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A conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) in Pasadena can have serious consequences. You may owe steep fines or lose your license, affecting your relationships, reputation, and career. The good news is you can fight the charges and demand fair treatment from law enforcement officers and prosecutors.
If you were arrested for drunk driving in California, the Law Offices of Justin E. Sterling can protect your rights and safeguard your future. Our Pasadena DUI crime defense attorney will work tirelessly to obtain the best outcome for your case so you can move on with your life. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Why You Need a Pasadena DUI Attorney You Can Trust
DUI charges can upend your life, especially if your case results in a conviction and a loss of driving privileges. Without a driver’s license, you may struggle to get to work or school and let down family members or friends who rely on you for transportation. You will also have to pay fines and administrative costs before you can get your license back.
With so much at stake, you need a Pasadena DUI attorney you can trust to defend you. Our law firm has over 20 years of criminal defense experience that we will bring to your case. We will:
- Explain the charges against you, the possible penalties, and the legal process
- Investigate your DUI case and gather evidence to build a solid defense
- Negotiate with prosecutors to get your charges reduced or dismissed (if possible)
- Help you avoid jail time and fulfill the terms necessary to get your license reinstated
- Manage case-related paperwork, communications, and deadlines
What is a DUI in California?
DUI charges in California may apply to driving under the influence of either alcohol or drugs. If a law enforcement officer believes you are driving while impaired, they have the right to ask you to take a breath, blood, or urine test.
In California, you can be charged and convicted for a drug-related DUI for driving under the influence of any medication (prescription or over-the-counter) if the drug affected your ability to operate your vehicle or was taken in combination with alcohol.
You can be charged and convicted of an alcohol-related DUI if you have a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of:
- 0.01 percent or higher if you are under the age of 21 or are on DUI probation at any age
- 0.04 percent or higher if you are driving a vehicle that requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or transporting a passenger for hire
- 0.08 percent or higher if you are over the age of 21
What Happens if I Refuse a Breathalyzer Test?
If you refuse to take a breath test in California, you lose your driver’s license for one year under an administrative suspension, regardless of whether you ultimately receive a DUI conviction. Subsequent offenses within 10 years will result in a longer license revocation period. If you refused to take a breath, blood, or urine test at the time of your arrest, speak with a California DUI attorney immediately.
Penalties for a DUI Conviction
Penalties for a DUI conviction can include fines, suspension of your driver’s license, and jail time, getting harsher with every subsequent conviction. Penalties can be even steeper if you were already on DUI probation, injured someone, or had a minor in the vehicle. Our Pasadena DUI lawyer can review your case and tell you more about the specific consequences you may face.
Contact the Law Offices of Justin E. Sterling for DUI Legal Representation in Pasadena, CA
The Law Offices of Justin E. Sterling will take every step necessary to get the best results possible in your DUI case. Call or contact us today for a free consultation.
