I got a DUI 23152, but I don’t think I should have been pulled over in the first place…does that help?
Question: I got a DUI 23152, but I don’t think I should have been pulled over in the first place…does that help? This is my first offense DUI and I have never been arrested before and never even had a traffic ticket. I am clean. I asked the Officer politely why he pulled me over... Read More
I am about to plea to a DUI out of San Fernando court. If I do, will my license be suspended?
Question: I am about to plea to a DUI out of San Fernando court. If I do, will my license be suspended? Answer: Yes, the DMV will suspend your license if there is a DUI conviction….even if it is your first DUI. Depending on the situation of your conviction, there are likely options to get... Read More
What happens if I drive on a suspended license?
Question: What happens if I get caught driving on a suspended license? Answer: If you get pulled over and subsequently cited or arrested for driving on a suspended license, you will be charged with a VC 14601 or subsection of that statute (ie. 14601.1, 14601.2, ….14601.5, etc). Depending on why your license was suspended, there... Read More
What can I best do to defend myself from a DUI if I honestly was not drinking? I am on probation from a first offense DUI, and had a BAC level of .02
Question: What can I best do to defend myself from a DUI if I honestly was not drinking? I am on probation from a first offense DUI, and had a BAC level of .02 Answer: You have a good case to defend, the problem is you probably won’t get a chance to speak to the... Read More
I just received a DUI with a court date in San Fernando Court. I have a previous DWI from another state. Will that affect the current DUI charge? Are DUI’s and DWI’s the same?
Question: I just received a DUI with a court date in San Fernando Court. I have a previous DWI from another state. Will that affect the current DUI charge? Are DUI’s and DWI’s the same? Answer: Was your previous DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) within the last 10 years? If so, it is likely that the... Read More
I was charged with a DUI, but someone stated I should try to get a wet reckless. What does that mean?
Question: I was charged with a DUI, but someone stated I should try to get a wet reckless. What does that mean? Answer: Often times, an Attorney will try to reduce a DUI charge to a lesser charge. One possibility is a VC 23103 per 23103.5; otherwise known as a wet reckless, which may carry... Read More
What is House arrest? Is that possible for a 3rd offense DUI?
Question: What is House arrest? Is that possible for a 3rd offense DUI? Answer: House arrest, in short, is when you are monitored (usually via an ankle monitor), and with exceptions, you are not allowed to leave your house or apartment. You are basically tracked so they can tell if you are going further away... Read More