2^nd DUI Lawyer in San Diego

Wondering How One May be Affected by 2^nd DUI Charges?

In today’s world, a second offense misdemeanor DUI is a very serious offense. In addition to a possible one to two year suspension of one’s driving privilege by the DMV, a second offense DUI Court action could result in:

• A substantial fine
• An Alcohol treatment program of eighteen months (SB-38)
• A jail sentence of a minimum of four days - to one year
• Other possible conditions, such as Public Service Work, MADD and/or AA meetings, etc.
• An Ignition Interlock device (IID) required to be installed in one’s car, at their expense
• A second DUI conviction on one’s record

In a second offense DUI situation an attorney’s experience and advance preparation and action by the attorney and client becomes all the more important, and can make a critical difference to the disposition of a case. Attorney Mark R. De Yoe has over thirty years of experience as to what can be done from the earliest stages, to help one both get the best overall results in a second offense DUI case, and to minimize its impact on their life.

A second DUI resulting in a conviction, with a prior offense within 10 years (from violation date to violation date) may lead to greatly increased penalties. While on probation, after a first offense (typically for five years) conditions include that; one not drive a vehicle with any measurable alcohol in their system, that they not drive unless validly licensed and insured, that they agree to take a blood or breath test if arrested on suspicion of DUI, and that they have no same or similar offenses. One would also have to agree to blow into a Preliminary Alcohol-Screen (PAS) device on the request of a peace officer, if stopped while on DUI probation. At Mark R. De Yoe, APLC we fight to minimize both the label attached to an offense, and the terms and conditions of probation imposed by the Court.

Regardless of how many DUI's you have had in the past, the Department of Motor Vehicles will suspend your driving privilege after a DUI offense. Whether it is your first offense or a repeat offense, you will have 10 days after an arrest to schedule a hearing with the DMV to appeal the license suspension. We can help you fight - both the DMV Administrative suspension action, and the Court charges, but in these cases, it is extremely important to meet with experienced DUI defense counsel at their earliest opportunity.

Get a Successful DUI Lawyer on Your Side!

At Mark R. De Yoe, APLC, we understand how frightening and even embarrassing it can be to face a second DUI conviction. However, with our expertise on your side, you can rest easy knowing that an experienced defense lawyer with a proven track record is fighting on your behalf. We will stand beside you every step of the way to ensure that you understand your rights and options.