Santa Clarita DUI Lawyer

Defending Drivers in Palmdale & Lancaster: (661) 338-6455

Being charged with DUI is a serious matter. A conviction carries heavy penalties in the state of California. Due to the serious nature of the charge, it is highly recommended that you seek the legal counsel of an attorney as quickly as possible. Our Santa Clarita DUI attorney is here to defend your interests, your rights, and your freedom. When you work with our firm to address your DUI charge, we will work tirelessly to reduce your sentence or, preferably, to get your case dismissed altogether.

A DUI conviction carries many penalties, such as:

• Jail or prison time
• License suspension
• Community service
• Mandatory substance abuse treatment programs
• Fines

Misdemeanor vs. Felony DUI

In California, you can either be charged with a misdemeanor or felony DUI, which carry different penalties. If you have been charged with a misdemeanor DUI, you can receive up to five years of probation and one year in county jail, a minimum fine of $390, and a driver's license suspension of six months to three years. If you have been charged with a felony DUI, you will serve a minimum of five years on probation and up to three years in state prison. Additionally, your driver's license will be revoked for a minimum of four years and you will be designated a habitual traffic offender by the department of motor vehicles.

As your Santa Clarita DUI lawyer, we can provide you with the following legal services:

• Requesting a hearing to delay suspension of your driver's license
• Reviewing all documents related to your case, checking for any inaccuracies and breach of protocol
• Investigating the state's findings and presenting a defense to challenge the state's case
• Providing legal representation for court hearings
• Negotiating with the state on your behalf