Carson DUI Defense Attorney
DUI lawyers in Carson, California, Los Angeles County
If you have been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), you must call the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) within 10 days to challenge their action against your driver's license and schedule a DMV hearing. After your DUI arrest, you must submit to a chemical test, blood or breath to determine the alcohol content of your blood. A refusal or failure to complete the a test will result in suspension of your driver's license for one year.
If the test determines your blood alcohol level is .08 percent or more, your driver's license will be taken by the police officer at the time of your arrest. The police officer will issue paperwork from the Department of Motor vehicles (Form DS-367) with a 30-day temporary license which will allow you to drive while you wait the administrative review and appeal,before your license is suspended. If convicted for DUI, you could face severe consequences.
DUI Penalties
If you are convicted of driving under the influence, you could face multiple penalties. The penalties you will receive depend on the specific details of your DUI case. However, if you are convicted of a misdemeanor or felony DUI, your penalties could include:
- Jail or prison sentence
- Probation
- Large fines and court fees
- Alcohol or substance abuse programs
- License suspensions or revocations
- Car Insurance cancellation or rate increase
Contact our Carson, California Drunk Driving Lawyers
Our dedicated and skilled team of DUI attorneys at the Hedding Law Firm have a long record of success and are well-known for aggressively fighting DUI charges in Carson and all
Los Angeles county courtrooms. DUI lawyer,
Ronald Hedding, is considered the best in the business. He understands that your reputation and future are at stake. He will use his familiarity with local prosecutors and judges on your behalf. If you want the best DUI lawyer when get your day in court,
contact our office for a free, strictly confidential, consultation.