Arrested for DUI?
You Will Need a Legal Advocate
Were you recently arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) and you aren't quite sure of your legal options or the best way to proceed? In order to fully understand the steps that must be taken in the judicial process with regard to DUI, it is vitally important that you seek the legal representation of a skilled Van Nuys DUI defense lawyer.
You will need to know what legal rights you have and how to keep them protected. Whether you are facing a first time offense, or have been involved in DUI issues in the past, aggressive representation and swift action will be needed in order to fight for your innocence and future. If convicted, you could face DUI penalties such as:
- Jail time
- Loss of your driving privileges
- Vehicle impoundment
- Hefty fines and fees
- Higher insurance rates
- Probation
- Community service
- Mandatory alcohol/drug treatment program or classes
- Ignition interlock device, installed at your expense
- Negative impact on your legal record, which makes it extremely difficult to get and keep a job, as well as limits your housing options. Background checks are routinely conducted by employers and landlords to determine if applicants would be suitable, and many are turned away when a DUI arrest, charge or conviction are present.
Knowledgeable DUI Defense Lawyer Serving Sherman Oaks and Studio City
This is not a time when you should sit back and hope for the best or trust your fate to an inexperienced legal representative. Being arrested for DUI means you will have to fight the charges and seek the most favorable result possible in your case. This will require knowledge and skill, which only a seasoned DUI defense attorney will be able to provide you with.
At the Law Offices of Loren M. Merlin, our legal team is extremely well versed and experienced in cases that pertain to DUI defense laws, regulations and procedures. There are many factors that could make your arrest inappropriate, or incorrect, and we know how to determine these issues and prove them in court. We will effectively and efficiently guide you through the judicial system and advocate your legal interests throughout the course of your case. We are committed to protecting and preserving our clients' future freedom, livelihood and reputation in any DUI legal matter.
Contact a Van Nuys DUI Arrest Lawyer
now for help, if you or someone you know is facing DUI charges because of a recent arrest.