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Being charged with a DUI is often the first and only contact otherwise law-abiding citizens have with the criminal justice system. Some drivers mistakenly equate a DUI charge with receiving a traffic ticket -- that will "go away" after so many years. The truth is a California DUI Conviction confirms a criminal act was committed and that criminal conviction has a life-long record. This reality, along with many other negative consequences, gives powerful incentive to Fight your First Time DUI charges.

First-Time DUI Defense Desired Outcomes
1. Dismissal of DUI Charges & DMV “Set Aside” of license suspension
Short of going to trial and winning, the only way the prosecution is going to dismiss a case is if they don’t believe they can prove the charges. By using subpoenas we are able to look at the evidence the prosecution needs to have in order to get a conviction. Videos of the stop and maintenance/calibration records for the breath devices are two of the items we go after the most aggressively.

2. Reduction of DUI Charges
The posture of the prosecution is exactly the same here as in the above paragraph. Often, the defense evidence discovered, is not enough to make the case go away. In these instances, the prosecution may offer a reduced charge.

3. Reduction of Penalties
With a reduction of charges comes a reduction in penalties. This usually means no jail time, lesser fines and perhaps no DUI school.

First Time DUI Defense Factors
What was your BAC?
A first time DUI is perhaps just an error in judgment which, by itself, does not make you a bad person. The higher the BAC the less sympathy you will find though, from the prosecution and the DMV. Those persons with marginal BACs stand a much better chance at resolving cases favorably.

Alcohol and Prescription Meds
Another big concern of the prosecution over the past several years is the combination of alcohol and prescription medications. It is advisable to read the warning labels on the prescription bottles and the handout from the pharmacy. If there is any suggestion that you not mix alcohol with the medication, you may well find it very difficult to convince the prosecution you were not under the influence for purposes of DUI. Prescription medications by themselves may also subject you to being prosecuted under VC23152(a) Again, read the warnings very carefully.

DUI Injury Accidents
DUI Injury cases are being treated very harshly, often resulting in State Prison sentences even if you have no criminal record. Whatever your reason for being on this site, know that we at the law office of Denis White are here to help you understand your options. Give us a call today or simply send an e-mail for a free consultation.

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