Question: I just moved to town and was arrested for a DUI in Studio City near my house, with a DUI Van Nuys court date. Can you help?? What am I looking at here?
Answer: I can certainly help. I will need to know more about your DUI case though, as well as history (ie. any past DUI convictions, etc). Call me at 818-336-1384. We can set up a meeting and discuss your situation in more detail. My office is in Sherman Oaks, right next to Studio City. And... Read More
Question: I was convicted for first offense DUI in Van Nuys a few months back. I want to get my license back but haven’t done the alcohol course I am supposed to do…
Answer: In order to get a restricted license after a first offense DUI conviction, one of the requirements is enrolling in the applicable alcohol course. In order to get your full license reinstated, you will have to complete the course. I would recommend enrolling into the course as soon as possible. If you have not... Read More
Question: I got a San Fernando DUI conviction in 2008 but didn’t do the AB541 alcohol class or complete my community service. What do I do….???? Am I going to Jail???
Answer: Whether or not the Judge in Van Nuys would give you jail time is tough to predict in this situation. If the Judge is looking for jail time, community service or house arrest may be potential alternatives. You may want to have an attorney assist you in this matter. You need the Judge to... Read More
Question: If I violated my Van Nuys DUI probation, and there is a warrant, can I go to San fernando COurt to handle it, which is closer to my house?
Answer: No, you would have to go to Van Nuys Court in order to recall the case, and hopefully quash the warrant. You may want to have an attorney assist you in this matter to minimize potential consequences. Sincerely, Phil Hache DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI, Criminal and Expungement matters throughout Courts... Read More
Question: What are the chances of winning my trial for DUI in Van Nuys Court?
Answer: There are sooooo many variables to consider that can differ with each case, that it is impossible to answer that question without knowing more about your DUI case, including the factors that led to the arrest, the Field Sobriety test results, etc. And even then, there is additional discovery about the breath machines used,... Read More
Question: I finished my DUI class out of state as approved by the San Fernando Court, but the DMV is not giving me my license back? they say I have to complete a Los Angeles Alcohol course.
Answer: Unfortunately regardless of what the court approved, you need to complete a CALIFORNIA (not Los Angeles) approved DUI course in order to get your california license reinstated. When it comes to drivers license on this matter, it doesn’t matter that the court approved an out of state course for purposes of your probation. Sorry... Read More
Question: What is the punishment if I get pulled over going to school in Los Angeles while driving on a restricted license?
Answer: If pulled over, you would likely be charged with a “driving on a suspended license charge.” Also, you may get dinged with a probation violation as well. Essentially, you could be looking at penalties including potential jail time and hefty fines. You could potentially argue that school is your work, but this would not... Read More