Step 1: Get Pulled Over; Step 2: Find a DUI Attorney

In Los Angeles, the first thing you should do after being arrested for driving under the influence is contact an attorney. A DUI Attorney has a very different agenda than a regular attorney does, and DUI law changes occasionally. An attorney that does not specialize in DUI cases will not defend you as well as a specialist will in a court of law. A general attorney will not be able to bring in witnesses and specialized information available only to a DUI expert. Drinking and driving is a serious crime and you'll need a serious attorney to ensure that you are properly represented during your case. Surely you won't want to end up facing extended periods of jail time and revoked driving privileges. Sturm Law is the perfect candidate to keep you out of sticky situations.

In California, DUI cases are split into two parts. The first is solely dependent on how impaired the defendant was at the time of suspected DUI from either police or public witnesses. The scene of the arrest may be testified of in court, which can also lead to serious allegations based on inappropriate behavior and decisions while under the influence. Police may testify as well. Witnesses from the prosecution can have a big impact on the jury, so you need a strong defending party to protect your image and your best interests. Defendant's physical appearance, erratic driving, and failure of sobriety tests may also be investigated. The next part of the proceedings is primarily based on chemical testing results. Prosecutors will most likely use these tests to their advantage. All they must show is that the defendant's blood alcohol level was above the legal limit of 0.08% (for California residents). Chemical testing will be a big part in most trials and hiring a Los Angeles DUI attorney from Sturm Law will greatly improve your ability to refute test results in court.

In some cases driving privileges may be revoked for DUI cases. Consequences may be severe; the first offense alone may result in loss of driving privileges for four months. After one conviction, you may lose the right to drive for up to a year. Third and fourth offenses can (and will) add on three and four years. Losing driving privileges can restrict freedom and mobility, which makes it vital to have an experienced attorney to represent you at all times.

Penalties for DUI crimes are not weighted lightly. For a first offense it's possible to be sentenced to six months of jail time, and lose license privileges for a six month period. These will result in three years of revoked driving privileges and 120 days to one year in jail. After these, consequences are much more serious. The case is charged as a felony and penalties can include up to three years in state prison. These penalties can affect regular life dramatically, reducing freedom greatly. In order to protect personal assets and image, hire an experienced DUI attorney from Sturm Law who can protect your best interests.

If you're looking for someone to successfully protect you in a court of law, you're looking in the right place. Facing criminal penalties can be a daunting endeavor, but not with help. Finding a DUI Attorney is not the easiest decision, but we guarantee quality. Come to Sturm Law and we'll make sure that you're protected against all allegations and prosecutors.

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DUI Attorney Los Angeles

DUI Lawyer Los Angeles

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