DUI in Ventura County:
Ventura County Law enforcement and Jurisdiction usually has some of the strictest law enforcement and prosecution strategies to deal with Drunk Driving in its county. One should know that the rules and regulations of Drink Driving in Ventura County differ greatly from those of the rest of the counties in Southern California.
Many attorneys are NOT familiar with the regulations and procedures of DUI cased on Ventura County. As a result they are not able to defend the rights of person arrested and charged with DUI to the best fo their abilities. For example Unlike Los Angeles County, Ventura does not reduced charges down from Driving under the influence to reckless offenses. However DUI case in Ventura County can stil be won or dismissed or there penalties of such a conviction reduced.
Also Ventura County is distinctive with when it comes to penalties which may be imposed for a DUI charge. Penalties for DUI differ from the ones that are imposed in Los Angeles county and Santa Barbara county or Riverside County.
Also Ventura County is distinctive with when it comes to penalties which may be imposed for a DUI charge. Penalties for DUI differ from the ones that are imposed in Los Angeles county and Santa Barbara county or Riverside County.
The first thing that should be done if you have been arrested for a DUI is to contact an attorney. Anything you do or say while under police custody or under police interrogation can and will in most instances be used against you. It is always advised that you stay silent and do not reveal any information that my harm you.
If you need more in depth information on how to protect your rights if you have been arrested for a DUI charge feel free to visit our DUI Frequently Asked Questions.
In California, there are two separate charges which a person can be arrested, charged, and convicted because of DUI or drunk driving.
· Violation of Vehicle Code section 23152 (a), i.e., driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
· AND OR Conviction based on Vehicle Code section 23152 (b). To establish a violation of this law it must be proven that the person had a blood/breath alcohol level of .08% or greater at the time of driving.
Many person charges with these two offense do not know the difference and do not know that there are different argument that can and should be made in order to protect the right of the person charged.
DUI Convictions can be a horrendous experience and cause great harm to your life. If you have any question and a FREE CONSULTATION call the offices of Downtown LA Law (855) DT-LA-LAW
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