If you or a loved one have already been arrested it is essential that you be informed. What can be done immediately after an arrest and how to take action as soon as possible for your own defense is critical information. There is a 10-day window of opportunity to request a hearing with the DMV or your license will be automatically suspended. Knowing what to do first and how to take action will make every difference in your defense.
Driving Under the Influence or DUI investigations are implemented for many reasons. Ultimately, the prosecutor in a DUI prosecution is required to prove each and every element of the offense beyond a reasonable doubt, and in the case of reasonable doubt of the DUI suspect's guilt, a jury must find the driver not guilty.
Many motorists arrested for drunk-driving or driving under the influence of drugs are unaware of the relationship between the criminal courts, the California Department of Motor Vehicles, and their driver's license. The DMV case is more time-sensitive, because a motorist facing a drunk driving charge has only 10-day calendar days from the date of arrest to request a DMV hearing.
Getting arrested on suspicion of a DUI in California can be a frightening experience. Suspected drunk drivers face a legal labyrinth that can seem daunting. A drunk-driving case generates two separate cases: in criminal court, and at the Department of Motor Vehicles. A California DUI attorney with experience in drunk driving defense cases can help drivers navigate through both the DMV hearing and the criminal court case.
From getting released from custody, requesting a DMV hearing, or post-conviction relief like expungements, there are many resources available to you to help you navigate being charged with a DUI in California.
Criminal defense attorney Darren T. Kavinoky, and the experienced attorneys of The Kavinoky Law Firm, have a proven track record of success and are committed to providing you with a relentlessly thorough defense. Please contact us for a consultation at no charge.
Blood or Breath Alcohol Content (BAC) is a critical issue in nearly every drinking and driving arrest, whether DUI / DWI, driving under the influence of drugs (DUID), drunk driving, or any type of impaired driving case.
The online BAC calculator below will allow you to predict your BAC levels at a given point in time, based upon the number of drinks consumed over a period of time. Fill in the information required below for an estimate of blood or breath alcohol level.
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| Beer | Wine | Shot | ||
| Fluid Ounces | 12 | 4 | 1.5 | |
| Alcohol Content | 4% - 4.5% | 15% - 20% | 30% - 50% | |
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