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AV Preeminent Peer Rated Attorneys
Rancho Bernardo Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Barry APC

5.0
42 Reviews

  • Serving Rancho Bernardo, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • I fight hard to prevail in your legal matter. I take on challenging cases in the areas of Personal Injury, Insurance, Bad Faith & Labor and Employment matters.

  • DUI/DWI LawyersBusiness Litigation, Contracts, and 14 more

Su Barry
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Law Office of Matthew H. Springmeyer

5.0
18 Reviews

  • Serving Rancho Bernardo, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • Fighting For Your Rights. Fighting For Your Future. We provide the thoughtful support and strong advocacy you need through complex criminal defense and immigration law matters.

  • DUI/DWI LawyersCriminal Law, Assault and Battery, and 68 more

Matthew Springmeyer
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Law Office of Christopher J. Whelton APC

4.9
90 Reviews

  • Serving Rancho Bernardo, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • I have been an attorney for over 31 years. Currently I practice criminal defense in all southern California Superior Courts including Murrieta, Riverside, Banning, Vista, San... Read More

  • DUI/DWI LawyersCriminal Defense, Misdemeanors, and 12 more

  • Appointments Available

Christopher J. Whelton
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Blair Defense Criminal Lawyers

5.0
217 Reviews

  • Serving Rancho Bernardo, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers3 awards

  • We understand being arrested & charged with a criminal act can be devastating to individuals and families. Our firm utilizes every opportunity in the criminal prosecution to... Read More

  • DUI/DWI LawyersCriminal Defense, Assault, and 24 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Peter Blair
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Perry Personal Injury Lawyers

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  • Serving Rancho Bernardo, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers

  • At Perry Personal Injury Lawyers, we offer 24/7 complimentary consultations to help personal injury victims in Orange County understand their legal rights. Our experienced... Read More

  • DUI/DWI LawyersBicycle Accidents, Car Accidents, and 17 more

Liam Perry
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Law Offices of Charles L. Rees

5.0
12 Reviews

  • Serving Rancho Bernardo, CA and San Diego County, California

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Former Federal Prosecutor with over 20 Years Experience. Practice Devoted to Qui Tam/Whistleblower Cases under the False Claims Act and the Aggressive Defense of Clients in... Read More

  • DUI/DWI LawyersAttempted Murder, Assault With A Deadly Weapon, and 52 more

  • Free Consultation

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Commonly Asked DUI/DWI Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Is jail time mandatory in California for a second DUI?

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Answered by attorney Steven Jed Alpers (Unclaimed Profile)
DUI/DWI lawyer at Steven J. Alpers, A Professional Corporation
Minimum 10 days, but likely more since your 1st was so recent. You may want to get drug and alcohol counseling to lower your jail time.
Minimum 10 days, but likely more since your 1st was so recent. You may want to get drug and alcohol counseling to lower your jail time.

Can I still go to jail even if I pay my court fines?

Hudson Thomas Bair
Answered by attorney Hudson Thomas Bair (Unclaimed Profile)
DUI/DWI lawyer at Kapsack & Bair, LLP
Failure to pay fines can be prosecuted as a probation violation, a probation violation can be punished by jail in addition to having you pay your fines. Many Judges understand that with our current economy people are having a hard time and will work with you to set up a realistic payment plan, others...maybe not. You should call a local DUI attorney, they can help get the warrant recalled and likely work with the Judge to avoid more jail and a realistic payment plan.
Failure to pay fines can be prosecuted as a probation violation, a probation violation can be punished by jail in addition to having you pay your fines. Many Judges understand that with our current economy people are having a hard time and will work with you to set up a realistic payment plan, others...maybe not. You should call a local DUI attorney, they can help get the warrant recalled and likely work with the Judge to avoid more jail and a realistic payment plan.
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What should I do for a first time OWI charge and how do I avoid losing my license?

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Answered by attorney Hudson Thomas Bair (Unclaimed Profile)
DUI/DWI lawyer at Kapsack & Bair, LLP
Assuming you had your license taken by law enforcement you have 10 days to make a request to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to request a hearing. The purpose of the hearing is to insure that your rights are protected and that you have an opportunity to be heard before your license is suspended. The pink piece of paper provided by law enforcement delineates the procedure for making the request and what the consequences are if you fail to request a hearing or lose the hearing. You should also contact an attorney in your area to discuss the facts of your case, possible defenses and likely outcomes. Simply because you have been arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) does not mean that you are going to be convicted of DUI. A good lawyer can help.
Assuming you had your license taken by law enforcement you have 10 days to make a request to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to request a hearing. The purpose of the hearing is to insure that your rights are protected and that you have an opportunity to be heard before your license is suspended. The pink piece of paper provided by law enforcement delineates the procedure for making the request and what the consequences are if you fail to request a hearing or lose the hearing. You should also contact an attorney in your area to discuss the facts of your case, possible defenses and likely outcomes. Simply because you have been arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) does not mean that you are going to be convicted of DUI. A good lawyer can help.
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