San Diego DUI Lawyer Handling DUI with Drugs Cases
Information about DUI with Drugs
It is widely known that it is illegal to drive under the influence of alcohol, defined as having a BAC over the legal limit of .08 as verified by a breath or blood test. It is also illegal to drive while under the influence of drugs (DUID). The law surrounding DUI with drugs is complicated, as some drugs are illegal, some prescribed, some available over-the-counter, etc. The law is clear that no matter what type of drug you are on, if it impairs your ability to drive, you are breaking the law by operating a vehicle while under its influence. If you have been arrested for DUID, contact a San Diego DUI attorney today to discuss your case and your options. There are many viable defenses in a DUI with drugs case, and an experienced attorney can help you fight your charges.
If you were arrested while under the influence of any of the following drugs, it is essential that you contact an attorney as soon as possible:
- Marijuana
- Cocaine
- Ecstasy
- Crack cocaine
- Heroin
- Methamphetamine
- LSD
- Prescription drugs
- Others
Hiring an attorney will give you the best shot at defeating your drug charges and protecting you from the harsh DUI penalties that go along with conviction, and can be even stiffer if you are convicted of DUID.
DUI Lawyer in San Diego
When facing DUID charges, it is essential that you have an experienced, aggressive, and knowledgeable DUI attorney who understands the laws and will give you the most effective and powerful defense. Attorney Mark R. De Yoe has 28 years of experience handling DUI cases in San Diego and can give you the aggressive defense your case needs. Having handled over 1,000 DUI cases, Attorney De Yoe understands the complexities of DUI law and will fight for you throughout every step of the process.
If you are facing DUI and drugs charges, contact a San Diego DUI attorney from the firm today.