Some sources might lead you to believe a DUI is no big deal, little more than a traffic ticket that can easily be dismissed. Nothing could be farther from the truth. You need to take this seriously and it's in your best interest to retain professional legal representation as soon as possible. The implications of a DUI arrest are daunting, which range from an astronomical increase in your auto insurance rates or loss of your drivers license, to jail time.
The good news is there are options, and it doesn't have to be scary. Let me be your guide through the system for the best possible outcome. Right now you probably have more questions than answers, and we can help turn that around! A DUI arrest and possible conviction isn't just embarrassing or inconvenient, it can have a substantial impact on your life and your lifestyle.
Increase In Car Insurance Rates Often thousands of dollars, but a good plea deal may reduce this. Depending on the details of your case many of the above potential outcomes may be avoided or reduced with the assistance of a legal professional, a focused DUI attorney here in Santa Cruz CA, who knows the system and has the right experience.
The good news is there are options, and it doesn't have to be scary. Let me be your guide through the system for the best possible outcome. Right now you probably have more questions than answers, and we can help turn that around! A DUI arrest and possible conviction isn't just embarrassing or inconvenient, it can have a substantial impact on your life and your lifestyle.
Increase In Car Insurance Rates Often thousands of dollars, but a good plea deal may reduce this. Depending on the details of your case many of the above potential outcomes may be avoided or reduced with the assistance of a legal professional, a focused DUI attorney here in Santa Cruz CA, who knows the system and has the right experience.
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I was born in Santa Cruz County and went to high school in Monterey.
I received my undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley in Molecular and Cell Biology and a Minor in Business.
After college, I got a job in San Diego working as a research assistant in a biotech lab doing gene sequencing using mass spectrometry.
I also taught English at a technical university in China.
I went to Santa Clara University School of Law where I received the Witkins Award (top of the class) in my Trial Techniques course.
I received my undergraduate degree from UC Berkeley in Molecular and Cell Biology and a Minor in Business.
After college, I got a job in San Diego working as a research assistant in a biotech lab doing gene sequencing using mass spectrometry.
I also taught English at a technical university in China.
I went to Santa Clara University School of Law where I received the Witkins Award (top of the class) in my Trial Techniques course.
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After you have been arrested for DUI, the arresting officer is required to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles.
The officer may immediately confiscate your license and issue you a temporary driver's permit that allows you to drive for 30 days.
You have ten days from the date of the arrest to schedule a DMV Hearing to contest the suspension.
Failure to request a DMV hearing within the ten days will result in the automatic suspension of your license.
It's a good idea to contact an experienced DUI lawyer in Santa Cruz as soon as possible to discuss your case.
The officer may immediately confiscate your license and issue you a temporary driver's permit that allows you to drive for 30 days.
You have ten days from the date of the arrest to schedule a DMV Hearing to contest the suspension.
Failure to request a DMV hearing within the ten days will result in the automatic suspension of your license.
It's a good idea to contact an experienced DUI lawyer in Santa Cruz as soon as possible to discuss your case.
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A criminal conviction on your record can potentially affect employment opportunities, your ability to travel to certain countries, and have other long-term consequences.
Some petitions are mandatory, which means they must be granted by the judge if properly filed.
Others, such as petitions for all DUI cases, are discretionary.
At the hearing on a discretionary petition the judge will consider evidence of rehabilitation and other supporting documents in deciding whether to grant the dismissal.
I'm experienced in handling DUI expungement petitions and will craft a complete motion for dismissal on your behalf.
Some petitions are mandatory, which means they must be granted by the judge if properly filed.
Others, such as petitions for all DUI cases, are discretionary.
At the hearing on a discretionary petition the judge will consider evidence of rehabilitation and other supporting documents in deciding whether to grant the dismissal.
I'm experienced in handling DUI expungement petitions and will craft a complete motion for dismissal on your behalf.
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After you have been arrested for DUI, the arresting officer is required to notify the Department of Motor Vehicles.
The officer may immediately confiscate your license and issue you a temporary driver's permit that allows you to drive for 30 days.
You have ten days from the date of the arrest to schedule a DMV Hearing to contest the suspension.
Failure to request a DMV hearing within the ten days will result in the automatic suspension of your license.
It's a good idea to contact an experienced DUI lawyer in Santa Cruz as soon as possible to discuss your case.
The officer may immediately confiscate your license and issue you a temporary driver's permit that allows you to drive for 30 days.
You have ten days from the date of the arrest to schedule a DMV Hearing to contest the suspension.
Failure to request a DMV hearing within the ten days will result in the automatic suspension of your license.
It's a good idea to contact an experienced DUI lawyer in Santa Cruz as soon as possible to discuss your case.
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