Los Angeles DUI Attorney

Lawyer for DUI Charges in Los Angeles

California drunk driving charges are a very serious matter. Penalties can include license suspension, heavy fines and in some cases jail or prison. If you have been arrested for DUI you need to contact a Los Angeles criminal defense lawyer immediately to fight your case. The Californian DUI law has many facets. For instance, a drunk driving arrest will immediately create two separate cases against you. Not only will you face criminal charges in the Californian court system, you will also have a case to answer with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).

Criminal Charges & DMV Hearing

There are two ways that a California court may convict you of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, based on two separate statutes. The first considers whether the driver was "unable to drive their car with the same caution characteristic of a sober person, of ordinary prudence, under the same or similar circumstances". One of the skilled DUI attorneys from Martinian & Associates will clarify further how this may apply to you.

The second, referred to as "per se" charge, focuses on whether the driver's blood alcohol level was .08% or higher, regardless of how the driver was performing behind the wheel or in a sobriety test. It is important to remember that, regardless of the grounds on which you were charged, from the date of arrest for DUI, you have only 10 days to contact the DMV to request a hearing. If your request is not lodged within this time frame, your driver's license will automatically be suspended.

Why choose a Los Angeles DUI attorney from our team?

At our firm, we are fully committed to helping our clients protect their legal rights - including in the DMV hearing. While a DUI may seem like a relatively minor offense the penalties for a conviction may have a serious impact on your life. Long term consequences can include much higher insurance rates and difficulty in qualifying for certain types of employment. Let our firm help you avoid these consequences by calling today.

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