Santa Monica DUI of Drugs Lawyer

Drugs & DUI in Santa Monica

If a person is caught driving under the influence of drugs in California they can be charged and arrested for DUI (also called DUID when referring to drugs and DUI). Just like driving under the influence of alcohol this is an extremely serious crime and a DUI of drugs conviction can result in very serious penalties that may include: jail/prison sentence, large monetary fines, community service, restitution, license suspension/revocation, installation of vehicle interlock device, impoundment of motor vehicle, drug/alcohol counseling/rehabilitation, DUI School, probation and parole. A DUID may also remain on a person’s criminal record for life.

Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (DUID) Attorney

If you or a loved one has been charged with DUI of drugs, please contact a Santa Monica DUI attorney immediately. At the Law Offices of Loren M. Merlin we can help protect you a loved one’s legal rights and help with any of the following:

All communication with opposing counsel, law enforcement and insurance agencies.
Representation at the DMV Hearing and during the entire criminal court process.
Negotiation in attempt to reduce or dismiss all charges that a client may face.
Challenge all evidence against a client.
Ask the courts for alternative sentencing if a conviction cannot be avoided; including reduced drug DUI penalties.
Fight to maintain a client’s driving privileges.
Provide DUI resources; explain dos & don’ts when pulled over.

Aggressive Santa Monica DUID Lawyer

It is at the utmost importance to contact a skilled Santa Monica DUI lawyer immediately following a DUID arrest. An investigation must be started that may help to clear you or a loved one’s name. There are often many legal issues that can surround DUID arrests that can include issues with field sobriety tests, blood and urine tests. When challenged effectively, a drug DUI case can be dismissed entirely.

Law enforcement and prosecutors will need to prove that a person was indeed under the influence of drugs that put other drivers and pedestrians at risk. Unlike DUI, there is no legal limit as to how many drugs a person must consume to be considered intoxicated. A person can even face DUID charges for being under the influence of prescription drugs.

We provide legal representation for clients facing any type of drug DUI (DUID) and DUI charges. Please contact our firm today to schedule a free case consultation.

Charged with drug DUI in Santa Monica, California? Contact us today!