QUESTION
What type of charges am I facing if this is my first DUI EVER and I was ticketed with DUI in the Slightest Degree?
Asked on Oct 21st, 2012 on DUI/DWI - California
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The whole mess started because I looked down to answer my phone, and rear-ended someone. No one was hurt and so I am questioning why I was even DUI tested, although at this point that is irregardless. Just never been in any trouble like this and I am not sure what I am facing.
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Criminal Defense Attorney serving McKinleyville, CA
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You were tested for DUI because you probably had alcohol on your breath. Unless the cop can articulate why he did a DUI investigation, such detention is illegal and the evidence gathered can be suppressed, leading to a dismissal. All of which means: either hire a lawyer or ask the court to appoint one.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2012 at 9:55 PM
Hi, call me to discuss what you are facing. As a former district attorney, I can tell you how the DA will handle your case and what you need to do to protect yourself.
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2012 at 11:58 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
Well I do not know enough to answer this question.
I would need to know what you had drunk. What your age is. What were the results of the alcohol tests. Etc.
This is a question that is dependent on the facts. You should get a lawyer.
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2012 at 3:50 PM
Steven D. Dunnings
In the Slightest Degree? What State are you in?
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2012 at 3:49 PM
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There is no such thing as "DUI in the slightest degree". DUI is punishable by up to a year in jail and a $5000.00 fine.
Generally first time offenders loose there license for 90 days, spend 1 0r 2 days in jail, fines of about $1,000.00, required to have a drug / alcohol evaluation and follow recommended treatment, on probation for 5 years. My advice to you: GET AN ATTORNEY!
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2012 at 3:49 PM
There is no such thing as DUI "in the slightest degree."
A DUI is a DUI, period.
You're facing probation, close to $2000 in fines, another $600 on alcohol class, another $600 on IID installation, a criminal record, a 6 months license suspension, a dinged up credit report, 2 points of your driving record, and a criminal record.
You better hire DUI specialist and do it soon, because you have only 10 days to save your license.
Answered on Oct 23rd, 2012 at 3:48 PM