Santa Barbara DUI Policy And Process When it comes to getting a DUI, Santa Barbara is one city that is not afraid to hand them out. In Santa Barbara County, there are almost 3,000 arrests every year for drunk driving. Of those, about 80% are male drivers. If you are pulled over for a suspected…
Evaluating A DUI Plea bargain Being charged with a DUI in Santa Barbara is not uncommon. There are almost 3,000 arrests made every single year in Santa Barbara County, which is home to more than 300,000 residents. While 10% might not seem like a lot of DUI arrests, it’s quite high compared to other areas…
Preparation course from a Santa Barbara dui attorney Getting caught driving drunk is never a good experience. Fortunately, knowing what to expect can help you to assure that you were apprehended and charged correctly and that the officer did not do anything that was out of line compared to what is typically required to prove intoxication at the time…
Drinking and Driving under 21 What chance do I have to win? I’m underage, was drinking, then was driving and now I’ve been arrested. This is a common question which so many underage drivers have. However, you have the legal right to a proper defense and you have every chance of winning your case. However,…
What to Expect When Facing DUI Charges So you’ve been arrested for DUI/Driving under the influence. What happens now, and how does the system work? Below is an overview of what to expect. The Arrest If you are pulled over for suspicion of drunk driving, you will likely be subjected to a breath test or…
Facing Your DUI Trial Facing a DUI trial alone is not an option you want to take. There are serious ramifications to dealing with the legal system that will impact your life if not handled correctly. It is best to obtain the services of a highly experienced DUI defense attorney to handle the proceedings for…
The DMV Hearings Process When arrested for DUI in California, your license is automatically suspended. However, you will receive a pink “Suspension Order and Temporary License” which allows you temporary driving privileges for 30 days. Following your arrest, you have ten days to contact the Department of Motor Vehicles to schedule a hearing, also known…
Santa Barbara DUI Attorney Being arrested for DUI of alcohol or drugs is a very grave matter that requires urgent handling if you are to preserve your driving privilege. If you are arrested, you risk losing your license and possibly being arrested. Law enforcement officers in the Santa Barbara and Ventura County areas are continually…