Question: Will not taking breathalyzer increase the charges at my court hearing in Van Nuys ?
Answer: To clarify, usually the cop will ask you to do a breathalizer on the field, known as the P.A.S. test, then a breathalizer (or blood test) at the station? If you refused the P.A.S. test, there is no penalty. If you refused a breath test or blood test after being arrested, they will charge... Read More
Question: Can my son get charged with a DUI in San Fernando even if he was driving at below limit?
Answer: Yes, pursuant to Vehicle Code 23152(a), there can be a DUI conviction even if under a .08 BAC. These fact alone though provides a very good defense for the case. I have had success getting DUI charges dismissed under similar circumstances in San Fernando and other courts in Los Angeles and Southern California (and... Read More
Question: Can I get my DUI dismissed? I was pulled over in Encino. Charged with VC 23152(a) and VC 23152(b) in Van Nuys Court.
Answer: It is possible to get your DUI charges dismissed, but that will depend on the specifics of your case. I have had a lot of success getting DUI’s dismissed (see philhachelaw.com), but would need to speak to you in more detail to better assess your case. Additionally, I have gotten many DUI’s in Van... Read More
Question: Will a DUI in Van Nuys Court after it is dismissed after probation ended hurt me when applying for a job? She
Answer: When you say, the case was dismissed, what do you mean exactly? Just because probation ended doesn’t mean the conviction was dismissed. Did she have the conviction expunged? If she was on probation and did an alcohol program, then there was a conviction. If so, and she has not yet gotten the conviction expunged,... Read More
Question: I live in Los Angeles, CA. Can I get my California drivers license back without completing a DUI program?
Question: Generally, you have to complete an alcohol program in CA if you want to get your CA license reinstated. Sincerely, Phil Hache DUI & Criminal Defense Attorney www.philhachelaw.com Handling DUI and Criminal matters throughout Courts in Southern California including Van Nuys, San Fernando, Burbank, Glendale, Pasadena, Metro, Bellflower, Alhambra, Malibu, Compton, Inglewood and other... Read More
Question: Can I get a class A license after getting a DUI in Metro Court while that right is suspended in CA?
Answer: Generally speaking, another state will not issue you a license if your license is suspended in CA. That being said, there are some exceptions, and sometimes things slip through the system. But even if you get another license in another state, you may run into issues if they find out your CA license is... Read More
Question: I just was charged with a DUI in San Fernando Court for marijuana, but I have a medical marijuana license???
Answer: It is possible to get a DUI for marijuana even if you have a medical marijuana license. It is not legal to drive while under the influence of marijuana even with a medical card. That being said, there are a lot of possible defenses in marijuana DUI’s, and I have handled a lot of... Read More