Securing the Best San Bernardino DUI Defense
Thomas V. Wallin
DUI Lawyer San Bernardino
DUI Arrest – The Big Picture
Being arrested in California for driving under the influence of alcohol (or DUI) can have a serious impact on your life. From fines and possible jail time to a permanent California criminal record, your DUI or drunk driving charges should not be taken lightly.
What most California DUI defendants don’t realize is that an arrest for drunk driving is twofold; one portion relates to the criminal aspect of the DUI arrest while the other portion relates to the California Department of Motor Vehicles’ aspect of the DUI arrest.
What many California DUI defendants do realize is that hiring an experienced California DUI attorney such as Thomas Wallin has made the difference between a winning defense and a losing defense.
The California DUI Arrest Process |
Criminal DUI |
During an arrest for San Bernardino drunk driving or DUI a citation is normally issued. This citation shows the date that the defendant is required to appear in Court. The courthouse address will depend on where in San Bernardino the defendant was located when stopped by the police. At this stage, hiring a qualified DUI attorney such as Thomas Wallin to assist with your case and court appearance will greatly contribute to securing a favorable outcome.
When the DUI charge is classified as a misdemeanor, the defendant is not required to attend Court; Mr. Wallin will go on your behalf and argue your case. For felony cases, the defendant must be present during all court hearings. Thomas Wallin will attend as well and argue each case. Either way, the presence of a skilled criminal defense attorney will greatly benefit the DUI defendant. |
California DMV |
Known more as an administrative hearing, the California Department of Motor Vehicles gives DUI defendants the opportunity to argue their drunk driving or DUI charges before license suspension begins.
How it works: To defend your right to legally drive in the state of California, you need to request a DMV hearing within ten (10) days after the citation was given. If this date is missed you risk losing your California driving privileges altogether. All DUI-related hearings for San Bernardino are handled through the San Bernardino Safety Office.
Contact Thomas Wallin immediately to avoid the risk of losing your license and to obtain the most aggressive approach to your DUI defense. Without attorney representation 95% of DUI hearings are lost. A skilled DUI lawyer will be prepared to argue many technical issues that are well beyond the knowledge of the average individual and oftentimes overlooked. |
Your DUI Defense
As each San Bernardino drunk driving case is different, the best DUI defense for your California case will depend upon the circumstances that surround your arrest, the charges you face, your criminal background, and other factors. Thomas Wallin, an experienced California criminal defense attorney who focuses his practice exclusively on California DUI, begins by asking a series of simple questions and proceeds with a more thorough examination of every element of your case.
DUI Attorney Thomas Wallin covers all legal bases to prevent you from unfairly losing your driving privileges or suffering unjust penalties and consequences. Should your DUI case go to trial Thomas Wallin is fully prepared to argue on your behalf. Read about the DUI trial process for San Bernardino drunk driving charges.
Understanding the legal process that surrounds your DUI arrest, charges, and defense is paramount to the success of your case. Thomas Wallin will walk you through every step of your DUI legal matter to ensure satisfactory resolution.
Time is essential when DUI charges are made. Securing an attorney as soon as possible is your best defense for San Bernardino drunk driving and DUI arrests. Contact the offices of Thomas Wallin directly or fill out our online DUI form to begin the representation process.
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