Multiple DUI Lawyer in Long Beach

Aggressive Representation for Consecutive DUI Offenses

Driving under the influence (DUI) is considered a “priorable offense” in California. This means that each time an individual is convicted of DUI or a “wet reckless” offense, the severity of the punishment increases. This results in longer jail sentences, costlier fines, lengthy probations, and harsher license suspension periods.

If you are facing a DUI charge and have had a previous DUI-related conviction at any point in your life, it is important for you to secure the legal guidance of a criminal defense attorney who has experience handling complex cases like these. At the Law Office of Peacock & Le Beau, we put 40+ years of combined experience at our clients’ disposal. We have handled thousands of cases with success in Long Beach and nearby communities in Southern California.

Contact our firm and secure dedicated representation against your DUI charge!

Penalties for Multiple DUI Offenses

If a second DUI charge occurs within 10 years of a previous conviction, the individual may expect a harsher punishment. In California, there are additional punishments for two, three, and four or more DUI convictions. In many cases, having four or more DUI convictions may be considered a felony offense. Such cases require the assistance of an experienced legal professional.

A second DUI offense may result in:

• $1,000 in additional fines
• 1 year in jail
• 2 years of license suspension
• 30 months of treatment program

A third DUI offense adds the following:

• 3 years of license suspension

A fourth DUI offense adds the following:

• 3 years in prison
• 4 years of license suspension

Although the exact punishments of each case depend on individual circumstances, it is still imperative that your rights and your driving privileges are protected through the procedure. An inexperienced DUI attorney could easily mishandle your case, resulting in harsher penalties than you deserve. Trust a firm with decades of criminal law experience—turn to the Law Office of Peacock & Le Beau for the representation you need. Each of our Long Beach attorneys has 20+ years of experience in criminal defense .

Defense Strategies for Multiple DUIs

As your Long Beach criminal defense lawyers, we can use our experience and legal resources to help you obtain the best result possible for your case. We can challenge the evidence against you to pursue a reduction to a lesser charge or completely have the charge dismissed. We can meticulously review each piece of evidence held against you to determine whether procedural errors took place. If evidence is falsely placed against you, our firm can effectively challenge prosecution's statements. As we fight on our clients' behalf, we practice thorough investigation skills and strong legal representation.

Each member of our legal team works hard to help our clients reduce or dismiss their DUI charges. We recognize the severity of your case and can do everything in our power to protect your freedoms and rights. We can counsel you through the necessary classroom training and take the steps to have your license reissued. Our goal is to use all methods possible to encourage a reduction or dismissal of your sentence. We can represent you during your DMV hearing to present an effective defense and help you retain your driving privileges. As the goal of prosecution is to ensure that you obtain the maximum penalties possible, we can fight for your defense to protect your freedom.

Contact our firm today for the legal assistance your case demands.