Question: I had a Burbank DUI, then got a San Fernando DUI last week and had my 4 year old son in car at time. What am I looking at?
Answer: That all depends on other factors. When was your Burbank DUI? If it was within 10 years, you are looking at a 2nd offense DUI charges in Van Nuys. Were you on probation at the time of the Van Nuys DUI? If so, there is a probation violation issue. Also, you may be charged... Read More
Question: I came home, and about 30 minutes later an officer showed up at my door and arrested me for a DUI. I had been drinking at home prior to the cop showing up. Is this a legal charge? Now I have a Van Nuys DUI hearing
Answer: It is possible to get arrested and charged in this circumstance, but it becomes a very defensible case. The level of defense may depend on statements that you may have made to the officer, and if there are damaging statements, whether those statements can be suppressed. You should contact a DUI attorney who practices... Read More
Question: I got a DUI outside of California 15 years ago and left the state before court date. Is that why I can not renew my drivers license?
Answer: It is likely that there is a warrant issued in Iowa, and a hold on your license as a result of your failure to appear in Court regarding your DUI. You should contact an Attorney in Iowa who will be able to assist you in the matter. An attorney must be licensed in a... Read More
Question: I have a downtown los angeles DUI case coming up and I am starting to get nervous. Is it possible I will be sentenced to jail?
Answer: Jail is a possibility for DUI’s. It sounds like you have not hired an attorney to handle your matter. If that is the case, I would recommend hiring one, or at least consulting with one to discuss your case in further detail. I would need more details about your case to better assess it.... Read More
Question: I have a San Fernando DUI conviction from years and years ago. Will there be any issue with me getting into Canada?
Answer: It is possible, particularly depending on how long ago your conviction was. There is a process you can go through to get a temporary permit to enter the country, or get rehabilitated status. You should contact a Canadian consulate in your area prior to going into Canada and inquire about those processes. Sincerely, Phil... Read More
Question: I have a San Fernando DUI charge after getting arrested. If I win the case, will anything show up on my record?
Answer: If all charges get dismissed or a not guilty verdict found, you will not have a conviction on your record based on these charges. It would still show up on your record that you were arrested though. Keep in mind that having an arrest record is not as detrimental as a conviction record. Call... Read More
Question: I was in a car accident in Encino and told the officer I was taking prescription medications, which I was as prescribed by the doctor…it did not effect my driving.
Answer: I am not sure what your question is. Are you being charged with a DUI? If so, and your answer is, is it possible to get charged with a DUI for taking prescription drugs, the answer is yes. If you are being charged with a DUI, you should contact an experienced DUI attorney to... Read More