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San Bernardino DUI Lawyer Representing Southern California Clients

In the state of California, individuals convicted of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs are subject to a number of fines and penalties that vary according to specific circumstances of the case.  Whether you have been arrested in San Bernardino or another area of Southern California for DUI, contact a lawyer immediately. Retaining the services of a skilled attorney can make a huge difference in the outcome of your case.

• Chemical and Field Sobriety Testing in California
• The Right to Counsel and The Right to Remain Silent
• DUI Penalties – A Defense Lawyer Can Help
• Administrative License Suspension or Revocation
• Drug & Alcohol Education and Treatment Programs
• Vehicle Confiscation
• Contact a Southern California DUI Lawyer

Chemical and Field Sobriety Testing in California

Although a breathalyzer tests and other forms of chemical testing (blood and urine) may be refused in the field, this refusal can lead to the driver’s arrest and a twelve month driver’s license suspension. Field sobriety tests, on the other hand, may legally be refused since the results of such testing are subjective and refusing these tests can eliminate wrongfully incriminating evidence from being collected. 

The Right to Counsel and The Right to Remain Silent

In California, a driver suspected of DUI may not contact a lawyer at the time of the traffic stop itself. However, it is advised that the driver use his or her right to remain silent until they are able to consult with a DUI lawyer.

DUI Penalties – A Defense Lawyer Can Help

There are a multitude of penalties that can result from a DUI conviction, whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or felony DUI. Depending on the nature of the case, a judge or jury will determine which penalties will apply, and it is up to your attorney to aggressively protect your interests in court.  No matter where you were stopped for DUI, the DUI defense attorneys at Steigerwalt Law Firm are ready to fight for you. Whether you are in San Diego or San Bernardino contact a DUI lawyer at our firm today.

Administrative License Suspension or Revocation

One of the many penalties that an experienced DUI lawyer can help a person convicted of driving under the influence navigate is administrative license suspension or revocation.  Under this penalty, a person’s license may be suspended or revoked on the basis of driving under the influence of an intoxicant or refusing to submit to a blood alcohol test at the time of the incident.  Although this type of penalty is associated with minimum sentencing, and most often refers to first-time DUI offenders, retaining a lawyer to assist during proceedings is necessary.

Drug & Alcohol Education and Treatment Programs

A DUI lawyer may arguing in favor of alcohol education and treatment programs over more serious penalties such as jail time and steep fines.  Often alcohol education, assessment, and treatment programs are mandatory, however extending the duration of these programs or agreeing to participate in such programs when they are not mandated can help reduce the severity of DUI penalties. These programs can include DUI prevention classes, alcohol treatment classes, and the assessment of the individual for potential drug or alcohol dependency problems.

Vehicle Confiscation

An experienced DUI lawyer can typically help first or second-time DUI offenders avoid vehicle confiscation.  Whether the DUI occurred in San Bernardino or elsewhere in Southern California, a DUI Lawyer may argue that it is not in the defendant’s best interest to lose their vehicle, as it may result in loss of employment, wages, educational opportunities, or an inability to attend drug and alcohol rehabilitation programs. Loss of the defendant’s vehicle could further exacerbate depression or an alcohol dependency that fueled the initial infraction.

Contact a Southern California DUI Lawyer

If you've been stopped in San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino or another area of Southern California a DUI lawyer with Steigerwalt Law Firm is ready to help. Our legal team offers a free preliminary consultation – do not hesitate to contact us today to discuss your case.

 

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