Helping You Through the Los Angeles Criminal DUI Process
Motorists in California can be convicted of DUI in two ways, based on two different statutes in the California Vehicle Code:
- Section 23152(a) establishes what is known as the "legal standard" for considering a motorist to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
- Section 23152(b) is known as the "per se" charge, and as its name suggests, its requirements are much less subjective.
The first passage establishes a test for a court to weigh evidence at trial. The second passage bypasses this requirement. If a law-enforcement blood or breath test reports a driver's blood-alcohol content at .08 percent or greater, that driver can be considered as good as guilty of DUI — despite their actual driving performance.
As a California DUI lawyer with more than 14 years experience, I — attorney Edward J. Blum — can protect you on both criminal counts. I research evidence thoroughly and present it convincingly to courts. I refuse to treat fallible Breathalyzer and blood evidence as the most important factors in a DUI case. If facts exist that can prove your innocence or limit your punishment, I will do everything in my power to exploit them.
If you need a tenacious and determined DUI attorney to preserve your driving rights and personal freedoms, contact The Law Office of Edward J. Blum in Los Angeles today at 213-599-7005.
What Happens if I Get a DUI?
If you have been subject to a DUI traffic stop, you naturally have questions. What is your next move?
If you want to keep your driver's license, avoid jail time and save money in the long run, the best answers are these:
- Don't admit anything to police that can be used against you later, no matter how tempting
- Don't ignore your court summons
- Don't plead guilty without the benefit of legal counsel
- Do hire a competent and experienced DUI attorney, immediately
Call me, and I can attend your mandatory hearing with the DMV to prevent a driver's license suspension or revocation. I can also represent your interests in court, so a judge or jury does not decide your fate based on incomplete evidence or shoddy police work.
"Hard Cases" Can Have Soft Facts
Don't accept a DUI lawyer who is content to phone in your defense. The Law Office of Edward J. Blum knows you deserve better. Even if you think you are a "hard case," there may be crucial evidence that can clear you of your misdemeanor and felony DUI charges.
In addition to DUI defense, I have long experience assisting clients in criminal defense. If your DUI case is particularly serious or complicated, you may wish to visit my criminal law website.
We won't give up on you. There's no reason for you to give up on yourself, either.
For a free consultation with a lawyer, contact us at 213-599-7005 or by e-mail here.
