Bay Area DUI Case Results

San Mateo County Redwood City DUI .20% BAC First Offense DUI Collision High BAC DUI Enhancement

Case Conclusion Date 01.24.2024

Practice Area  San Mateo DUI and DWI

Outcome DISMISSAL OF HIGH BAC ENHANCEMENT, Three Years DUI Probation, $224 Fine, 3 MONTH DUI SCHOOL and 2 days SWAP
Description Client was arrested for DUI by the San Mateo Police Department after he was found in his vehicle which had collided with a street sign. Client was take to the hospital where his blood was drawn and tested with a result of .20% BAC. The BAC was highly relevant because it qualified client for the 9 month DUI school and a potentially mandatory Ignition Interlock Device ("IID"). Settled the case today for a DISMISSAL OF HIGH BAC ENHANCEMENT & Probation Granted: 3 Years, $224 Fine, 3 MONTH DUI SCHOOL and 2 days SWAP. Not only did we get the 3 month DUI school, but I even secured an $1,800 reduction of clients fine! 

San Francisco DUI .14% BAC Second Offense DUI Collision and DUI Refusal Enhancement

Case Conclusion Date 12.21.2023

Practice Area San Francisco DUI and DWI

Outcome Three Years DUI Probation, $1900 Fine, 18 Month DUI School, 1 MADD Class, 1 Year IID and NO JAIL OR SWAP. REFUSAL WON AT DMV

Description Client was arrested for DUI by the San Francisco Police Department after she collided with three parked cars. Client submitted to PAS with results of .14% BAC and a later blood test which returned a result of .13% BAC. Complicating matters further, client had a prior San Mateo County DUI in 2016. Today, we settled the case for a plea t the DUI charge for DUI Probation Granted: 3 Years, $1900 Fine, 18 Month multiple offender DUI School, 1 MADD Class, 1 Year IID and NO JAIL OR SWAP. Considering that second offense DUI's  typically get around 30  to 60 days SWAP, this was an exceptional result only matched by the fact that we convinced the DMV to drop the DUI Refusal Allegation which would have resulted in a two year license suspension with no restriction.  Instead, Client was immediately able to get a restricted license with installation of the IID. Getting the DUI refusal down to a regular second offense DUI was no small task and it took several extra hearings, but it was worth it in the end for this San Francisco DUI client.

Monterey County Salinas DUI .20% BAC First Offense DUI High BAC DUI Enhancement

Case Conclusion Date 12.15.2023

Practice Area Salinas DUI and DWI

Outcome ENHANCEMENTS DISMISSED, Five Years DUI Probation, $1900 Fine, 30 AA Meetings, 240 Hours Community Service & 3 Month DUI School

Description Client was arrested by Salinas Police Department for DUI after she was found asleep in her vehicle at a stop light. Client submitted to a blood test which returned a result of .20% BAC, thus qualifying her for an enhancement and the 9 month DUI school. After much negotiation, I settled the case today for ENHANCEMENTS DISMISSED & Probation Granted: 5 Years, $1900 Fine, 30 AA Meetings, 240 Hours Community Service & 3 Month DUI School.

Solano County Fairfield DUI .19% BAC First Offense DUI High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area Fairfield DUI and DWI

Case Conclusion Date  Dec 04, 2023

Outcome  Three Years DUI Probation, $1,850 fine, 3 month DUI School & 2 days Weekend Work

Description  Client was arrested for DUI after being found passed out behind the wheel at a stoplight by the Vacaville Police Department. The high BAC was a problem but today we settled the DUI case favorably for PROBATION GRANTED for 3 years, $1,850 fine, 3 month DUI School and 2 days Weekend Work in lieu of county jail. License suspended for 30 days and restricted for 5 months by California DMV.

Santa Clara County San Jose DUI .19% BAC Second Offense DUI Probation Violation  High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area San Jose DUI and DWI

Date Nov 21, 2023

Outcome Four Years DUI Probation, 22 Days SWAP, 18 Month DUI School, 1 Year IID and NO FINES OR FEES

Description Client was found passed out at the wheel of her vehicle at a stop light in Santa Clara. After field sobriety tests, client submitted to a PAS test with results of .22, .19 and .20% and was arrested by the Santa Clara Police Department for DUI. Client had suffered a prior DUI conviction just two years prior so she was still on active probation for that offense. Today, I settled clients case for: PROBATION GRANTED: 4 Years, 22 Days SWAP, 18 Month DUI School, 1 Year IID and NO FINES OR FEES. Since we were able to avoid client admitting a probation violation, she might be eligible for a "restricted license" and by arguing inability to pay fines, she saved approximately $2,500.

Alameda County Fremont DUI .19% BAC Drugs First Offense DUI Hit and Run Collision and High BAC DUI Enhancement

Case Conclusion Date 12.08.2023

Practice Area Fremont DUI and DWI

Outcome ENHANCEMENTS DISMISSED, Three Years DUI Probation, $1919 Fine, 3 Month DUI School and 3 days SWAP in lieu of Jail.

Description  Client had a collision in a parking structure of which he was unaware. The Fremont Police were called and found client in his home and arrested him for hit and run and DUI. Client submitted to a blood test which returned a result of .19% BAC and positive for drugs. Today, we settled client's case for ENHANCEMENTS DISMISSED: Probation Granted, 3 years, $1919 Fine, 3 Month DUI School and 3 days SWAP in lieu of Jail.

Marin County San Rafael DUI .11% BAC First Offense DUI

Case Conclusion Date 12.06.2023

Practice Area San Rafael DUI and DWI

Outcome DUI CHARGES DISMISSED, Case Reduced to Reckless Driving: 1 Year DUI Probation, $919 Fine, 12 Hour DUI School and 2 Days SWAP

Description Client was arrested for DUI by the Marin County CHP after being observed speeding on Highway 101. Client submitted to PAS test with results of .12% BAC and a later blood test with result of .11% BAC. Today, we successfully resolved the case for DUI CHARGES DISMISSED, Case Reduced to Reckless Driving: 1 Year Probation, $919 Fine, 12 Hour DUI School and 2 Days SWAP.

Solano County Fairfield DUI .19% BAC First Offense DUI High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area Fairfield DUI and DWI

Case Conclusion Date  Dec 04, 2023

Outcome  Three Years DUI Probation, $1,850 fine, 3 month DUI School & 2 days Weekend Work

Description  Client was arrested for DUI after being found passed out behind the wheel at a stoplight by the Vacaville Police Department. The high BAC was a problem but today we settled the DUI case favorably for PROBATION GRANTED for 3 years, $1,850 fine, 3 month DUI School and 2 days Weekend Work in lieu of county jail. License suspended for 30 days and restricted for 5 months by California DMV.

Santa Clara County San Jose DUI .19% BAC Second Offense DUI Probation Violation  High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area San Jose DUI and DWI

Date Nov 21, 2023

Outcome Four Years DUI Probation, 22 Days SWAP, 18 Month DUI School, 1 Year IID and NO FINES OR FEES

Description Client was found passed out at the wheel of her vehicle at a stop light in Santa Clara. After field sobriety tests, client submitted to a PAS test with results of .22, .19 and .20% and was arrested by the Santa Clara Police Department for DUI. Client had suffered a prior DUI conviction just two years prior so she was still on active probation for that offense. Today, I settled clients case for: PROBATION GRANTED: 4 Years, 22 Days SWAP, 18 Month DUI School, 1 Year IID and NO FINES OR FEES. Since we were able to avoid client admitting a probation violation, she might be eligible for a "restricted license" and by arguing inability to pay fines, she saved approximately $2,500.

Yolo County Woodland Driving on Suspended License 14601.2

Practice Area Woodland Criminal defense

Date Oct 19, 2023

Outcome ALL CHARGES DISMISSED

Description Client had previously lost her license for an old DUI case and was arrested by the Woodland Police Department for driving on a suspended license. Client was looking at a misdemeanor with fines in excess of $2,000, 10 days in jail and a 2 year license suspension. After helping client get her license back, today I convinced the DA to dismiss all charges!

Santa Clara County San Jose DUI  .14% BAC First Offense DUI

Practice Area San Jose DUI and DWI

Date Oct 03, 2023

Outcome Three years DUI Probation, Fine $1951, 3 Month DUI School & 4 days of SWAP

Description Client was arrested by the CHP for DUI after being stopped for drifting over the center line early in the morning on Highway 101. Client submitted to PAS test of .14% and blood test of .14% BAC. Today, I settled this case for PROBATION GRANTED: 3 Years, Fine $1951, 3 Month DUI School & 4 days of SWAP in lieu of jail.

Merced County Los Banos DUI First Offense DUI Drugs

Practice Area Los  Banos DUI and DWI

Date Sep 18, 2023

Outcome DUI CHARGES DISMISSED & Plea to Reckless Driving: 1 Year DUI Probation, 12 Hour DUI School & 40 hours Community Service (NO FINES & NO LICENSE SUSPENSION).

Description Client was arrested by the CHP after he was observed speeding. PAS test returned 0.0 BAC, so officers suspected drugs. Client submitted to blood test which came back positive for Meth and Xanax. Today, we settled for case for DUI CHARGES DISMISSED & Plea to Reckless Driving: 1 Year Probation, 12 Hour DUI School & 40 hours Community Service (NO FINES & NO LICENSE SUSPENSION).

Santa Clara County San Jose DUI .15% BAC First Offense DUI Speed and High BAC DUI Enhancements

Practice Area San Jose DUI and DWI

Date Aug 01, 2023

Outcome Three Years DUI Probation, $1,950 FINE, 8 Days SWAP & 3 Month DUI School.

Description Client was arrested for DUI by the CHP after he was observed driving 105 MPH on I-280. Client submitted to PAS test with results of .16% BAC and later breath test showed a .14% and .15% BAC. Client was looking at two enhancements: 1) for high BAC and 2) high speed....which could have added an additional 60 days in the county jail. Today, we settled the case for a dismissal of the enhancements, PROBATION GRANTED: 3 YEARS, $1,950 FINE, 8 Days SWAP & 3 Month DUI School.

San Francisco DUI Second Offense DUI Drugs

Practice Area San Francisco DUI and DWI

Date Jul 20, 2023

Outcome DUI CHARGES DISMISSED & Case Reduced to Reckless Driving: 1 Year DUI Probation, $800 Fine, 12 Hour DUI School, 1 MADD Class & NO LICENSE SUSPENSION

Description Client was arrested for DUI by the CHP after he was found asleep in his car at the Golden Gate Bridge toll plaza. Client had a prior DUI within ten years and submitted to a blood test which was positive for Xanax and Marijuana. After two years, I finally settled this case for a tremendous result: DUI CHARGES DISMISSED & Case Reduced to Reckless Driving: 1 Year Probation, $800 Fine, 12 Hour DUI School, 1 MADD Class & NO LICENSE SUSPENSION. By resisting the temptation to settle this case early, I saved this client more than triple the amount he paid me and gave him an opportunity to turn his life around.

San Francisco DUI .15% BAC First Offense DUI Collision High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area San Francisco DUI and DWI

Date Jul 20, 2023

Outcome DUI CHARGES DISMISSED & Case Reduced to Reckless Driving: 1 Year DUI Probation, $800 Fine, 3 Month DUI School and 1 MADD Class.

Description Client arrested for DUI by the CHP after being involved in a collision on I-280. Client submitted to PAS tests with results of .16% and .15% and a later blood test of .15% BAC. After nearly two years, I finally settled this case for DUI CHARGES DISMISSED & Case Reduced to Reckless Driving: 1 Year Probation, $800 Fine, 3 Month DUI School and 1 MADD Class. By working this case and refusing settlement, I saved this client two years of probation, $1200 and a DUI conviction.

San Francisco DUI .17% BAC First Offense DUI High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area San Francisco DUI and DWI

Date Jul 12, 2023

Outcome 3 Years DUI Probation, Reduced Fine of $390, 3 Month DUI School and 1 MADD Class

Description Client arrested for DUI by the CHP after being observed driving 90 MPH on the Bay Bridge. Client refused PAS and submitted to breath tests of .17% and .16% BAC. Settled case today for Probation Granted: 3 Years, Reduced Fine of $390, 3 Month DUI School and 1 MADD Class.  I saved this DUI client almost $2,000 off his fine.

San Mateo County Redwood City DUI .14% BAC First Offense DUI 

Practice Area Redwood City DUI and DWI

Date Jun 20, 2023

Outcome Three Years DUI Probation, $594 Fine, 1 Day SWAP & 3 Month DUI School

Description Client stopped by the CHP for speeding and weaving. After a DUI investigation, she submitted to a PAS test with results of .11% and .15% BAC. After arrest, she did two more breath tests with results of .14% BAC. Today, we settled the case for a plea to driving with BAC in excess of .08% and sentenced to three years probation, reduced fine of $594 (savings of about $1,500), one day of community service/SWAP and a three month DUI school.

Alameda County Oakland DUI .14% BAC First Offense DUI

Practice Area Oakland DUI and DWI

Date Jun 15, 2023

Outcome DUI CHARGES DISMISSED: Case Reduced to Reckless Driving; 1 Year DUI Probation, $929 Fine, 12 Hour DUI School & NO LICENSE SUSPENSION OR SR22

Description Client was stopped by the California Highway Patrol for speeding (97 in 65 mph) and subjected to a DUI investigation. Client submitted to PAS test with results of .12% and .14% BAC and was arrested. After arrest, Client performed two breath tests with results of .14% BAC. Today, we resolved this case for a dismissal of all DUI charges in exchange for a plea to "reckless driving". Client sentenced to one year of probation, fine of $829 and a 12 hour DUI school. Additionally, we obtained a "not guilty" finding as to driving with a BAC in excess of .08% resulting in NO LICENSE SUSPENSION AND NO SR22 INSURANCE REQUIREMENT.

Marin County Juvenile Felony Weapon Possession

Practice Area San Rafael Criminal defense

Date Jun 14, 2023

Outcome ALL CHARGES DISMISSED for Deferred Entry of Judgement: 8 Months & 50 Hours Community Service

Description Client was a juvenile when his school reported that he had multiple handguns in his home and a 3-D printer for weapons construction. Client charged with two felonies and two misdemeanors. Today, we resolved client's case of a "deferred entry of judgment." Client to stay arrest free for eight months and perform 50 hours of community service and all charges will be dismissed and all records relating to case destroyed.

Santa Clara County San Jose DUI .09% BAC First Offense DUI Refusal Allegation

Practice Area San Jose DUI and DWI

Date Jun 12, 2023

Outcome DUI CHARGES DISMISSED: Case Reduced to Reckless Driving: 1 yr DUI probation, $1400 Fine, 3 Month DUI School & 48 Hours Community Service

Description Client was stopped by CHP after a 911 call reporting a drunk driver. Client found with vomit in his vehicle and incoherent. Client arrested for DUI and then refused to submit to chemical test. A warrant was then obtained for Client's blood which was analyzed several hours after later with a result of .09% BAC. Today, we finally settled the case for a DISMISSAL of all DUI Charges. Client pled to Reckless Driving for one year of probation, fine of $1,400, 3 month DUI school and 48 hours of community service.

San Francisco DUI .18% BAC First Offense DUI Forced Blood Draw Refusal High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area San Francisco DUI and DWI

Date Jun 08, 2023

Outcome ALL CHARGES DISMISSED AND RECORDS SEALED: Successful Completion of Diversion: 8 Months, 3 Month DUI School, 10 Parenting Classes, 1 MADD Class and 25 AA Meetings

Description Client was stopped by the California Highway Patrol on the Bay Bridge after being observed weaving in and out of her lane. Client refused to cooperate with investigation and a warrant was obtained for her blood which was tested with a result of .18% BAC. Today, I obtained a complete DISMISSAL OF ALL CHARGES pursuant to successful completion of primary care diversion (client was a single mom). All records relating to clients arrest were sealed and destroyed as a condition of client remaining arrest free for 8 months, completion of 3 month DUI school, 25 AA meetings, 10 parenting classes and one MADD class.

San Francisco DUI .10% BAC First Offense DUI

Practice Area San Francisco DUI and DWI

Date Jun 02, 2023

Outcome DUI CHARGES DISMISSED: CASE REDUCED TO RECKLESS DRIVING: 1 Year DUI Probation, $785 Fine, 3 Month DUI School, 1 MADD Class

Description Client's car broke down early in the morning and she was approached by officers from the California Highway Patrol ("CHP"). The officers smelled alcohol and a DUI investigation ensued. Although Client refused PAS test, she did submit to a blood test which returned a result of .10% BAC. Technically, this was Client's first DUI offense in ten years, however, she did have a "stale" DUI prior (older than 10 years) and a prior public intoxication conviction. Nevertheless, we we still able to settle Client's case today for a DISMISSAL OF ALL DUI CHARGES in exchange for a plea to "Reckless Driving". Client received highly reduced sentence of: 1 Year Informal Probation, Fine of $785, 3 Month DUI School & One MADD class.

Santa Clara County Palo Alto DUI .13% BAC First Offense DUI

Practice Area Sunnyvale DUI and DWI

Date Jun 01, 2023

Outcome DUI CHARGES DISMISSED: CASE REDUCED TO RECKLESS DRIVING, 1 Year DUI Probation, $1,600 Fine, 3 Month DUI School, 1 MADD Class, 4 Days Weekend Work

Description Client was stopped by the Sunnyvale Police Department after he was observed weaving and driving erratically. Client submitted to field sobriety tests, but refused the PAS test. He was then arrested and had his blood drawn which returned a result of .13% BAC. Today, we settled client's case for a DISMISSAL OF THE DUI CHARGES in exchange for a plea to the reduced charge of "Reckless Driving". Client sentenced to 1 year informal probation, Fine of $1,600, 3 Month DUI School, 1 MADD Class and 4 days of weekend work in lieu of jail.

San Francisco DUI .14% BAC First Offense DUI Collision

Practice Area San Francisco DUI and DWI

Date May 25, 2023

Outcome DUI CHARGES DISMISSED: CASE REDUCED TO RECKLESS DRIVING: 1 Year DUI Probation, $785 Fine, 3 Month DUI School & MADD Class

Description Client was in a motor vehicle collision in the early morning hours at 7th Street & Harrison Streets which was subsequently investigated by the California Highway Patrol ("CHP"). Although the CHP didn't observe client driving, they concluded she was the driver and after a DUI investigation, Client submitted to a breath test with result of .14% BAC. Today, we successfully settled Client's case for a DISMISSAL OF ALL DUI CHARGES and a plea to the reduced charge of "Reckless Driving." Client's sentence significantly reduced; 1 year informal probation, $785 Fine, 3 Month DUI school (online) and one MADD class.

San Francisco DUI .17% BAC First Offense DUI Collision High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area San Francisco DUI and DWI

Date May 25, 2023

Outcome DUI CHARGES & ENHANCEMENTS DISMISSED for Reckless Driving. 1 YEAR DUI Probation; $785 Fine; 3 month DUI School; MADD class & 55 AA meetings

Description Client was driving a Revel scooter in the city after Santa-Con and accidently rear ended another vehicle at Bush and Grant Streets. San Francisco Police responded and conducted a DUI investigation. Client refused PAS test, but a later breath test revealed results of .17% BAC, over twice the limit. Client arrested and charged with DUI and enhancement for BAC in excess of .15%. Today, we settled client's case for a DISMISSAL OF ALL DUI CHARGES, and a plea to the reduced charge of "Reckless Driving." Client received substantially reduced sentence of 1 year probation, $785 fine, 3 Month DUI School (online), a one time MADD class.

Alameda County Oakland DUI .16% BAC First Offense DUI High BAC DUI  Enhancement

Practice Area Berkeley DUI and DWI

Date Apr 25, 2023

Outcome ENHANCEMENT DISMISSED: $390 Fine, NO SWAP, 3 Month DUI School and 3 Years DUI Probation

Description Client was stopped by the Berkeley Police Department for running a stop sign and speeding. A DUI investigation ensued and client refused to take the PAS breath test an instead opted for the blood test which returned a result of .16% BAC. Today, I successfully settled this case for a much reduced sentence. The high BAC (above .15%) enhancement was dismissed and client was sentenced to three years probation, a reduced fine of $390, a three month DUI school and credit for time served, i.e. no jail, SWAP or community service.

San Francisco DUI .21% BAC First Offense DUI Collision High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area San Francisco DUI and DWI

Date Apr 13, 2023

Outcome ENHANCEMENT DISMISSED & NO DUI PROBATION. Fine of $1,561 & 3 Month DUI School

Description Client was involved in a motor vehicle collision after exiting the Bay Bridge. The California Highway Patrol investigated and client was arrested for DUI and ultimately submitted to a blood test which returned a result of .21% BAC which qualified him for the highest BAC enhancement available. Today we successfully resolved this case for a plea to DUI for NO PROBATION, fine of $1,561 and a 3 month DUI school (9 month is typically required in cases like this). It was an excellent result in that since client was not sentenced to probation, he became immediately eligible to have conviction expunged from his record. This is the first DUI case I've settled for no probation.

San Mateo County DUI .12% BAC First Offense DUI Collision

Practice Area Daly City DUI and DWI

Date Apr 11, 2023

Outcome DUI CHARGES DISMISSED: Case Reduced to Reckless Driving: 1 yr DUI Probation, $1546 Fine, 12 Hour DUI School

Description Client drove home after attending a Giants game in the City when he approached a multiple vehicle collision on Highway 101. Another driver in the next lane couldn't stop in time and forced his vehicle in client thus causing another collision. The CHP investigated and ultimately made multiple DUI arrests. Client refused the PAS but submitted to a blood sample which returned a result of .12% BAC. Today, we successfully resolved client's case for a dismissal of the DUI charges for a plea to the reduced charge of Reckless Driving ("wet"). Client sentenced to one year of probation, fine of $1,546 and a 12 hour DUI school. In getting the case reduced, I saved client two years of probation, $1,000, 12 hours of DUI school and two days of jail.

Marin County DUI .08% BAC First Offense DUI

Practice Area San Rafael DUI and DWI

Date Apr 10, 2023

Outcome ALL DUI CHARGES DISMISSED. Client referred to traffic school for speeding ticket.

Description Client was stopped for speeding on the Golden Gate Bridge by the CHP and was arrested following a DUI investigation which included a breath test with results of .08% BAC. Today, I settled the case for a dismissal of all DUI charges in lieu of a plea of no contest to a speeding ticket infraction for which client was referred to traffic school with a fine of $366.

San Francisco Driving on Suspended License 14601.2

Practice Area San Francisco Criminal defense

Date Mar 13, 2023

Outcome MISDEMEANOR CHARGES DISMISSED. Client referred to traffic school, $600 fine.

Description Client was cited for misdemeanor driving on suspended license and for driving the wrong way on a one way street by the San Francisco Police Department. License was previously suspended for San Francisco DUI conviction. Today I resolved the case for a dismissal of the misdemeanor charge in lieu of a plea to an infraction for driving without license in possession and traffic school for the moving violation. Fines of approximately $600.

Mendocino County Fort Bragg DUI .22% BAC Second Offense DUI High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area Fort Bragg DUI and DWI

Date Feb 07, 2023

Outcome ALL DUI CHARGES DISMISSED

Description Client was in a real jam. Having been previously convicted of DUI and planning on moving out of state, Client was found by the CHP in her parked vehicle outside of a liquor store in a heavily intoxicated state. After her arrest for DUI, client submitted to a blood test which returned a BAC result of .22%. Ideally, I was hoping to resolve this case without client being ordered to return to California. Today, however, I did one better. Upon learning of misconduct by the arresting CHP officer, the district attorney agreed to DISMISS ALL CHARGES.

Alameda County Dublin DUI .10% BAC Second Offense DUI

Practice Area Dublin DUI and DWI

Date Nov 28, 2022

Outcome DUI CHARGES DISMISSED: CASE REDUCED TO RECKLESS DRIVING: 1 Year DUI Probation, $833 FINE; and 12 Hour DUI School

Description Client was stopped by the California Highway Patrol ("CHP") after he was observed weaving and driving erratically on I-880. Client performed poorly on field sobriety tests and submitted to two PAS breath tests with results of .12% and .11%. Client was then arrested for DUI and later submitted to a blood test with result of .10% BAC. Today, we successfully resolved clients case for a reduction to "reckless driving" and no admission of his prior offense. Client sentenced to one year of probation, fine of $833 and a 12 hour DUI School.

Alameda County Oakland DUI .23% BAC First Offense DUI Collision High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area Piedmont DUI and DWI

Date Nov 17, 2022

Outcome DUI CHARGES & ENHANCEMENTS DISMISSED for Reckless Driving. 1 YEAR  DUI probation, $1,923 Fine, 9 month DUI School, NO LICENSE SUSPENSION OR SR 22.

Description Client was arrested by the Piedmont Police Department after he was reported to have collided with a parked car in front of his apartment. Police arrived and conducted DUI investigation. Client refused PAS and submitted to a blood test which returned result of .23% BAC thus qualifying him for the high BAC enhancement as well. Today, I successfully settled this case for a dismissal of all DUI charges and plea to "reckless driving" ("Wet"). Client received heavily reduced sentence of one year probation, fine of $1,923 and 9 Month DUI School. The reduction was critical because I would later obtain a "set aside" of client's DMV suspension hearing so client suffered NO ACTUAL LICENSE SUSPENSION & NO SR22.

San Mateo County DUI Second Offense DUI Drug Refusal JURY TRIAL

Practice Area South San Francisco DUI and DWI

Date Nov 10, 2022

Outcome CLIENT ACQUITTED OF ALL CHARGES BY JURY VERDICT OF NOT GUILTY

Description Client had a prior DUI conviction when he called the SSF Police about a suspicious vehicle he observed in his neighborhood. Upon arrival, the police immediately suspected client of being under the influence of Meth and a surreptitious DUI investigation ensued. Client refused to cooperate and was later charged with a "refusal" allegation as well. This case began with a win or "set aside" at the DMV hearing and today the criminal case was resolved after a week long jury trial. The jury deliberated just over an hour before rendering a verdict of "not guilty". Client avoided conviction and license suspension for all charges: a total win.

San Mateo County Assault and Vandalism Road Rage

Practice Area San Mateo Criminal defense

Date Oct 11, 2022

Outcome ASSAULT CHARGES DISMISSED; Plea to Vandalism for 1 Year Probation, 2 Days SWAP and $220 Fine

Description Client was involved in a road rage incident in the parking lot of a shopping chain when he allegedly punched another driver in the face and kicked the side of his car multiple times. The San Mateo County Sheriff investigated and arrested client for Assault and Vandalism. This case lasted a long time, but today I settled the case for a DISMISSAL of the assault charges and a plea to vandalism. Client received sentence of two days of community service (SWAP), one year of informal probation and a fine of $220. Victim claimed restitution in the amount of $3,248 which was granted.

Contra Costa County Richmond DUI .09% BAC First Offense DUI

Practice Area Richmond DUI and DWI

Date Sep 16, 2022

Outcome DUI CHARGES DISMISSED: CASE REDUCED TO RECKLESS DRIVING: 1 Year DUI Probation, ALL FINES WAIVED; and 12 Hour DUI School

Description Client was stopped by the CHP for weaving and officers detected the "odor of alcohol" leading them to request a PAS breath test which returned a result of .11% BAC. Client was then arrested for DUI and later submitted to two breath tests with results of .09% BAC. Today, we settled this case for a dismissal of all DUI charges in exchange for a plea to the reduced misdemeanor charge of "Reckless Driving." Client received a sentence of one year of informal court probation and was ordered to complete a 12 hour DUI school. All fines and fees (approximately $2,000) were waived by the court and client not ordered to complete any community service or SWAP.

Contra Costa County Richmond DUI .09% BAC First Offense DUI

Practice Area Richmond DUI and DWI

Date Sep 09, 2022

Outcome 3 Years DUI Probation, $400 fine, 3 Month DUI School & NO JAIL OR SWAP.

Description Client made an unfortunate mistake of approaching the CHP and asking for driving directions after consuming a significant amount of alcohol. Indeed, the police noticed a number of "White Claws" on the floorboard of the vehicle. Client submitted to breath tests of .13% and .14% BAC and was subsequently charged with DUI. Today we settled the case for a DUI conviction, but no jail or SWAP and a significantly reduced fine which saved the client over $1,600.

Marin County Novato DUI .17% BAC First Offense DUI Collision  High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area Novato DUI and DWI

Date Aug 10, 2022

Outcome ENHANCEMENT DISMISSED & NO JAIL/SWAP: 3 Years DUI Probation, Fine $1958 and 3 Month DUI School

Description Client drove home after consuming a lot of alcohol while in a despondent mood. After parking in the car port, client thought to back up without knowing that another car had illegally parked directly behind. A minor collision ensued with the Novato Police Department ultimately arriving on scene to arrest client for DUI after client refused to provide a PAS breath sample. At the station, police obtained two breath tests with a result of .17% BAC. Today, we settled this case for a dismissal of the high BAC enhancement for a plea to DUI. Client sentenced to three years of probation, fine of $1,958, 3 Month DUI school and NO JAIL, SWAP OR COMMUNITY SERVICE.

Marin County San Rafael DUI .16% BAC First Offense DUI Collision Forced Blood Draw Refusal High BAC DUI Enhancement 

Practice Area San Rafael DUI and DWI

Date Aug 10, 2022

Outcome REFUSAL ENHANCEMENT DISMISSED & Three Years DUI probation, $1400 fine and 3 month DUI school, NO JAIL, SWAP OR COMMUNITY SERVICE.

Description Client veered off the road and collided with a sign. The California Highway Patrol arrived sometime later and when they tried to conduct a DUI investigation, client refused to cooperate and remained silent throughout. While this was a great strategy, it went south when he “refused” to submit to any chemical test. Client was arrested for DUI and the CHP obtained a warrant to obtain his blood which when tested showed a .16% BAC hours after the time of driving. Today, we reluctantly settled this case for a plea to DUI with the refusal enhancement dismissed. Client sentenced to three years informal court probation, fine of $1,400 and a three (3) month DUI school. Client’s license to be suspended by DMV for one year due to the refusal.

Contra Costa County Martinez DUI .16% BAC First Offense DUI High BAC DUI Enhancement

Practice Area Concord DUI and DWI

Date Aug 01, 2022

Outcome ENHANCEMENT DISMISSED, Three Years DUI Probation,  Fine $1,950, 6 Month Online DUI School and 16 Hours Community Service

Description Client was stopped by the Concord Police Department for making an illegal left turn. Client refused PAS test, but submitted to field sobriety tests which led to his ultimate arrest for DUI. While at the station, client submitted to a blood test which when analyzed returned a .16% BAC. Today we settled this case for a dismissal of the high BAC enhancement and a reasonable DUI sentence that client could complete as he was an out of state resident. Client received three years of probation, fine of $1950, 6 month online DUI School and 16 hours of community service.