DUI Overview

San Diego DUI Lawyer

If you've been arrested for DUI, contacting an attorney is one of the first and most important steps to take. At Superior Law Center, we assist clients throughout San Diego County, California who are facing DUI-related charges. We welcome you to contact us to learn more about your rights and your options.

What is DUI?

DUI stands for "driving under the influence" and is the term used to describe the criminal offense of operating a motor vehicle (car, truck, motorcycle, bus, etc.) while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance, such as an illegal narcotic or prescription drug. A person may face DUI charges in California for either driving with a blood alcohol concentration of .08% or greater, or for driving "under the influence" meaning that his or her physical and/or mental abilities were impaired due to alcohol or drug use.

DUI Penalties in San Diego County

The most common penalties associated with a DUI conviction in San Diego County will be imprisonment, fines and driver's license suspension. However, a defendant may be granted probation in lieu of part or all of his or her jail sentence or may be able to perform community service to avoid harsher penalties. Additionally, enhanced penalties may be enforced if the driver has a previous DUI conviction, has a minor in the vehicle at the time of the offense, has a blood alcohol concentration of .16% or greater, or is involved in an auto accident. Fortunately, a lawyer can review your particular case to determine what penalties you may face and what actions can be taken to minimize these.

At Superior Law Center, we believe that knowing more about a subject can allow you to make better decisions and therefore have the opportunity of reaching a better case outcome when all is said and done.

Contact a San Diego DUI attorney today to get started in fighting your charges.