Sonoma County DUI Attorneys

Representing Clients Charged With a DUI in California 

DUI is a common charge across Sonoma County and the state. It is a criminal charge that is also the first time many people find themselves forced to face the personnel and procedures of the criminal justice system. Thus, if you have been arrested for DUI, you likely have many questions, concerns, and even false conceptions about your arrest, the law, the proceedings, and what to expect. For example, many believe they will automatically be convicted based on breathalyzer test results. This is far from true. Any evidence can be attacked, shown to be faulty, or put into doubt by a criminal defense attorney who has properly investigated the facts.

At Wilber Law Offices, we devote a large portion of our practice to DUI. This has given us abundant experience investigating cases and devising strategies for defense. We will do the same for you, starting with a meticulous investigation of your arrest. Our team will review and evaluate everything from why you were pulled over to how law enforcement conducted their procedures to the efficacy of the equipment used to determine your alleged impairment. Our thorough research of the facts will scrutinize every aspect of the situation. 

Have you been arrested for a DUI in California? Call Wilber Law Offices today at (707) 691-3309 or contact us online to schedule a meeting with one of our DUI lawyers in Sonoma County! 

DUI Charges We Defend Against 

Many types of charges can be filed against you related to impaired driving depending on whether you have previous DUI convictions, whether you caused an accident that involved property damage, injury, or death to another, and other factors, such as driving under the influence with a minor in your vehicle. These can range from misdemeanors to serious felony charges. Our firm defends all DUI charges, such as:

• First-, second-, and third-offense DUI
• DUI with injury
• Felony DUI
• College student or under-21 DUI
• DUI as a commercially licensed driver driving a commercial vehicle
• Drug DUI
• Aggravated DUI, such as driving with a blood alcohol concentration measuring .15 percent or higher, driving with a minor in the vehicle, or speeding while driving intoxicated

California DUI Penalties

The penalties you face in any DUI charge will be case-dependent. In general, DUI penalties can include:

• Jail time
• Fines
• Years of probation
• Community service
• License suspension
• Restricted licenses with a mandatory ignition interlock device 
• Participation in DUI school 
• Substance abuse education or treatment
• Court fees
• SR-22 auto insurance

Can You Refuse a Breathalyzer Test in California?

In accordance with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, refusing a breathalyzer test in California is possible. However, the consequences of the refusal can be severe. If you are pulled over and are suspected of driving under the influence, refusing a breathalyzer test can lead to an automatic license suspension for up to a year and even criminal penalties if convicted of driving under the influence.

How to Get a DUI Off Your Record in California

The process for getting a DUI off your record in CA can be very complex. Some of the possible options include:

• Expungement: If you've completed all the requirements of your DUI sentence, including probation, and haven't been convicted of any other crimes since then, you may be eligible for expungement. Once the DUI conviction is expunged, it will be removed from the criminal record. However, it may be visible to law enforcement.
• DUI Rehabilitation: You may be able to participate in a DUI rehabilitation program in California, which can help to reduce the impact of your DUI conviction. Completing this may result in a reduced sentence or probation.
• Governor's Pardon: You can apply for a Governor's Pardon in California, which is an official forgiveness of your DUI conviction. This is usually for those who have demonstrated exemplary behavior and rehabilitation efforts after their conviction.
• Record Sealing: You may be able to have your DUI conviction sealed or hidden from public view. This is typically only an option if you were convicted of a misdemeanor DUI and have completed your sentence and probation.

Contact Our Sonoma County DUI Lawyers Today

You may question the importance of putting an experienced DUI lawyer on your side when charged with DUI. It is crucial to remember that all the players in the DUI process dealing with your case are lawyers. These lawyers include the District Attorney who decides your charges, the Assistant District Attorney who seeks to convict you, and the judge who will determine your sentence. Even law enforcement who make DUI arrests have lawyers. With all these lawyers involved in the arrest, prosecution, and punishment of DUI, shouldn’t you have a lawyer backing you? 

Contact Wilber Law Offices, P.C. today to schedule a FREE consultation with one of our DUI attorneys in Sonoma county!