Question: I have a DUI in Van Nuys court. The first hearing is on friday. Is it too late to retain you?
Answer: No, but we should speak as soon as possible about your case so I can prepare for the first hearing. Call me this evening and if you are available, we can set up a time to talk tomorrow. When you call, please have the citation you received handy. Also, if you decide to retain... Read More
Question: DUI in Burbank Court. Violation of 23152a and 23152b. I am very confused and nervous. I’ve never been through this before.
Answer: I understand that this can be a nerve racking experience. It is for many who experience it. I can help you through it, and help mitigate potential consequences. It’s hard for me to advise since I don’t know what happened (ie. leading up to the arrest). Please call me at 818-336-1384 (818) 336-1DUI to... Read More
Question: Am I looking at Jail time for a drunk in public charge? I was drunk…and in public, but I didn’t hurt no one or cause any damage. Just a little rowdy. My hearing is in Van Nuys Court.
Answer: Is this your first offense? I can work out good deals on these types of charges, potentially get them dismissed or reduced to lesser charges, such as an infraction. Call me at 818-336-1DUI. Sincerely, Phil Hache DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI and Criminal matters throughout Courts in Southern California including Van... Read More
Question: I have a DUI out of Metro Court. Can I get it expunged?
Answer: Yes, it is possible to get a DUI expunged. When was your DUI conviction? Did you successfully complete all the terms of probation with no other current pending charges, and not on probation for another matter at this time? If so, then call me at (818) 336-1384 and we can get going on the... Read More
Question: I have a DUI Court date coming up in San Fernando Court, and just received a DUI for Van Nuys Court 3 nights ago. I am thinking of leaving the country…. what should I do.
Answer: I would strongly advise about ignoring the court dates and leaving the country. That could create more problems down the road, and the courts would likely issue bench warrants for your arrest, that will haunt you if you ever decide to come back to the U.S. The good news is, assuming you weren’t already... Read More
Question: I had a DUI from Van Nuys Court, then just got a Drunk in Public charge in San Fernando. What complications could I face if I violated my DUI probation?
Answer: Potentially you could look at jail time. But I would really need to know more about the cases to better assess the situation. It may be possible to avoid a probation violation if the Drunk in public charge gets dismissed through informal diversion, which is possible. Call me at 818-336-1DUI to discuss in more... Read More
Question: Can I fight a DUI charge for driving just above the legal limit but passed the field test? The case is in Santa Clarita Court.
Answer: Yes. I have had a lot of success getting DUI charges dismissed and reduced without having to go to trial in cases where the blood alcohol level (by way of blood test or breathalyzer) was just over the legal limit. See the case results tab on this site, philhachelaw.com. I have had success in... Read More