Free DUI Lawyer In California

Reader’s Question:

I have never been charged with DUI because I actually don’t drink and drive. My boyfriend usually does that when he is out with his friends. What are the risks of being charged of DUI here in California?

Jamie

Anaheim, CA

DUI is a criminal offense that we all should take seriously. Law Enforcement Officers, Prosecutors and Judges are not looking out for an individual’s best interests when he/she is charged with DUI. They are actually under tremendous pressure from their superiors to make more arrests, get more convictions and hand out stiffer penalties.

If someone is charged with DUI, or convicted, there are a lot of things that could be at risk. A DUI conviction may mean jail time, a criminal record, loss of driver’s license, possible loss of job, hefty fines, increased insurance rates, required dependency treatment, points against driver’s license, surcharges, etc.

In the state of California, operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances is against the law. This means that if someone is caught driving under the influence, he/she will face criminal charges that have serious consequences. In worse case scenarios like if the individual has an extreme blood alcohol level or if he/she has prior convictions for this type of offense, the penalties will increase substantially. Because DUI may take away an individual’s freedom, his/her driving privileges, and his/her good reputation, if your boyfriend will be charged with DUI, he needs to contact a California DUI lawyer immediately after the arrest.

Reader’s Question:

I’m so scared because this is the first time that I was charged with DUI. I need help as to what consequences I will be facing for having this violation in the State of California? Should I get a lawyer?

Renee

Los, Angeles, CA

First, let me educate you that drinking and driving are two things that should never be combined. Everyone should be practicing not to drive drunk. There are a lot of consequences you may be facing with your drunk driving charge in California. Here are some facts about drinking and driving laws in California.

You may be charged with one of two things if you get an California DUI:

First statue is that an officer can arrest you if he determines you are impaired due to alcohol or drugs. The 2nd statue you can be charged on is your BAC or blood alcohol content. Some consequences of a California DUI may include, but are not limited to fines of up to $1300, jail time, offender school, work programs and probation of up to 5 years.

But be scared no more. A good DUI lawyer in California can definitely get you out of trouble.