Encino DUI Attorney

The Penalties for DUIs in Encino

The penalties for a DUI in Encino can be very serious and damaging as DUIs have become more and more expensive over the years.

The penalties often include the following sentencing elements:

• A fine of up to $390 (for a first-time DUI)
• Court fees that can reach beyond $1,000
• Jail terms of between 48 hours to 6 months
• Probation and mandatory use of an ignition interlock device
• Mandatory attendance at DUI School, at your own expense, which can amount to over $500 and last from 3 to 9 months
• Loss of your license for a minimum of 4 months' time

Those who are charged with repeat offenses can face penalties as harsh as a loss of their driver's license for a year, more than a year in state prison, $15,000 in fines and lengthy and expensive DUI treatment.

How Can You Fight Your Charges?

There is a belief that DUI cases cannot be won by defendants, but that is not true if you hire a skilled DUI attorney.

Ross Sobol employs a large number of expert tactics to combat DUI charges in court, which have been proven to win cases.

Some of the strategies Sobol frequently uses include:

Challenge the chemical test – There are hundreds of factors, which can throw off blood and breath tests including prescription drugs and something as common as mouthwash. Your DUI attorney can secure independent lab results for you, which can show the police mishandled or contaminated your test results.

Challenge the arresting officer – The officer who arrested you may have violated your evidence if he did not follow state-required procedures and protocol.

Challenge the traffic stop/arrest - If you were stopped without cause or were arrested before being read your Miranda Rights, your case will likely be dismissed.                                                       

Contact Us Today

If you are facing DUI charges in Encino, please don't hesitate to call us as 818-582-2350 for a free consultation.