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Traffic violations and DUI charges are serious matters that can lead to prison, fines, loss of your driver's license, and expensive increases in your insurance premiums. At the Law Office of Pilchman & Kay, A Professional Law Corporation, our Irvine DUI attorneys do everything possible to help our clients:

  • Avoid jail
  • Maintain their driving privileges
  • Expunge their record if convicted

While the outcome of your case will depend on many factors, including your driving history, criminal record, and the specifics involved in your case, we work with the court to explore alternatives to jail and harsh penalties.

To schedule your free consultation with a skilled Irvine DUI attorney, contact us at (949) 558-0042.

DUI & Misdemeanor Traffic Offenses

Individuals who are charged with DUI, excessive speeding, or reckless endangerment can sometimes have the charges against them reduced by:

  • Agreeing to perform community service
  • Entering counseling
  • Attending driver's education training

When possible, we explore these alternatives and other options in helping our clients avoid losing their license, their insurance, and their freedom.

As former prosecutors, we have the experience and knowledge needed to negotiate with prosecutors and help you avoid further legal difficulties.

Our Irvine DUI lawyers represent clients in regard to the following traffic-related offenses:

  • Hit and run
  • Street racing
  • Evading arrest
  • Reckless driving
  • DUI/DWI/drinking and driving
  • Driving on a suspended license
  • Driving under the influence of drugs
  • Wet Reckless
  • Excessive Speed

Building a DUI Defense in Irvine

DUI cases are not always as simple as being pulled over, blowing into a breathalyzer, being arrested, and being convicted for drunk driving. First, the police must have “reasonable suspicion” before pulling you over. Secondly, a field sobriety test must be conducted according to proper procedure. Third, if a breathalyzer is used, it must be calibrated correctly and have an up-to-date maintenance record. Next, breathalyzer results can be affected by how hard you blow into a machine.

At the Law Office of Pilchman & Kay, A Professional Law Corporation, we understand what it takes to build a powerful and successful DUI defense. We can thoroughly investigate the case to determine whether there are grounds for the DUI charge to be thrown out of court, such as:

  • Violations of proper protocols by police
  • Poorly maintained breathalyzers
  • Lack of reasonable suspicion

When good reasons exist to dismiss a DUI charge, we have the investigative and forensic resources needed to challenge the charges against you.

In California, there are usually two ways you can be found guilty of drunk driving:

  • Vehicle Code Section 23152(a) provides that if you drive a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or under the influence of drugs (including prescription drugs) you can be found guilty. What the government needs to be proved is that the driver, at the time of the stop was impaired and unable to safely operate a motor vehicle. Typically, a pattern of driving, objective symptoms, and Field Sobriety Tests (FST's) are presented in court to show physical impairment and intoxication.
  • Vehicle Code Section 23152(b) provides that if you are driving under the influence of alcohol and a sample of your blood or breath shows a level of .08 or above, you can be found guilty. A jury must be convinced beyond a reasonable doubt that the person's Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) was beyond that legal limit. So, if the government proves that your BAC was.08 % or higher at the time of the stop, you can be found guilty, regardless of the amount you actually drank.

If a person is arrested for DUI or DWI they are usually charged with both vehicle code sections 23152(a) & (b). Driving Under the Influence cases can have serious criminal consequences in addition to the actions taken by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.

Driving Under the Influence of Prescription Drugs

If you are convicted of DUI or DWI or impaired driving, with the use of prescription drugs the potential consequences may include:

  • Severe fines
  • Having your driving privileges suspended or revoked
  • Time in jail
  • Loss of your job
  • Increased insurance premiums

An experienced and aggressive Orange County DUI attorney representing you can make all the difference.

Consequences for Professional License Holders

If you hold a professional license, conviction of DUI charge may jeopardize your career. Our attorneys will do what it takes to help you fight the charges against you, including:

  • Pre-trial motions
  • Negotiations
  • Engaging in trial

Our experienced Irvine DUI lawyers take pride in their work and our case results reflect this dedication to our clients. We are proud to fight on your behalf.

Work With Our Offense Attorneys in Irvine, CA

Whether you've been arrested for driving with a suspended license or ticketed for reckless driving, protecting your rights and working with the court can make a big difference. We understand how prosecutors and judges view these cases, what needs to be done to position your plea, and how to defend you if the charges against you should be dismissed.

To schedule a free, confidential consultation with an experienced DUI attorney in Irvine, CA, contact (949) 558-0042 today.

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