San Luis Obispo County Lawyer Fighting DUI Charges
DUI Representation in San Luis Obispo County, California
DUI charges can leave you feeling immobilized; with a loss of driving privileges on the line, you want an experienced, tenacious lawyer. At Gerald C. Carrasco, Attorney at Law, we aggressively defend against DUI charges.
Contact our office or call 805-762-4760 or toll free 866-595-8526 today to schedule a free consultation to discuss the specifics of your case with a lawyer. We know you have a lot on the line and work to limit the time and money you spend fighting these charges.
Aggressive Defense Against DUI and DWI Charges
Our knowledgeable drunk driving defense extends to both the criminal and administrative aspects of your case. This means that we will represent you before a judge and before the Department of Motor Vehicles during administrative hearings to try to retain your driving privileges. If we unable to keep your license, we will advocate for restricted privileges to allow you to commute to work.
We have years of experience building defense strategies for adults and minors, and have protected clients with commercial driver's license (CDL) concerns. We know the system in San Luis Obispo County and put our experience and ability to work for the benefit of our clients in fighting DUI charges.
A Strategic Approach
Once you have been charged with a DUI, you want to get a lawyer involved immediately. Our staff will carefully examine every aspect of your arrest and determine whether your rights were protected throughout the traffic stop. Officers need probable cause or reasonable suspicion to perform traffic stops; we will critically examine every point of contact from the stop itself through to the field sobriety tests and the breath or blood test. We explore diverse options for getting charges reduced or dismissed entirely.
When it appears due process has been followed, our staff will advocate for alternative sentencing to help you avoid jail time. Every case is unique, and we may be able to request a stay from jail time for enrollment in AA or residential treatment programs.
When you have been charged with a DUI, contact an experienced attorney within 10 days of your arrest to learn what your options truly are.
