​Who do you want as your attorney? The Master or the student? Patrick Silva has over 20 years of DUI experience, he has been published in DUI reference books, he has spoken in front of hundreds of attorneys at conferences, taught classes to lawyers on his secrets and strategies, and has a nationally listened to podcast dedicated to teaching other DUI lawyers how to win.  (909)798-1500

 Author of "The DUI Answer Book" A Citizen's Guide to Understanding Your Rights

What happens when you get your first DUI ?  What will happen when I go to court ? 

Q. I can’t afford a lawyer right now so I will just have to go alone and ask for a public defender in the meantime. Will a public defender be able to still help me? How much time will I have to get a lawyer after my first court date?

​A.  At the first appearance you will have an opportunity to ask for a Public Defender and/or resolve your case. 
The local penalties for a standard 1st DUI are: 
3years Probation 
2 days (generally means work project) 
$2400 Fines or approx $400 Plus 4 days time (also can be work project) 
3 month DUI school 
*there are many potential enhancements and circumstances that could make the penalties higher or lower 
*SB1046 now gives individuals a way to avoid any actual suspension in most circumstances if you act quickly 
*Read the information on the pink Temporary license you were likely given. You only have 10 calendar days to take advantage