California DWI Lawyers

A California DWI arrest can cause more stress to the average person than nearly any other event, and it makes sense to know your options before you make any important decisions that will affect your freedom, job and future. In California, Drunk Driving is a crime, and can be classified as a felony or a misdemeanor depending on the circumstances.

A California DWI arrest triggers two cases against the person who was arrested, a civil license case and a criminal case. The criminal case is what can create a permanent records that can prevent you from getting employment, life insurance and from entering certain countries. However, it is the civil licensing case that will determine whether your drivers license will be suspended in the short term.

There are several important deadlines in California DWI cases that if you miss will cause you hardship. The most important is the deadline to file for a hearing with the California DMV to try to save your driver’s license.

There are California DWI Lawyers who offer free initial consultations to people charged with drunk driving in CA. You can find some of these lawyers by using the form to your right. When you select “California” and then chose the county of your arrest, the name, phone number and picture of a qualified defense lawyer who has agreed to provide you with a free initial consultation will appear. Complete the form or call the lawyer directly to learn how to protect yourself and your future against these serious charges.