Question: What are the possible penalties for a DUI conviction?
Answer: First Offense DUI: If convicted of a first offense DUI, the penalty may include anywhere between 48 hours to 6 months in jail, a fine between $390 to $1,000 plus penalty assessments*, and an alcohol course ranging from 3 months to 9 months in length. The Court also has the power to impound your... Read More
Question: How long will I be in jail if I am proven guilty for DUI driving under the influence?
Answer: I would need to know more about your case to better assess the situation. Call me at 818-336-1384 to discuss further. Some additional questions I will need to know are. 1. Where is your court hearing? 2. Were you on probation for your first DUI still? 3. Did you have a valid license at... Read More
Question: Will I be excused from DUI since I am still 17?
Answer: You can be convicted of DUI even if you are under 21. Also, there is a zero tolerance issue since you are under 21 and are facing a 1 year drivers license suspension if convicted, even if this is a first offense DUI. You should hire an attorney in your area to handle this... Read More
Question: Can I hire you for my San Fernando DUI case without my parents finding out? I am 19 years old, but still live at home.
Answer: Yes. You would be my client if you retained me for your San Fernando DUI case. Thus, unless you wanted me to speak to your parents or someone else about the details of your case, the conversations would be between you and I, and protected by an Attorney-client privilege. Phil Hache, Criminal Defense &... Read More
Question: What does a Van Nuys DUI Attorney charge to handle a case?
Answer: I can only speak for myself, and the quote would depend on the situation. As every case is different, I would like to speak to you about the circumstances behind your case, and the exact charges involved. For example, is this a first DUI, second DUI, third DUI, etc? Were you on probation for... Read More
If I am convicted of a 2nd DUI in Van Nuys, CA, can I get a restricted Right Away with an Interlock Device IID. Is this only an option in Los Angeles, CA?
Answer: If convicted of a 2nd DUI, You will be eligible to get a restricted license on a 2nd DUI after 90 days if you get an IID device and meet the other requirements (ie. enroll in the alcohol class, etc). This is state wide (not a pilot program). Up until recently 2nd time DUI... Read More
Question: What happens if court does not notify DMV of a DUI conviction? I was convicted of DUI in San Fernando, but I don't think my NV drivers license has been effected.
Answer: You should check with the DUI attorney who represented you on the DUI case as they should know more of the details and situation regarding your specific case. I am always happy to talk to my former clients even after my technical representation of their case is over. If you have further questions about... Read More