing into a breath machine, and if you try to resist, you can be PHYSICALLY wrestled to the ground, beaten, choked or even strapped to a table or gurney so that blood can be drawn from your body or urine can be extracted through a catheter inserted in your penis or urethra. Yes, we are talking about a garden-variety, misdemeanor DUI/DWI case in the United States of America, without serious bodily injury or death. Yes, we are talking about these unbelievable acts being LEGALLY sanctioned by some of our more pathetic appellate courts across America.
48. Long Beach
49. Los Alamitos
    1. Eagle, Rondee: * Handling All Misdemeanor & Felonies * Drunk Driving * DMV Hearings * Drug Charges * Assault & Battery * Domestic Violence * Vehicle Code Violations * Homicide * Probation Violation - Theft * Juvenile Matters * Failure to Appear * Burglary
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51. Lower Lake
    1. Steve Tulanian: CLEAR YOUR CRIMINAL RECORD (Expungement) In many cases, an individual convicted of a felony or misdemeanor offense may be entitled to have the conviction expunged from his or her criminal record. Pursuant to Penal Code section 1203.4, a person convicted of a criminal offense may obtain a court order which has the effect of changing a guilty plea or conviction to a not guilty plea and the conviction then can be reduced to a misdemeanor offense and dismissed. Misdemeanor offenses may be dismissed. If a person has successfully completed probation, an expungement may be possible. This order may or may not affect firearm rights.