Santa Monica DUI Attorney

Protecting Drivers Accused of DUI in Santa Monica, CA

Facing criminal charges for a DUI (driving under the influence) offense can be extremely frustrating for anyone. Unlike many other crimes, DUI often affects people who have no previous criminal record and who are typically law-abiding citizens. Although many people may think it is a simple offense to defend, this is simply untrue. Many drunk driving cases are often very complex. At times, defendants make the mistake of trying to represent themselves, of accepting a plea bargain, or of simply hiring any attorney that may be recommended to them. This can severely hinder their case and may result in the highest of DUI penalties.

The right Santa Monica DUI attorney can actually have a significant and positive impact on the outcome of your case. With an understanding of this field and the ability to approach a case from the proper standpoint, a competent lawyer can assist you at your DMV hearing to protect your driver's license and during the criminal court process to protect you from other DUI penalties such as incarceration, probation, fines and community service. This is a technical field that requires a legal professional who understands the particular nuances associated with field sobriety testing, breath tests, blood tests and the various other issues related exclusively to driving under the influence matters.

The first step that any driver should take when arrested for DUI is to consult with a professional Santa Monica DUI defense lawyer who is skilled in representing individuals accused of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. At the Law Offices of Loren M. Merlin we take all of our clients' DUI cases very seriously. We are committed to providing personalized attention through every step of the legal process and are also dedicated to taking an aggressive stance against zealous efforts on the part of law enforcement officers and the prosecuting attorney as they attempt to put you behind bars.

Drunk Driving Defense Representation

It is always our number one goal to provide the very best outcome possible for the DUI charges that you or a loved one may face. Please contact an attorney at our firm today if you need legal advice and/or representation, or if you have questions about any of our areas of practice in regard to drunk driving or any related issues. We built this site to offer you helpful information about these charges, your rights in these matters and how we can assist you.

At our office, the legal team represents clients who are facing their first DUI offense, second DUI offense, third and fourth offense, under 21 DUI, drug DUI or DUID (driving under the influence of drugs), felony DUI, DUI accidents, commercial driver's license DUI, DUI with injury and vehicular manslaughter due to drunk driving. Additionally, we can provide you with valuable information on breathalyzers & BAC, field sobriety tests and sobriety checkpoints, the ignition interlock device and any current or new DUI laws.

With a legal representative on your side that is extensively aware of the laws and penalties surrounding DUI offenses, you will have a better chance of finding a favorable outcome in your case. At our Santa Monica DUI defense law firm, we work relentlessly to help our clients in trouble with the law. We understand how important your freedom and driving privileges are to you, which is why we plan to do everything in our power to help keep both intact. We can represent your case at your DMV hearing to prevent the suspension of your driver's license and give you additional resources for life after DUI. For more information on the services that our office provides, please feel free to contact a Santa Monica DUI defense attorney for a free consultation.

We also assist clients with DUI expungements and appeals, helping if you have already been convicted of drunk driving and would like to clear your criminal record or appeal the sentence of conviction against you.

DUI Defense Lawyer in Santa Monica

Please contact a Santa Monica DUI attorney immediately in order to begin protecting your future. We provide one-on-one attention and aggressive representation to clients accused of, charged with or arrested for driving under the influence throughout Santa Monica, California and the surrounding areas. Contact us immediately to schedule a free consultation. At this time, you can find out what you may be up against, how we can assist you and what options you have in fighting your drunk driving charges. We understand the ins and outs of these cases and can provide you with the level of legal representation that makes a difference for our clients every day.

Get started in receiving the legal help and guidance you need in this difficult time. Contact a Santa Monica DUI Lawyer today.