Orange County DUI Attorneys

Driving Under the Influence Defense Lawyers in Orange County, California

You have been arrested for DUI (driving under the influence) in Orange County. To you, your case may seem hopeless, particularly when a breathalyzer test showed a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or above, or when you failed field sobriety tests. To a skilled Orange County DUI attorney, however, there is always a DUI defense which may work. Even in the face of a failed breath test, a breath test refusal or other “proof” that the driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs, an experienced Orange County DUI attorney will be able to review the circumstances of the case to find a defense strategy that will work.

At Gold & Witham, our Orange County DUI lawyers’ proven methods of DUI defense give our clients peace of mind – a priceless gift in the face of an otherwise frightening situation. Driving under the influence charges are not just traffic tickets that can be paid and then ignored. DUI is a criminal offense for which a conviction carries very real criminal penalties, including fines and jail time. License suspension, community service, probation and vehicle seizure are additional effects of a DUI arrest and conviction in Orange County, California.

Orange County DUI Lawyers: Gold & Witham

The Orange County DUI lawyers at Gold & Witham are experienced in handling a wide range of DUI-related offenses, including the following:

Additionally, our Orange County DUI attorneys are experienced in helping clients with DUI expungements, to clear your criminal record. The effects this can have on your future employment, ability to get certain loans, and also your overall peace of mind are long-lasting.

Orange County DUI Charges and DMV Hearings

A DMV hearing is a major part of an Orange County DUI charge. You or your attorney must contact the DMV within 10 days of your arrest in order to avoid automatic license suspension! Separate from the DUI court process, the DMV hearing is held at the regional Drivers Safety Office (DSO) of the California Department of Motor Vehicles. Also referred to as an administrative per se hearing, a DMV hearing is held in regards to the suspension of the individual’s driver’s license.

An Orange County DUI lawyer at Gold & Witham can schedule your DMV hearing for you. Additionally, we can represent you at the hearing, helping to reach a successful conclusion. Having the representation of an attorney from Gold & Witham at your DMV hearing can also positively affect the outcome of your criminal case and trial. Because we will have been involved from the beginning, we will be more experienced in regards to your specific situation and may uncover evidence or information which will help to have charges dismissed or dropped on the criminal side.

Orange County DUI arrest? Contact an Orange County DUI attorney at Gold & Witham today!

Our Proven Methods Will be your Peace of Mind.