Reader’s Question:

My son was arrested for DUI here in Camarillo, California and his case is proceeding to trial since he pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. What could we expect to go through during the DUI trial?

Cadence

Camarillo, CA

Just like any other criminal trial, California DUI trial has certain distinct elements. The first phase on your son’s DUI trial in Camarillo, California would typically be the submission of pre-trial motions. The next stage would be the jury selection, where 12 impartial jury members are chosen. During this stage, both sides engage in the examination of prospective jurors, to each individual’s suitability for jury service. After the jury has been selected, both sides would give opening statements which is an opportunity for your son’s DUI lawyer and the prosecutor to give a preview of what is to come in the DUI case.

After the opening statements, both sides would engage in the examination and cross examination of prosecution witnesses and experts and the examination and cross examination of defense witnesses and experts. Both sides would engage in closing arguments once all of the witnesses have testified. This is usually a chance to recap the DUI case that has been presented to the jury. The next stage of the DUI trial would be the jury deliberations and, finally, the verdict. Your son will be sentenced if he will be found guilty for the DUI charge. But it would be very important to keep in mind that defendants in DUI cases can prevail at trial.

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