Los Angeles DUI & DMV Hearings Attorney

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Criminal Defense Attorney - Serving Los Angeles, Ventura & Surrounding Cities

In the state of California, it is illegal for a person to drive while impaired by either drugs and/or alcohol.  If a person drives while impaired, or with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher, he/she can be charged with driving under the influence (DUI) by California law enforcement. 

Many people make the mistake of taking their DUI charges too lightly.  However, if a person is convicted of DUI, he/she faces serious legal consequences including:  jail time, monetary fines, legal fees, community service, DUI School, and probation.  Additionally, a person may lose his/her driving privileges for a period of time.  The legal consequences for DUI are extremely harsh.  For this reason, a person should never make light of their DUI charges, or choose to represent them self.  If you have been charged with a DUI, you need dependable legal representation from an experienced Los Angeles defense attorney.

California DMV Hearing
As soon as you are arrested for a DUI, your driver’s license will be immediately confiscated by law enforcement officials. At this time, you will be issued a temporary permit that is good for 30 days. The only way to get your driving privileges reinstated is to attend a hearing with the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). You have ten days from the date of your initial arrest to schedule this DMV hearing. Failure to do so will result in the automatic suspension of your driver’s license for up to four months.

 At the hearing, a representative from the DMV will act as both the judge and the prosecutor in order to determine whether you are guilty of drunk driving. The DMV representative examines any data, information, or evidence gathered by law enforcement surrounding your arrest. At this time, you and your attorney will also have the opportunity to present witnesses and evidence in your defense. After the representative has evaluated all the facts, testimony, and evidence, he/she she will make a ruling to either sustain the suspension on your driving privileges, or have them reinstated.

If you have been arrested on DUI charges in Los Angeles, it is important to hire an experienced DUI defense attorney to represent you at the DMV hearing, as well as in criminal court. Many individuals make the mistake of representing themselves. This is NEVER advisable. Without the assistance of a skilled attorney, you are putting your driving privileges in jeopardy and decreasing your chances of success. An attorney well-versed in DUI defense, like Los Angeles criminal defense attorney Debra S. White, will be able to negotiate on your behalf, challenge hard evidence, and effectively question witnesses in your favor.

Contact Los Angeles DUI Defense Attorney

Attorney Debra S. White practices criminal defense exclusively, and is well versed in the Los Angeles criminal court system. Ms. White is devoted to fighting aggressively on behalf of her clients’ rights, and working diligently to get all charges reduced or dropped. Ms. White is always available to discuss any issues regarding a case, and all matters are kept in the strictest confidence.
In addition to servicing clients in Los Angeles, Attorney Debra S. White also provides legal representation for individuals located in other areas of Southern California including Ventura, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Orange County.

Contact us to discuss your Los Angeles DUI & DMV Hearing!