Question: I have a case in downtown L.A., metropolitan court on 1945 Hill street. Will I have to get an IID (Interlock ignition device) if convicted of a 23152 DUI offense?
Answer: If there is a DUI conviction in a Los Angeles county court, even for a 1st offense DUI, there will be an IID imposed by the DMV. Although a lot of defenses and arguments cross over from DUI case to DUi case…each case has it’s differences. It may be possible to dismiss or reduce... Read More
Question: I got a 2nd offense wet reckless conviction in San Fernando Court (first offense was in Van Nuys Court, but no probation violation), but my prior attorney will not respond to me. Can I get a restricted license after 90 days if I get an IID?
Answer: Unfortunately, the new law that allows for a restricted license for a 2nd DUi offender after 90 days upon getting an IID installed, is just for that….. If your second conviction was a DUI, then you would be eligible. The way the law is written, even though technically a wet reckless is a lesser... Read More
Question: I got a new job and filled out paperwork stating I didn’t have a felony. Since then, I got a DUI in San Fernando. Am I required to report that DUI to my job?
Answer: That depends on what you agreed to. If the paperwork only asked if you have been convicted with a felony. Then, no…because as of the date you signed the paperwork, you were not convicted of a felony. Also, unless there was an accident causing injury, or if you have had multiple DUI’s, it will... Read More
Question: I got a VC 23152 DUI charge in Van Nuys for having an open container but did not even have a sip? Is this right???
Answer: You can be charged with a DUI, but it doesn’t mean that you should, and should fight that charge. An open container charge would make more sense, but that doesn’t mean that is how it is going to play out. If he is charged with a DUI, or even if he is just charged... Read More
What if I miss the court date for dui in Malibu?
What if I miss the court date for DUI in Malibu? Question: What if I miss the court date for DUI in Malibu? Do they take me to jail right away? Does my case get worse? Is it possible that my case can get better if I don’t show up and they will just forget about it... Read More
Question: I was pulled over for a DUI in Sherman Oaks on Van Nuys Blvd. Case is in Van Nuys Court, but cop said he pulled me over for screeching tires…I didn’t screech my tires. Help???
Answer: Depending on the circumstances, officers may be able to justify probable cause to pull you over for screeching tires, but, not always. A key would be to do a quick discovery request to get any video they may have (along with other things). Call me to discuss in more detail. I am a regular... Read More
Only charged with 23152(a) DUI
Only charged with 23152(a) DUI Question: I have a second offense DUI at 1945 Hill street, Los Angeles, Metropolitan Court. But only charged with 23152(a). I remember last time I had 2 different DUI charges. Is this good? Answer: Possibly. When you say you are charged with only VC 23152(a) DUI, are you referring to what... Read More