DUI Defense Case results

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As a trial lawyer, Lara obtained not guilty verdicts and dismissals for many clients and also successfully defended those facing life in prison. Lara is one of the preeminent criminal appellate attorneys in California. Lara has written appellate briefs filed in the California Court of Appeal, California Supreme Court, and in the United States Supreme Court.

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Our firm is pleased to share the recent results from DUI cases seen below. 

FELONY DRUG DUI W/ GBI, CHILD ENDANGERMENT – DISMISSED

Our client was charged with felony driving under the influence of a drug, with an enhancement for causing great bodily injury, and felony child endangerment. 

The charges were dismissed following the filing and preparation of motion to dismiss for violation of speedy trial rights.

21% DUI W/ ACCIDENT = DUI DISMISSED

Our client was charged with DUI resulting from a traffic collision. The analysis of his blood sample revealed a BAC of .21%. 

After filing a PC 1538.5 motion challenging the legality of the blood draw, the charges were dismissed in exchange for a plea to reckless driving.

FELONY DUI W/ GBI = NO JAIL TIME & PROBATION

Our client was facing 9 years in prison for a felony DUI charge resulting in a coma. After significant negotiations, the client did not serve any time in custody and will be eligible to have her charge reduced to a misdemeanor after serving probation.

14% DUI DISMISSED AFTER PC 1538.5 MOTION

Our client was charged with DUI after a traffic stop. Our office challenged the legality of the taking of her blood sample with a PC 1538.5 motion. 

The judge ruled that the blood was not taken in accordance with accepted medical practices, and suppressed the blood evidence. The DUI charge was dismissed.

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