DUI DMV 10 DAY RULE

 

THE DWI DUI DMV TEN DAY RULE


"ask for a DMV hearing within ten days following the arrest"

Call a California DUI lawyer and request your DMV hearing in a timely manner. In some cases, your attorney can attempt to have the order of suspension thrown out altogether. However, inaction or procrastination is your worst enemy. Failure to secure a hearing means that your driver’s license will be suspended automatically at the end of 30 days from the arrest. Once you ask for a hearing, you will receive an extension of your driving privilege – allowing you the ability to earn a living and take care of your daily business for as long as possible.

Not only will our criminal DUI lawyer help with the court case but the legal expertise that they bring to the table will be indispensable when dealing with the DMV.

After being charged with driving under influence of drugs or alcohol in the state of California, you need to understand your rights. It is also advisable not to go to court or to the DMV without legal representation. It is your right to remain silent, so it is in your best interest to discuss the case with your attorney to avoid any problems.

Hire a lawyer for DUI if you are faced with violations of:

• Statute 23152(a) VC states that driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a misdemeanor in the state.
• Statute 23152(b) VC states that driving with blood alcohol content of 0.08 percent or higher is also a misdemeanor.

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SERIOUS DUI DWI - THE PENALTIES

DMV DEFENSE - CRIMINAL DEFENSE

          

DWI DUI and the DMV - Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a serious offense in California. The penalties that come with a DUI conviction depend on many aspects of the case as well as whether this is your first or subsequent offense. Penalties may include:

• Suspension or loss of driving privileges
• Jail terms
• Fines
• Mandatory educational programs
• Installation of an ignition interlock device in your car.
• Drastic increases in insurance premium rates and issues in obtaining credit

          

Remember that criminal charges are only one aspect of a DUI. When you are pulled over on suspicion of DUI and have a blood alcohol content (BAC) of 0.08 percent and above or refuse to take the test, the arresting officer will take away your license immediately and hand you a pink slip. This works as a formal notice of a possible license suspension. While the sheet allows you temporary driving privileges, you will need to ask for a DMV hearing within ten days following the arrest.  We can help

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HIGH AND HIGH PROFILE DUI DWI

High Profile DUIs - The People, The Cars, The Movie Stars

If you are facing DUI charges, choosing the right DUI defense attorney can be the most important decision you make about your case. For high-profile individuals, not only do you need someone with the knowledge and experience to help you beat your charges or minimize your penalties, you also need someone who can help you keep your case out of the public eye.

At The Law Offices of David Lehr, we pride ourselves in always putting our clients’ interests first, fighting for the best possible outcome in every single case we handle, and counting ourselves among the most experienced and passionate California DUI attorneys out there. If you are facing a DUI in Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, Oxnard or Ventura County, you need an attorney who is willing and able to fight to protect your rights, your driver’s license, and your freedom. This is what you get with The Law Offices of David Lehr.

Free Initial Consultation

For more information, please click here to schedule your free initial consultation with Ventura DUI attorney David Lehr. We are conveniently located across the street from the Ventura County courthouse, and evening and weekend appointments are available upon request.

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FIRST DUI

 Facing a First DUI Charge - Information 

Pleading guilty to a first DUI offense can have very serious repercussions. A DUI conviction will cost you thousands of dollars, and can have numerous other short-term and long-term consequences. These include:

• Jail time or work release
• Probation
• Loss of your driver’s license
• Mandatory attendance of the Drinking Driver Program (alcohol school)
• Increased insurance costs
• Impeded ability to maintain your employment (or find new employment) and provide for your family
• A “prior” record for purposes of subsequent DUI convictions

No matter what else that you do, make sure that you request a DMV hearing within ten days of your arrest.

If facing charges for a first DUI, there are numerous moving parts and interrelated issues that need to be properly managed and considered. Here are some things you should know about facing a first DUI:

• Your DUI Rights – learn about your rights when facing first-time charges for drunk driving.
• The DMV Hearing – learn about how to protect your license at the initial DMV hearing  (important: this requires action within ten days of your arrest)
•  DUI Court Process – learn about what to expect in court for a first DUI offense.
• Ways to Beat Your DUI – learn about what to expect in court for a first DUI offense.
• Selecting Your DUI Lawyer –learn how to choose between DUI attorneys and what makes a good lawyer for first DUI offenses.
• DUI Penalties – learn about the possible penalties for first DUI convictions

RIGHTS WHEN ARRESTED FOR DUI DWI

By working with an experienced  DUI defense attorney, you can ensure that your rights are protected, and that any past violations do not result in an unjust conviction for your alleged DUI.

• Right Not to Be Stopped Without Reasonable Suspicion – You have the right not to be stopped unless the police have “reasonable suspicion” to pull you over. Officers frequently cite invalid bases for making traffic stops, and when this happens the entire case should be dismissed.
• Right Not to Be Arrested Without Probable Cause – You have the right to not be placed into custody unless the police have sufficient “probable cause” to make an arrest.
• Right to Refuse to Take Field Sobriety Tests (FSTs) – You have the right to refuse to take FSTs. However, if you refuse to take a chemical BAC test, this refusal can be taken into consideration during your sentencing and at the DMV administrative hearing for suspension of your driver’s license.
• Right to Remain Silent – You have the right to remain silent during the DUI arrest process. Aside from providing personally identifying information, you are not required to make any statements to the police or respond to any of their questions.
• Right to Speak with an Attorney – You have the right to speak with an attorney and to have an attorney represent you at all stages of your Ventura DUI case. If you cannot afford to pay a private attorney, you have the right be represented by a public defender.
• Right to Access Police Reports and Other Evidence – You have the right to obtain copies of the police reports from your DUI arrest and to review any other evidence the prosecutor intends to use against you should your case go to trial.
• Right to Present Your Own Evidence and Witnesses – You have the right to perform investigations, interview witnesses, and subpoena witnesses to testify at trial. You also have the right to present other evidence (such as independent analysis of your blood sample) to help your defense.
• Right to a Fair Trial – You have the right to a fair trial under the California DUI laws. This includes an impartial jury, appropriate court procedures (such as jury instructions), and presentation of admissible evidence.
• Right to Expungement of Your DUI Conviction – If you plead guilty or get convicted at trial, you have the right to have your criminal record expunged after you complete your sentence.

Ventura drunk driving lawyer if you have been arrested on DUI charges. Your driving privilege, standing in the community, employment and freedom depend upon your timely action. We have years of experience handling local cases and are known and respected by the players in the judicial system. Call our offices today for a free case review. 
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