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The DMV will initiate action to suspend your California Driver's License for a minimum of 30 days. If you refused a chemical test under the "implied consent" law in California, the DMV may suspend your license for 1 year.

If you were pulled over and arrested on suspicion of DUI, the police most probably confiscated your license and gave you a pink piece of paper. It is important for you to know the significance of this piece of paper and what can happen if you do not follow through with certain steps to recover license.

The loss of your driving privilege in California is devastating considering the correlation between your transportation and your employment, school and mobility. If you received this pink slip, you need to contact our office right away.

Our Los Angeles DUI lawyers have a combined experience of more than 50 years defending persons accused of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs. Our founding partners are former Los Angeles prosecutors. Robert Ernenwein, one of our co-founders, is a board certified criminal law specialist. He has been consulted by media outlets to render his opinion on high-profile criminal cases. These credentials are unmatched by the vast majority of other criminal defense law firms.

Our extensive experience and knowledge give us the tools we need to successfully defend you against DUI charges.

I’ve received a pink piece of paper entitled "Notice of Suspension." What do I do with this?

On most misdemeanor DUI arrests, the police will release you a few hours following your arrest and booking (whereas, on a felony DUI arrest or accident case, you may have to post bail).

The arresting officer will confiscate your driver’s license and issue you a temporary 30-day driver’s license in the form a pink piece of paper entitled "Notice of Suspension." Additionally, you will receive a citation to appear in court.

After you get the pink slip, you will have 10 days to schedule your DMV hearing. If you hire us, we can schedule that hearing for you and represent you before the DMV officer. We can also appear on your behalf so that you may not have to go (unless we find it advantageous for you to be there). At this hearing, you will have an opportunity to provide evidence (in the form of documents and/or testimony) which would help restore your driving privileges until your DUI court case is heard. We will also have an opportunity to challenge the evidence against you. We can challenge the reason for the stop.

If the police did not have reasonable suspicion that you committed a traffic violation or probable cause that you committed a crime, we can argue that the very stop of your vehicle was illegal and that any evidence gathered afterwards (including your field sobriety test, blood test) was illegally obtained. If the DMV hearing officer accepts this, the evidence against you is thrown our and you keep your license.

You should be aware that the objective of the DMV hearing is not to try your DUI case. Rather, it is to persuade the DMV not to suspend your driver’s license. Separate and apart from the DMV hearing is your court case. The court determines your guilt or innocence of DUI.

However, it should be noted that your lawyer may also use the DMV hearing as an opportunity to gather evidence that may prove useful in court. For instance, our Los Angeles DUI lawyers can subpoena the arresting officer to give testimony and elicit admissions as to deficiencies in the investigation and inadequate DUI training. We can also subpoena logs which register the calibration and maintenance of the breathalyzer, thereby revealing possible malfunctions and incorrect readings.

A DMV hearing victory can also be a form of leverage to get your case disposed favorably in court.

The DMV hearing officer will take the matter under review and subsequently issue a written determination. The officer will mail you the decision within 30 days. If the DMV issues a decision favorable to you, your license will not be suspended. However, your license will be suspended if the DMV denies your case or the court finds you guilty of DUI. If your license is suspended, you can apply for a restricted license and get it within 30 days.

This license will allow to drive to and from work as well as to and from any alcohol program imposed by the court or the DMV.

Our lawyers represent clients throughout Southern California, including Alhambra, Arcadia, Artesia, Avalon, Azusa, Baldwin Park, Bell, Bell gardens, Bellflower, Beverly Hills, Burbank, Calabasas, Carson, Cerritos, City of Industry, Claremont, Commerce, Compton, Covina, Cudahy, Culver City, Diamond Bar, Downey, Duarte, Eagle Rock, East Los Angeles, El Monte, El Segundo, Gardena, Glendale, Glendora, Hawaiian Gardens, Hawthorne, Hermosa Beach, Huntington Park, Inglewood, Inland Empire, Irwindale, La Canada Flintridge, La Habra Heights, La Mirada, La Puente, La Verne, Lakewood, Lancaster, Lawndale, Lomita, Long Beach, Los Angeles, Lynwood, Malibu, Manhattan Beach, Marina Del Rey, Maywood, Monrovia, Montebello, Monterey Park, Norwalk, Palos Verdes Estates, Paramount, Pasadena, Pico Rivera, Playa Del Rey, Pomona, Redondo Beach, Rolling Hills, Rolling Hills Estates, Rosemead, San Dimas, San Fernando, San Gabriel, San Marino, Seal Beach, Santa Clarita, Santa Fe Springs, Santa Monica, Seal Beach, Signal Hill, South El Monte, South Gate, South Pasadena, Temple City, Torrance, Vernon, Watts, Walnut, West Covina, West Hollywood, Westlake Village, and Whittier.

Call us at 310-782-0552 or e-mail us immediately for your free consultation.

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  Description: Have you been charged with DUI in California? Contact the Torrance criminal defense attorneys at McGregor & Ernenwein for help today.

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  Description: Actor Ricardo Chavira was arrested on suspicion of DUI. If you receive a DUI charge, contact the Torrance criminal defense attorneys at McGregor & Ernenwein.

• Rick Springfield Arrested for DUI in Malibu, California

  Description: Singer Rick Springfield was arrested recently on suspicion of DUI. Best known for his 1981 hit “Jessie’s Girl,” Springfield was allegedly administered a field sobriety test and then taken to the Malibu/Lost Hills Police Station. If you have been arrested for DUI, contact the Torrance criminal defense attorneys at McGregor & Ernenwein. We can defend you and walk you through the sentencing options.

• Former California-Based Olympic Gold Medalist Charged with DUI

  Description: In light of the recent arrest of an Olympic gold medalist for a DUI felony, the Torrance criminal defense attorneys at McGregor & Ernenwein have written a blog entry with information regarding bail in DUI cases. Read to find out more, or contact McGregor & Ernenwein today if you have been arrested for DUI.

• Refusing a Blood Alcohol Test after Being Arrested for DUI in California

  Description: California law states that you must take a blood alcohol test after being arrested on the suspicion of drunk driving. However, you still have options and should consider the best path for your case. Call our DUI lawyers today at (888) 338-4489 to learn more about your legal rights.

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  Description: The holidays are prime time for DUI crackdowns, and getting caught drunk driving is an expensive and costly mistake. Drive sober and safe this holiday season. Call McGregor & Ernenwein today at (877) 338-4489 if you or a family member has been arrested for DUI in South Bay.

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  Description: What should you do if you face DUI charges in Los Angeles? This article gives you the two main steps you must take, and shows how having an experienced attorney by your side can be invaluable. Call McGregor & Ernenwein Law Offices today to learn more at (877) 338-4489.

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• How BAC Can Lead to a Los Angeles DUI
  Description: Blood alcohol level can be impacted by many factors. Read this article to learn more and contact a Torrance DUI attorney. We’ll help you beat your DUI in L.A.
• How to Beat Your DUI in Los Angeles County – 4 Tips
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• Charged with California DUI But Live in a Different State?
  Description: While being from another state can be problematic if you are charged with a DUI in California, certain information regarding your DUI arrest can help your case. Have you or someone you know been arrested for a DUI charge? Contact McGregor & Ernenwein to obtain a completely free consultation with one of our experienced Torrance criminal defense attorneys.
• Women at a Disadvantage for Field Sobriety Tests
  Description: While men are more often charged with DUI than women, women are increasingly receiving such charges as well.
• Understanding the Role of Blood Alcohol Content in California DUI Cases
  Description: Blood alcohol content (BAC), the measure used in DUI arrest cases, is influenced by numerous factors, such as number of drinks, alcohol content of alcohol, time elapsed, your weight, and much more. Call us today at (877) 338-4489 for more information about your case.
• Types of Blood Alcohol Tests in California DUI Cases
  Description: Three primary types of blood alcohol tests are used by police to measure an individual’s level of intoxication: blood tests, urine tests, and breath tests. Contact the DUI attorneys of McGregor & Ernenwein today to learn more about your legal rights in these cases. Call (888) 338-4489.
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  Description: DUI arrests skyrocket during the holiday season as a result of alcohol-related celebrations, increased travel, and police crackdowns. If you have been arrested for DUI in South Bay, call McGregor & Ernenwein today at (877) 338-4489 to learn more about your legal rights.
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  Description: Field sobriety tests attempt to quickly measure your level of intoxication, in order to determine if you are driving drunk or not. However, the tests are inherently flawed in how they are designed and conducted, and California residents have a right to refuse to take them. Call us today at (877) 338-4489 to learn more.
• The Types of Serious DUI Arrests in California
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  Description: Since 1987, we have represented clients in over thousands of DUI in Los Angeles Courts and Orange County courts. We have represented hundreds of clients at DMV hearings and have been victorious at preventing the suspensions of their drivers' licenses. Our founding partners are "Super Lawyers" and former prosecutors. Call us 877-338-4489 for your free DUI consultation.

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Case Results for DUI Defense:

• Client who faced Felony DUI with 6 Years in Prison = Reduced to Misdemeanor and NO Jailtime.

Awarded: Client who faced Felony DUI with 6 Years in Prison = Reduced to Misdemeanor and NO Jailtime.

• Vehicle Code 23153(a) VC, Felony DUI Causing Injury, Reduced from Felony to Misdemeanor DUI, NO Jailtime & NO Community Service

Awarded: Vehicle Code 23153(a) VC, Felony DUI Causing Injury, Reduced from Felony to Misdemeanor DUI, NO Jailtime & NO Community Service

• DISMISSAL OF FELONY DUI CHARGE, REDUCTION TO STANDARD FIRST DUI, AND NO JAIL TIME

Awarded: DISMISSAL OF FELONY DUI CHARGE, REDUCTION TO STANDARD FIRST DUI, AND NO JAIL TIME

• Dismissal of DUI Charges

Awarded: Dismissal of DUI Charges

• Dismissal of DUI Charges in Spite of High Blood Alcohol Level

Awarded: Dismissal of DUI Charges in Spite of High Blood Alcohol Level

• DUI and Chemical Test Refusal Allegation Dismissed!

Awarded: Dismissal of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Charge

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