Van Nuys DUI Accident Attorneys
DUI Defense Lawyers in Van Nuys, California
Being accused of a criminal offense in association with a DUI accident is a serious situation to be in. If you or a loved one has been accused of causing an auto accident while driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you should contact a knowledgeable Van Nuys DUI attorney immediately.
At Gutierrez, Curtis & Gutierrez we are very familiar with our clients’ legal rights and how to protect their future. We can challenge any evidence that may be presented in the effort to have the DUI accident charges that our clients face dropped entirely. When a person is charged with a DUI accident, if a driver, pedestrian, or passenger is severely injured or killed they can then face additional charges which can include:
Vehicular Homicide
Second Degree Murder
DUI with Injury
DUI Causing Serious Bodily Injury
Penalties for DUI Accidents in California
If convicted of DUI with injury or vehicular manslaughter in accordance with a DUI accident in Van Nuys, a person may be sentenced to the following penalties under California law:
- Long term jail or prison sentence
Large monetary fines
Community service
Driver’s license suspension/revocation
DUI School
Alcohol & drug counseling/rehabilitation
Impoundment of motor vehicle
Installation of vehicle interlock device
Up to 5 years probation
Parole
Permanent mark on criminal record
Consult a Van Nuys DUI Lawyer
Please contact Gutierrez, Curtis & Gutierrez immediately if you need aggressive legal representation for a DUI accident case. We offer potential clients the opportunity to meet with a professional Van Nuys DUI lawyer during a free and private consultation. During the consultation we can discuss the charges that lead to a DUI accident arrest and answer any legal questions that you may have about you or a loved one’s DUI case.
Need a Van Nuys DUI accident attorney? Contact Gutierrez, Curtis & Gutierrez today!