The California Vehicle Code, including Vehicle Code Section 23152, makes driving with a BAC (blood alcohol content) of 0.08% or higher a crime. If the police stop you and determine you are in violation of this law, you will be arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). A DUI offense is generally a misdemeanor crime, but under certain circumstances, can amount to a felony. A DUI charge can result in jail time, driver’s license suspension, points on your DMV record, fines, substance abuse/alcohol counseling, and probation.

In order to determine whether you were driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or both, the police officer may require you to perform one or more field sobriety tests (FST). The FST tests can include, but are not limited to, balance tests, blood tests, breath tests, and/ or a urine test. Refusal to submit to, or perform, any FST test when directed by the police officer will result in your immediate arrest and loss of freedom. You will be booked in county jail for DUI, charged with DUI, and face an even stiffer penalty as a result of your refusal to submit to the requested FST. A DUI arrest and conviction will have a profound impact on your life and your future. Hiring an experienced DUI defense lawyer is critical to keep you out of jail, and to protect your rights and interests. James E. Silverstein will fight for you and do everything in his power to keep you out of jail. James E. Silverstein will carefully analyze the circumstances surrounding your DUI charge. He will spend the time necessary with you and your family to carefully review and analyze the facts of your case, and to answer your questions.

James E. Silverstein will ensure that every aspect of the allegations made against you is considered. When appropriate, James E. Silverstein will contest the accuracy and veracity of any field sobriety test (FST) administered against you, and he will use his experience and knowledge of the California DUI law scheme to obtain the most favorable disposition of your case for you.

If you require the services of an aggressive, respected, experienced, knowledgeable DUI attorney to represent you against driving under the influence charges, contact the Law Offices of James E. Silverstein immediately. James E. Silverstein is a top-notch criminal defense lawyer, and he will do everything in his power to keep you out of jail and have the charges against you dismissed or reduced.

Do you need an experienced Southern California DUI Defense Lawyer? Contact the Law Offices of James E. Silverstein for a free consultation today at (310) 274-8400.