California DUI Process

When facing DUI charges, it is crucial that you work with a criminal defense attorney you can trust. Experience and a proven track record of success count, as well as your personal feelings about the attorney and the law firm. The DUI process can be tricky, but the right Alameda County DUI lawyer can make a big difference in the outcome of your case.

Criminal Case vs. DMV Case

The DUI process actually consists of two distinct branches. The first, involving the administrative suspension of your driver’s license, is referred to as your DMV hearing. The second branch involves any and all criminal court proceedings. DUI (driving under the influence) is a criminal offense for which a driver may face criminal penalties in court as well as administrative penalties enforced by the California DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles). An attorney can represent your interests in both of these processes in order to protect your driving privileges as well as your freedom.

As an experienced DUI attorney, Lynn Gorelick is skilled in assisting clients with both sides of the California DUI process. In representing clients at DMV hearings, Ms. Gorelick will work to prove that:

• You were not lawfully arrested;
• Your breath or blood test result was below the legal limit (less than .08%); or
• You did not refuse a breath or blood test to determine your blood alcohol concentration.

In fact, in preparing your case for your DMV hearing Ms. Gorelick often learns valuable information and gathers evidence which is beneficial to your criminal court case as well.

To accurately represent your interests in criminal court, Alameda County DUI attorney Lynn Gorelick must prove doubt in the validity of the prosecution’s case against you. You may be facing charges because you were accused of driving with a blood alcohol level above the legal limit, or because your physical or mental abilities were impaired. Developing a tailor-made defense strategy that addresses your particular case will enable Ms. Gorelick to fight for a positive case outcome on your behalf.

Contact our firm today to talk to Alameda & Contra Costa County DUI lawyer Lynn Gorelick about your charges.