Los Angeles DUI Lawyers
- J&M Law Firm:
If you or a loved one is arrested for driving while under the influence, it is important to contact a qualified DUI lawyer. A conviction on DUI charges can result in license suspension, fines, mandatory enrollment in a rehabilitation program, and jail time. If you are convicted of manslaughter because someone died in a DUI-related accident while you were at the wheel, you may face an extended jail or prison sentence. We can assure you that if you have been arrested, the prosecution will use all of its resources to see that you are convicted.
- Elden Law Group:
Are you facing vehicular manslaughter charges? If you have been implicated in a serious motor vehicle offense involving felony or gross misdemeanor charges and the threat of a lengthy driver's license suspension, contact a knowledgeable defense attorney ...
- Lluis, Ramiro:
The facts are that a majority of criminal cases are DUIÕs (Driving Under the Influence) extending the criminal court houses to the everyday average citizen and is the reason you need Los Angeles Dui Defense Attorneys or Los Angeles Drunk Driving Lawyers, is because, you need to have some one that can represent you effectively and efficiently through not only the criminal case, but through your DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles).
A good DUI lawyer can evaluate your case and determine where steps can be taken that will be in your advantage, whether its being able to get your charges dropped your reducing the charge or sentence, it is the ability of your criminal defense attorney to pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses and use it to your advantage that makes your lawyer invaluable to you.
DonÕt take a DUI lightly, a DUI can have severe and adverse affects on your record, affecting many aspects of your life. You owe it to yourself, to have the best representation available by a an experienced Los Angeles and Southern California DUI attorney.
- Hakim, Robert:
Driving Under the Influence ( DUI ) in California is usually considered a criminal offense, and a DUI arrest can have a serious affect on your life if handled improperly. Being charged with a misdemeanor DUI or DWI or drug charge in California could mean jail time or loss of your driver's license and should be taken seriously.
- Lee, Kim, Porta &
Fields:
DUI is shorthand for Driving Under the Influence. A person is guilty of
DUI if he or she drives or is in actual physical control of a motor
vehicle and is under the influence of alcoholic beverages or any
chemical or controlled substance to the extent that his or her mental
faculties are impaired or when his or her blood alcohol level (BAC) is
above the legal limit for the state.
- Los Angeles Criminal Defense:
Chances are you came into contact with the police in one of three ways:
by being pulled over, sobriety checkpoints, or in response to an
accident. Whether you know it or not, you were asked incriminating
questions, probably without your Miranda rights advisement and without
any right to consult with an attorney. You were "asked" to do a series
of "field sobriety tests" under emotionally stressfull conditions.
These field "sobriety" tests are nearly impossible for most to pass
while sober. You may have been given a hand-held "PAS" (preliminary
alcohol screening) breath test. You probably didn't know that the
officer probably did not read the advisement that you dont have to take
that test (unless you are under 21). After your arrest, you were then
required to submit to breath or blood testing, usually at the police
station, again, without any right to speak with an attorney. Contrary
to popular belief, the breath machines used by the police are
inaccurate and highly unreliable, and many officers administering them
are unfamiliar with proper procedures. If you refuse, or if the police
feel you are not cooperating to the officers satisfaction, blood can be
forceably drawn. Whether blood is drawn or not, a refusal will trigger
a mandatory jail sentence and a one-year license suspension. If the
breath test is over .08%, or if there is a blood sample withdrawn or a
refusal reported, the police will confiscate the suspect's license and
issue him a notice of suspension and 30-day temporary license (the 8
1/2 x 11 pink paper).
- Lewin & Associates:
WARNING! IF YOU DON'T ACT QUICKLY, YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE MAY BE TAKEN
AWAY FROM YOU
If you have been arrested for Drunk Driving, you MUST request a D.M.V.
hearing within 10 days of your arrest to contest any suspension of your
license. If you do not request a D.M.V. hearing within 10 days of your
arrest, your license will be automatically suspended or revoked 30 days
after your arrest.
When you are arrested for a DUI, there are really TWO SEPARATE CASES
being prosecuted against you, and two cases that you have to defend:
1. The D.M.V. case, where your driver's license can be taken away and
suspended; and 2. The criminal case, where the result can be probation,
jail, fines, alcohol education classes, an ignition interlock device
being installed in your car, community service, Cal-Trans, vehicle
impound, increased automobile insurance, depending upon the facts of
your case.
BOTH OF THESE CASES CAN BE SUCCESSFULLY DEFENDED BY AN EXPERIENCED,
KNOWLEDGEABLE DEFENSE ATTORNEY!
DUI cases are unique. To successfully defend these cases, the attorney
you hire must be experienced in fighting the D.M.V. Administrative Per
Se hearings, and must thoroughly know DUI law. We have successfully
handled hundreds of DUI's and D.M.V. hearings! To learn more about DUI
law and how we can help you, you may click on all of the links on the
left side of this page under the DUI/Drunk Driving heading.
- Fay Arfa:
YOUR CONSTITUTIONAL
RIGHTS Right To An Attorney You have the right to be represented by an attorney
throughout all criminal proceedings. Right To A Jury
Trial You have the right to a speedy,
public jury trial. At the trial, you would be presumed innocent, and
you could not be convicted unless 12 impartial jurors were convinced of
your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. Right To Confront
Witnesses You have the right to confront
and cross-examine all witnesses testifying against you.
Right Against Self-Incrimination You
have the right to remain silent and not incriminate yourself and the
right to testify on your own behalf. Right To Produce
Evidence You have the right to present
evidence and to have the Court issue subpoenas to bring into court all
witnesses and evidence favorable to you at no cost.
- Myles L. Berman: Being arrested
for "Driving Under the Influence" doesn't have to be a devastating
experience.
- Takakjian, Sowers
& Sitkoff:
Not seeking the advice of experienced attorneys could lead you to make
a costly mistake.
- William Kroger:
A DUI is both a criminal offense and a civil matter. When a driver is
caught with illegally high alcohol levels in their blood or breath or
if he refuses to take a chemical test, he will be prosecuted in court
for the criminal offense of DUI or refusal. A DUI also subjects the
offender to licensing action by the DMV for the civil offenses of
driving in excess of the fixed alcohol limit or refusing a chemical
test.
- James D. Clark:
Your driving privileges are at stake. Your license could be suspended
or revoked. Time is important. You need to know where you stand.
- Diamond, Burt & Akhkashian:
if you wish to challenge the reason for being stopped, the accuracy of
the blood or breath test, or even other circumstances involved, an
attorney is essential.
- Sun Han:
Most convictions of traffic offenses, such as hit and run, reckless
driving, and driving under the influence (DUI) will remain on your
record for 7 years from the violation date and are designated as 2
points.
- Ledger & Associates:
The government enjoys many advantages in any criminal prosecution - not
the least of which is virtually unlimited resources in money and
manpower. When the government arrests one of its citizens, the
experience can be terrifying. The vast majority of DUI defendants are
not "criminals"; rather, they are ordinary hard working and law-abiding
citizens caught up in the criminal justice system.
- Jonas &
Driscol: DUI Penalties
- Lawrence Wolf:
Crimes due to drug and alcohol abuse may need more than just legal
answers.
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