Indio DUI Lawyer
Effective DUI Defense Strategies in Palm Desert
If you have been arrested for DUI, it could have a devastating impact on your life. The Law Offices of Anastacio De La Cruz is here to help you fight your charges to protect your rights and driving privileges.
Our Indio DUI attorney has several years of experience defending clients facing drunk driving charges. You can trust that we have the knowledge and resources necessary to help you build a strong defense.
Call (760) 610-0606 or contact us online today to discuss your DUI defense with an aggressive criminal defense lawyer.
Understanding California BAC Limits
It is common knowledge that too much alcohol impairs people's judgment. That is why there are laws in place that restrict the amount of alcohol that can be in a person's system when they are driving an automobile.
In California, it is illegal for any individual over 21 years of age to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level of 0.08% or higher. For drivers younger than 21, and anyone on DUI probation, the BAC limit is reduced to 0.01% or higher.
A person's BAC can be measured in one of two ways: a breath or blood test. Both of these tests are considered reliable means of measuring someone's BAC, and both are admissible in court as evidence that an individual was driving drunk.
Penalties for DUI Convictions in California
If you are convicted of DUI in California, you could face several harsh consequences. The specific penalties imposed depend on the number of previous DUI convictions you have in the last 10 years and any aggravating factors present in your case. Whatever your particular situation, guidelines are in place that set the minimum and maximum punishments that a judge can impose.
The maximum and minimum penalties for a DUI conviction include:
- First DUI offense: $390 to $1,000 in fines, 48 hours to 6 months in jail, a 6-month driver’s license suspension from the criminal court, and a 4-month DMV administrative driver’s license suspension
- Second DUI offense: $390 to $1,000 in fines, 96 hours to 1 year in jail, a 2-year driver’s license suspension from the criminal court, and a 12-month DMV administrative driver’s license suspension
- Third DUI offense: $390 to $1,000 in fines, 120 days to 1 year in jail, a 3-year driver’s license suspension from the criminal court, and a 12-month DMV administrative driver’s license suspension
If you injure or cause the death of another person in a DUI accident, the penalties could be harsher. These types of crimes can be prosecuted as either misdemeanors or felonies, and the punishments for such offenses vary greatly. For example, a conviction for a felony DUI with injuries could result in 16 months to 4 years in prison and fines between $390 and $5,000.
Get an Aggressive Legal Advocate on Your Side
No matter the particular circumstances around your DUI charges, the stakes are high. For the sake of your freedom and your future, make sure you acquire experienced legal counsel as soon as possible. The Law Offices of Anastacio De La Cruz is here to support and guide you through this challenging time. Our Indio DUI lawyer can evaluate your situation and help determine how to proceed with your case.
To schedule your consultation with a skilled criminal defense attorney, call (760) 610-0606 or submit an online contact form today.
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Keeping Families Together One Case at a Time
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Mr Anastacio De La Cruz has been nothing but a blessing for my family, he took my son case and handled it with care and puts a lots of effort into delivering the best results we could ever ask for, forever thankful that we got referred by another client of him- Esmeralda Q-Shayne
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Working with Anastacio De La Cruz was a pleasure, all the staff in the office were truly helpful.He recently helped my dad out with getting his cases dismissed. He has truly given my father a second chance to regain his family. They were always on top of their game, with our case always advicing us what was the right thing to do.- Tomas Quintero
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Hello everyone I would like to take the time to appreciate and thank Anastacio de la Cruz and his people for everything he has done for me, to give me another opportunity in life to do well and become a better person. There’s no words to describe his hard work. He’s definitely a lawyer I’d 100% recommend to anyone who needs help of any sort . He will do the best of his ability and won’t give up.- Ulysses Almanza
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Thanks to the lawyer Anastacio de la Cruz for helping me fight my criminal case in court and being able to eliminate all the charges that were brought against me, I recommend him, he is a very good lawyer 👍- Eulises Card
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I highly recommend law offices of ANASTACIO DE La Cruz. He went above and beyond with his services he handled my restraining order case he got it dismissed.- Juan Osorio
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I hired Mr.De La Cruz when I found myself needing some serious legal help. I had multiple cases on my plate at the time. As a single mother, it was almost impossible to juggle working full time, attending school, on top of having to be in court. Mr.De La Cruz went above and beyond in assisting me and my legal short comings. He treated me with the utmost respect. While having Mr. DLC on my team I was able to continue life stress free! Thank you Anastacio for all you’ve done for me! I couldn’t have done it without you! You are one of the BEST if not THE best attorney this valley has to offer.- Bianca Acuna
