Northern California Criminal Defense Attorney

San Jose DUI Lawyer

A California DUI is a very serious offense. DUI ( driving under the influence ) is defined as the operation of a motor vehicle (truck, car, commercial vehicle, or motorcycle) while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, which severely impair the abilities and reaction time of the driver. A person’s BAC (blood alcohol concentration) is the standard measurement to determine if a person is legally intoxicated. If your BAC is .08% or higher while you were driving you may be arrested for driving under the influence. 

At the law offices of Thomas F. Mueller, our lawyers represent those charged with DUI throughout Northern California. With our skilled legal team by your side, you may be able to get alternative sentencing such as a drug treatment program or counseling instead of a jail or prison sentence.  Our defense lawyers have the qualifications and experience needed to help defend your constitutional rights and get the best possible outcome for your case.

DUI in California

DUI in California is either a misdemeanor or felony charge depending on the amount of alcohol or drugs used, and the severity of the circumstances.  Punishment may be as follows:

• Misdemeanor Charge:
  • 1 year or less in county jail
  • Fines
  • Restitution
  • Loss of your driver’s license
• Felony Charge:
  • 1 year or more in state prison
  • Fines
  • Restitution
  • Loss of your driver’s license

A felony charge is the more serious of the two and typically is a result of either vehicular homicides, very high blood alcohol levels or three prior DUI convictions.
Whatever the charge and the circumstances, i t is important to contact an attorney today if you have been charged with a DUI.  Protect your rights and your future.

Have you been accused of a DUI in San Jose? Contact us today!