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Experienced Attorneys Representing Individuals Facing DUI/DWI Charges in Los Angeles California

Drunk driving is a serious problem in the State of California and can lead to motor vehicle accidents and deaths. As a result, DUI is punished very harshly under the California Penal Code. California Penal Code 23152(a) VC Driving Under the Influence (DUI): 23152(a) It is a misdemeanor to drive under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. 23152(b) It is a misdemeanor to drive with . 08% or more of alcohol in your blood. In addition to fines and jail time following a DUI conviction, you may face an administrative driver’s license suspension by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). There are also special considerations with DUI refusal cases, which arise when a driver refuses to take a breathalyzer test.

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The Potential Penalties of a DUI conviction

The penalties of a DUID conviction are the same as those in a DUI alcohol case. The first offense will probably be charged as a misdemeanor, but the penalties will increase in severity for multiple convictions and according to whether or not you caused an accident resulting in injury. Here’s a summary of the potential penalties you may face if charged with DUID:

Offense	Jail	Fine	Driver’s License
1st offense – misdemeanor	Up to 6 months in county jail	Up to $1,000	Revoked for 6-10 months, but driver is eligible for a restricted license
2nd offense – misdemeanor	Up to 1 year in county jail	Up to $1,000	Revoked for two years; driver is eligible for a restricted license after 12 months
3rd offense – misdemeanor	Minimum 120 days up to 1 year in county jail	Up to $1,000	Revoked for three years; driver is eligible for a restricted license after 18 months
DUI with injury – misdemeanor	Minimum 5 days to 1 year in county jail	Up to $5,000 plus restitution to injured parties	1 to 3 years
DUI with injury – felony	16 months to 16 years in state prison	$1000-$5000, plus restitution to injured parties	Five years
Felony DUI (charged when you have 4 or more DUI convictions within a ten year period)	16 months, two years, or 3 years in state prison	Up to $1,000	Four years

If you are facing DUI or DWI charges in the State of California, you should have an experienced criminal defense lawyer by your side advocating for your rights. At the Law Offices of David S. Chesley, our Los Angeles DUI Lawyers legal team has years of experience representing individuals charged with drunk driving offenses. Our experienced Los Angeles DUI defense attorneys can represent you in court and may be able to negotiate a favorable plea deal – such as for a “wet reckless” – on your behalf.

The Basics of California DUI’s

In the State of California, it is against the law for anyone to operate a motor vehicle under the following circumstances:

0.08 percent or more blood alcohol concentration (BAC) if you are an adult who is 21 years of age or older who is operating a passenger vehicle in the State
0.04 percent or more BAC if you hold a commercial driver’s license and you are operating a commercial vehicle, such as a tractor-trailer or other large truck
0.01 percent or higher BAC if you are under the age of twenty-one

A DUI conviction in the State of California can result in serious penalties that may affect both your personal and work life, as well as your ability to drive. Potential penalties for a California DUI conviction include:

Monetary fines
Criminal license suspensions
Jail time
Community Service
Completion of a driver improvement program (i.e., DUI school)
Mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device (IID) on your motor vehicle
Administrative license suspension

A good criminal defense lawyer on your side during a DUI trial or sentencing hearing can make all the difference. The Los Angeles DUI defense lawyers at The Law Offices of David S. Chesley can advocate for a reduced penalty on your behalf and help to minimize the most serious consequences associated with a criminal DUI conviction.

Los Angeles DUI/DWI lawyer, please call us today at 800-880-6374, or contact us online.

Areas We Serve

Los Angeles County
(213) 341-4427
San Bernadino County
(909) 748-5272
Sacramento / Sonoma
(916) 248-4717
San Fernando Valley
(818) 614-9567

Orange County
(714) 442-2601
Riverside County
(951) 329-9499
South L.A. / Long Beach
(562) 786-8383
OC Coastal Cities
(949) 891-0102

San Diego County
(619) 752-2235
Alameda / San Joaquin
(510) 403-8809
City of L.A. / East L.A.
(310) 882-6466
Bakersfield / Kern
(661) 473-0422

Ventura County
(805) 248-7408
Santa Barbara
(805) 791-2162
Fresno / Santa Clara
(559) 365-7055
San Francisco
(510) 403-8809

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What our clients say Client Testimonials

I am truly pleased with my experience with the Law Offices Of David S Chesley. They answered all my questions and provided me with great advice and legal services. My case resolved quickly. Thank you!
Rodrigo L. San Fernando, CA (Sherman Oaks Yelp Review)

I left court yesterday with my last case being wrapped up. Two court appearances and that’s it. He represented me in a couple of different cases and was impressive to say the least. Always a phone call or text message away. Confident and aggressive when he needed to be. Calming and thorough when meeting with me. Attorney Chesley did exactly what he said he would and I got the results I needed. He seemed to know all the right people at the Temple Street courthouse. You can always get in contact with him quickly and he is a great lawyer. I highly recommend his legal services.
Ricardo Esteves Los Angeles, CA (Los Angeles Google Places Review)

My brother was given a very caring attorney that was assigned to his case and we had very helpful case managers throughout the process. I strongly recommend David Chesley to anyone who is in trouble. I called in to get help on my brothers case and right away I liked their service. My brothers charges were eventually dismissed after the attorney got him into a program, now he could go on without the trouble of having anything on his record
Erica Geller Ontario, CA (Ontario Facebook review)

I retained Mr. Chesley and his firm and from the beginning they were extremely professional both in communicating the status of my case to me, explaining the situation as a whole, and just downright taking care of business. It was money well spent for a job well done. Thanks again to David and Melissa others that worked on my case. I recommend this firm to anyone in need of legal representation. Don’t just accept things the courts force on you, call this firm and protect yourself.
Elizabeth F. San Diego, CA (San Diego Google Places Review)

I contacted Mr. Chesley and his firm because some unfortunate events had left me in a jam. Detectives were demanding I testify or be prosecuted for a crime I didn’t commit. (I wasn’t involved or even at the scene of the alleged crime when it supposedly took place.) Mr. Chesley explained to me that he had been through similar situations with his clients before and understood exactly what was going on. His response to what took place was nothing short of amazing. No matter how small my concern, Mr. Chesley addressed it in a timely manner. He advocated for what is right and empathized with me in dealing with the Court system. After meeting with the supervising D.A. and providing alibi evidence he was able to get me out the situation. I’m very grateful to have found him.
Leon Hanley Los Angeles, CA (Los Angeles Avvo review)

I hired David Chesley for my criminal defense in 2012. he was recommended to us for is success results and his low fees. David is very smart and his professional legal advice was honest & much appreciated during these stressful time. David’s knowledge, advice, and communication about what we were to expect was reassuring and beneficial to me. He charged me a reasonable flat rate and didn’t charge me any surprise fees. In my case David Chesley was able to negotiate with the prosecution attorney for the best result I could hope for. He had success at getting my criminal charges dismissed with the judges approval. You will not be disappointed if you hire The Law Offices of David S. Chesley.
Britanny Givens Newport Beach, CA (Newport Beach Google Places)

David is very professional, yet very casual. Although it is typically not easy to speak straight up with an attorney, he is very easy to talk to. He replied to my questions quickly and was available all hours. Not only did he get my case resolved with a dismissal, he went above and beyond and got me an expungement without me even requesting it. He never beats around the bush and tells you like it is. At the same time is willing to work overtime to get the results you request. I would use David’s services again in the future.
Andrew A. North Hollywood, CA (Better Business Bureau review)

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I don’t write many reviews, however this time I had to share my admiration and appreciation for this firm. Attorney Negin Akhavan is definitely a person you want representing you in any criminal legal battle. She is the clear definition of the frace “is not what you know, but who you know ” she is not only knowledgeable, she also has the relationships with the right people. I couldn’t be happier with the results she was able to provide.

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An old felony charge came up, so I hired David and his team in June, and he got me a release on my own cognition on a felony charge in July which has never happened to me, and got it dismissed in October. He was responsive when I called and always kept me updated. Got my case dismissed, was easy to work and handled everything for me. He did an excellent job. I highly recommend David Chesley for any criminal defense.
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They really helped me out in a timely manner. I had a drug charge from 16 years ago and they dealt with it quickly. I can’t recommend them enough. If you have a criminal charges check them out they are awesome.
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