Dui Defense
Have you or a loved one been charged with a DUI in San Bernardino County?
Our Former Prosecutors are Ready to Help You Defend Your DUI Case
At Visco & Selyem Criminal Defense, we pledge to tirelessly defend each client’s freedom, rights, and future. Our team comprises top-rated defense lawyers, who were once seasoned prosecutors, with deep knowledge and battle-tested strategies to significantly impact our clients’ cases.
Call our San Bernardino County based DUI Defense Attorneys NOW: (714) 908-9080
Understanding the Severity of A DUI Charge in California:
In California, a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) charge is not usually considered a felony for a first or second offense. However, certain circumstances can escalate a DUI to a felony. Here is how DUI offenses are generally classified in California:
First and second DUI offenses are commonly viewed as misdemeanors in California.
Misdemeanor DUI convictions can attract penalties such as fines, license suspension, probation, attendance at DUI school, and even imprisonment in certain cases.
Specific penalties can vary based on the nature of the case and precisely whether it is a first or second offense.
A DUI can be escalated to a felony under certain conditions, including:
- DUI with Injury: A DUI charge that resulted in injuries to others can lead to felony charges. This is often referred to as a "DUI with injury" or "felony DUI with injury".
- Multiple DUI Offenses: If an individual boasts three or more prior DUI convictions within a 10-year time frame, subsequent DUI charges can be classified as a felony.
- Previous Felony DUI: If an individual has a past felony DUI conviction on their record, future DUI charges could also be classified as a felony.
In California, a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) charge is not usually considered a felony for a first or second offense. However, certain circumstances can escalate a DUI to a felony. Here is how DUI offenses are generally classified in California:
First and second DUI offenses are commonly viewed as misdemeanors in California.
Misdemeanor DUI convictions can attract penalties such as fines, license suspension, probation, attendance at DUI school, and even imprisonment in certain cases.
Specific penalties can vary based on the nature of the case and precisely whether it is a first or second offense.
Our criminal defense lawyers have successfully countered DUI charges in the past with dui defenses such as:
- Mechanical failure of the breathalyzer equipment
- Police's failure to maintain and test breathalyzer equipment accurately
- Police's failure to read the Miranda rights to the driver
- Unjustifiable traffic stop – for instance, merely wavering within your lane doesn’t warrant a traffic stop
- Lack of probable cause for the DUI arrest
- The "evidence" indicating driver intoxication was merely signs of fatigue
- The driver’s BAC was lower at the time of driving than at the time of testing (usually in cases where the driver is apprehended shortly after drinking or the test is delayed)
- Police's failure to observe the driver for the mandatory fifteen minutes before administering a breathalyzer test
Call our San Bernardino County based DUI Defense Attorneys NOW: (714) 908-9080
If you’ve been arrested and/or charged with a DUI in San Bernardino County or surrounding Southern California areas, your best course of action is to immediately connect with our defense law firm to start crafting your own defense. Our defense team will thoroughly examine your case for police errors and other factors that prove your charges are baseless.
Discover how we can provide the personalized, extensive dui defense needed for your DUI charge. Reach out to us anytime on (714) 908-9080 to kick-start with a complimentary initial consultation.
Understanding the Severity of A DUI Charge in California:
In California, a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) charge is not usually considered a felony for a first or second offense. However, certain circumstances can escalate a DUI to a felony. Here is how DUI offenses are generally classified in California:
First and second DUI offenses are commonly viewed as misdemeanors in California.
Misdemeanor DUI convictions can attract penalties such as fines, license suspension, probation, attendance at DUI school, and even imprisonment in certain cases.
Specific penalties can vary based on the nature of the case and precisely whether it is a first or second offense.
