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News : Duke gets DWI cases back in Bogalusa : The Daily News, Bogalusa, LA

2011-04-01T07:14:00.000-07:00

Duke gets DWI cases back in Bogalusa What happens in Bogalusa will now stay in Bogalusa, at least as far as DWI court cases are concerned, thanks to the efforts of Bogalusa City Prosecutor David Duke, who is also an assistant district attorney for Walter Reed’s office. According to Duke, DWI arrests by the Bogalusa Police Department more than doubled last year, jumping from 56 in 2009 to 116 in 2010. That was due to increased efforts on the part of the BPD, he said. But the majority of DWI arrests in the city are made by state troopers, Duke said. Advertisement “In years past, the Louisiana State Police would patrol in Bogalusa and when a DWI arrest was made, they would complete the necessary paperwork in Bogalusa and run the intoxilyzer, but then take the suspect to Franklinton for booking into the Parish Jail,” he said. While that did make it easier on the state police when it came time to testify, because it kept them from having to appear in multiple courts, it pulled them off the roads at the time of arrest and out of Bogalusa on court dates. Duke said he talked with Reed, Bogalusa City Judge Robert Black and LSP Troop L Commander Capt. Paul Clark about getting the cases heard in Bogalusa. “I was able to get the Troop to allow its officers to start booking suspects into Bogalusa City Jail, thereby bringing the suspects before Bogalusa City Court for the state charges they face,” Duke said. “Also, by booking suspects into Bogalusa City Jail the trooper eliminates a trip to Franklinton so the trooper is able to get back on patrol in a shorter amount of time.” The change of venue will also add to the local court coffers. “As for the revenue on the state charge of DWI, Bogalusa City Court and the parish criminal court fund will benefit by the inclusion of the fines into our court system,” Duke said. “But the court cost would be distributed just like in any other state court.” Duke said he is happy for the additional work. “The troop has always enforced DWI laws inside city limits,” he said. “Now, instead of taking the suspects to Franklinton for booking into jail, they are booked into our city jail and the case is heard in Bogalusa City Court where I prosecute as an assistant district attorney for Walter Reed. “I am excited about having the troop back in City Court, and without the cooperation of Judge Black, Walter Reed and Captain Clark that would not have been possible.” Source, The Daily News: News : Duke gets DWI cases back in Bogalusa : The Daily News, Bogalusa, LA

Driving Under The Influence – First Offence Orange County

2007-04-16T14:58:00.000-07:00

Orange County Criminal Attorney - DUI First Offense

If you were recently arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, your body is likely under a tremendous amount of stress. You are probably very worried; you do not sleep well and may be ‘sick to your stomach’.

If this sounds like you, relax, take a deep breath and remember, “It is not the end of the world”. Unlike other criminal offences, a DUI conviction is not a crime of moral turpitude.

A crime of moral turpitude is one that would prevent you from obtaining employment or professional licensing. An example of a crime of moral turpitude would be a theft or forgery case, or any case where you were proven to have knowingly committed a criminal act. Driving under the influence cases do not fall under this category. With respect to employment, remember that if you are convicted of a DUI, you could, theoretically, still qualify for political offices or any other leadership position – remember, President Bush was convicted of a DUI.

Please do not misinterpret the above statements – We are not saying that a DUI case should be treated lightly or without respect. We simply want you assure you that you will make it through this period of time, and ultimately you will be okay.

The Law Offices of Stull & Stull has been involved in hundreds of DUI cases and we take the time to hold your hand and walk you through the process.

What Is Your First Step?

Your first step is to contact the Law Offices of Stull & Stull and make an appointment to discuss your case. We offer a no obligation free consultation to give you the background, knowledge and updated law on your DUI case. The consultation may take up to 30 minutes, but during that time, we will bring discuss your case and by the end of our meeting you will be able to make pro-active decisions on handling your case. However, more importantly we will help put your mind at ease from all the mental anguish and stress you are currently experiencing.

Law Offices of Stull & Stull
Orange County California Criminal Defense Lawyers
15615 Alton Parkway suite 450
Irvine, Ca. 92618
Phone: 877-815-7421
Fax: 949-271-6486
Email: information@orangecountycriminaldefenselaw.com

Orange County California Criminal Lawyers - Law Offices of Stull & Stull

2006-12-15T12:56:00.000-08:00

Orange County California Criminal Lawyers - Law Offices of Stull & Stull

The Law Offices of Stull and Stull is a Orange County, California Irvine based Law Firm of expert lawyers specializing in driving under the influence, DUI drunk driving cases, VC 23152, 502, including DMV matters, felony and misdemeanor criminal defense. We can refer you to attorneys who specialize in personal injury and auto accident cases, immigration matters, and civil litigation; we serve all of Southern California with appointments available in Los Angeles, San Diego, Long Beach, Beverly Hills, Orange County (Irvine / Newport Beach, Fullerton, Anaheim, and Santa Ana), Pasadena, and Riverside.

The Law Offices of Stull and Stull have the experience and knowledge to make a difference in the outcome of your case. It is important to hire a good criminal lawyer who knows the courts in Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego counties. Our experience means that you will have access to the latest, best , and updated knowledge of the law — an informed, experienced DUI or criminal defense lawyer working for you at every step of the way. The Law Offices of Stull and Stull offers the highest level of professionalism in every matter we represent.

When you’re facing a first time DUI, or other misdemeanor or felony criminal defense matter, it is imperative to get the best, and most expert, legal assistance you can find. The Law Offices of Stull and Stull present every defense, every strategy — every piece of evidence in your favor to fight your case.

The Law Offices of Stull and Stull knows that people who are accused of a DUI are worried about losing their l drivers license or driving privilege, even more they could lose, their employment, or even their freedom. We know that when this happens people need quick and clear answers to their legal questions. We can answer questions about bail, or fight for a bail reduction to release your loved one, so that we can defend the case with the client out of custody.

The Law Offices of Stull and Stull have rightfully earned the respect of judges, prosecutors and police officers as aggressive attorneys who are not afraid to challenge them on tough cases. We earned the respect through years of tough hard legal battles in the courtroom in large part because of our well-deserved reputation, many other attorneys refer their criminal cases to our office for skilled, expert handling. We are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Contact us now for a free consultation.

Our Website has Information about specific criminal charges and California criminal law, including Driving on a Suspended License, DUI defense, drug crimes, drug possession, DMV hearings, Hit and Run, Juvenile Law, Pardons. Possession of a Controlled Substance, Criminal Charges and Defense.

Please email me at : information@orangecountycriminaldefenselaw.com on any criminal matter or call us at: 877-815-7421

Orange County Law Offices of Stull & Stull Criminal Law Defense Firm.

2006-06-22T10:19:00.000-07:00

Orange County Law Offices of Stull & Stull Criminal Law Defense Firm.

The Law Offices of Stull and Stull is a Orange County California Law firm of expert lawyers specializing in driving under the influence, DUI drunk driving cases, VC 23152, 502, including DMV matters, felony and misdemeanor criminal defense. We can refer you to attorneys who specialize in personal injury and auto accident cases, immigration matters, and civil litigation; we serve all of Southern California with appointments available in Los Angeles, San Diego, Long Beach, Beverly Hills, Orange County (Irvine/Newport Beach, Fullerton, Anaheim, and Santa Ana), Pasadena, and Riverside. We have the experience and knowledge to make a difference in the outcome of your case. It is important to hire a good criminal lawyer who knows the courts in Los Angeles, Orange County, Riverside, San Bernardino and San Diego counties. Our experience means that you will have access to the latest, best , and updated knowledge of the law — an informed, experienced DUI or criminal defense lawyer working for you at every step of the way. Our firm offers the highest level of professionalism in every matter we represent.When you’re facing a first time DUI, or other misdemeanor or felony criminal defense matter, it is imperative to get the best, and most expert, legal assistance you can find. We present every defense, every strategy — every piece of evidence in your favor to fight your case.Our firm knows that people who are accused of a DUI are worried about losing their l drivers license or driving privilege, even more they could lose, their employment, or even their freedom. We know that when this happens people need quick and clear answers to their legal questions. We can answer questions about bail, or fight for a bail reduction to release your loved one, so that we can defend the case with the client out of custody.We have rightfully earned the respect of judges, prosecutors and police officers as aggressive attorneys who are not afraid to challenge them on tough cases. We earned the respect through years of tough hard legal battles in the courtroom in large part because of our well-deserved reputation, many other attorneys refer their criminal cases to our office for skilled, expert handling. We are available 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Contact us now for a free consultation.
Please email me at : info@orangecountycriminaldefenselaw.com on any criminal matter or call us at: 877-815-7421

Metro Police Recruit Arrested For DUI (The Louisville Channel)

2006-06-22T10:18:00.000-07:00

Metro Police Recruit Arrested For DUI (The Louisville Channel)
20 Jun 2006 at 8:36pmLOUISVILLE -- A Louisville metro police recruit was arrested after she was found on a busy Louisville road passed out behind the wheel. Kanedria Wilson began training with the department in February. She was arrested and charged with DUI Saturday on Shelbyville Road in front of Mall St. Matthews.

Ex-RadioShack boss sentenced for DUI (MSNBC)

2006-06-22T10:17:00.002-07:00

Ex-RadioShack boss sentenced for DUI (MSNBC)
22 Jun 2006 at 8:51amThe former chief executive of RadioShack Corp., who resigned after being caught lying on his resume, was sentenced to 30 days in jail after pleading guilty to drunken driving.

California Pilot Program Uses Tracking Devices To Monitor Repeat DUI Offender...

2006-06-22T10:17:00.001-07:00

California Pilot Program Uses Tracking Devices To Monitor Repeat DUI Offender...
22 Jun 2006 at 7:26amProbations officers will be able to see if offenders are going to bars or liquor stores.

Driver convicted in '97 DUI death is charged again (Seattle Times)

2006-06-22T10:17:00.000-07:00

Driver convicted in '97 DUI death is charged again (Seattle Times)

21 Jun 2006 at 12:22amA woman who was once described by a judge as being a "human bomb" because of her record of drunken driving was arrested again on a DUI charge...

Woman in Stagecoach fatal accident also had DUI in 2002 (Nevada Appeal)

2006-06-22T10:16:00.002-07:00

Woman in Stagecoach fatal accident also had DUI in 2002 (Nevada Appeal)

21 Jun 2006 at 7:00amA Stagecoach woman arrested on suspicion of drunken driving in a fatal accident Saturday, has a prior DUI conviction, court records indicate.

Woman Whose DUI Led To Law Arrested Again (KOMO)

2006-06-22T10:16:00.001-07:00

Woman Whose DUI Led To Law Arrested Again (KOMO)
21 Jun 2006 at 8:14am48-year-old Susan Lynn West was arrested Sunday in Bellevue for investigation of DUI and driving with a suspended license.

DUI Driver Arrested Again (KIRO 7 Seattle-Tacoma)

2006-06-22T10:16:00.000-07:00

DUI Driver Arrested Again (KIRO 7 Seattle-Tacoma)

21 Jun 2006 at 2:59pmSusan Lynn West, convicted for the 1997 hit-and-run death of an Issaquah mother, was arrested again Sunday on suspicion of DUI.

Sentence issued in DUI crash case (The Derrick)

2006-06-22T10:15:00.001-07:00

Sentence issued in DUI crash case (The Derrick)

21 Jun 2006 at 9:24pmScott McEntire, 22, of Clarion will serve up to 42 months in prison for a crash that resulted in serious injuries. CLARION - A Clarion man will serve a state prison sentence of 21 to 42 months as a result of a DUI crash last September that caused serious injuries, a judge ordered Wednesday.

Police to Hold DUI Checkpoint Friday (Kansas City InfoZine)

2006-06-22T10:15:00.000-07:00

Police to Hold DUI Checkpoint Friday (Kansas City InfoZine)

22 Jun 2006 at 1:56amThe Overland Park Police Department will join several other Kansas police agencies in conducting a DUI checkpoint Friday.

Tracking Devices To Monitor Repeat DUI Offenders (NBC 4 Los Angeles)

2006-06-22T10:14:00.000-07:00

Tracking Devices To Monitor Repeat DUI Offenders (NBC 4 Los Angeles)

22 Jun 2006 at 8:59amFor the first time in California, tracking devices using global positioning satellite technology will monitor the whereabouts of felony repeat DUI offenders in Southwest Riverside County.

Driving Under the Influence – Second Offense

2006-06-10T16:46:00.000-07:00

Driving Under the Influence – Second Offense

If you have received a second DUI, you need to hire an attorney immediately. There are several issues that you will need to discuss without delay. Some of these issues are:

Bail: On a second time DUI, the court could ask that you post a bail. This may mean that the Judge may set bail at 10,000, which would mean you would likely have to have a bail bondsman ready to post the $1,000 bail or put up $10,000 in cash. However, in many cases, our office is able to get our clients released on their own recognizance, which means they are not required to post any bail, provided that they complete a number of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Meetings during the week. Attending these few AA meetings can sometimes save a client several thousand dollars in posting bail.

You must immediately request a DMV hearing and contest the suspension of your driver’s license. Remember, being convicted of a second DUI can cause your license to be suspended for 1 year.

You must make arrangements for a driver, because if your license does get suspended on a second DUI and you decide to drive without a license, and get caught driving under a suspended license, the District Attorney’s office will seek jail time.

You need to prepare to serve some jail time commitment. The law requires that you complete at least 96 hours minimum consecutive jail time. In other words, you may need to complete a minimum of 4 days in jail. If you have one prior DUI, most counties in California start out at a minimum of 30 days jail time. Sometimes these offers can reach 60-90 days.

Call the Law Offices of Stull & Stull today to make an appointment so we can advise you regarding the issue of jail. You need to be fully informed of all the consequences that are associated with a jail sentence.

On occasion and in some situations, in lieu of jail time, we are able to negotiate our clients into home electronic confinement. This happens in only a small percentage of cases. When you speak and meet with us, and we can assess the facts of your case, we can let you know whether you are a likely candidate for this program.

There is also a possibility that we may be able to negotiate CalTrans work in lieu of actual jail time. Some courts allow this and some do not.

Another possibility we explore is whether you can qualify to have your jail time confined to weekends only. In this case, if you have a job, you would still be able to work 5 days per week, and report to jail for the weekends.

Private Jail: Our firm has special relationships with a number of private jail facilities. In short, you are allowed to complete your jail commitment in a private jail, but are also allowed to be released early in the morning – attend work, and return to spend the evening in jail in order to complete your custody time. Again, this option is available in some cases, but not all will qualify.
In any event, a second time DUI is a very serious matter and requires immediate attention. Please call our office today so we can contact the DMV immediately in order to enter a stay on your license suspension, as well as meet with you to discuss the issues, facts and defence strategy for your case.

Time is of the essence. We may need to obtain discovery from the District Attorney’s office in order to get all the records, logs and police reports in your case. We may also need to conduct an individual investigation on the crime scene or file motions to suppress evidence on your behalf.
Call the Law Offices of Stull & Stull today to make an appointment so we can advise you regarding the issue of jail. You need to be fully informed of all the consequences that are associated with a jail sentence.

Mobile man charged in DUI death of 7-month-old girl (The Daily Comet)

2006-06-10T16:45:00.001-07:00

Mobile man charged in DUI death of 7-month-old girl (The Daily Comet)

10 Jun 2006 at 1:00pmA 7-month-old girl was killed and three other children were injured in a four-vehicle wreck that resulted in murder and assault charges against a Mobile man accused of driving drunk.

Mobile man charged in DUI death of 7-month-old girl (al.com)

2006-06-10T16:45:00.000-07:00

Mobile man charged in DUI death of 7-month-old girl (al.com)

10 Jun 2006 at 1:05pmMOBILE, Ala. (AP) ? A 7-month-old girl was killed and three other children were injured in a four-vehicle wreck that resulted in murder and assault charges against a Mobile man accused of driving drunk.

Mobile man charged in DUI death of 7-month-old girl (WTVM 9)

2006-06-10T16:44:00.002-07:00

Mobile man charged in DUI death of 7-month-old girl (WTVM 9)
10 Jun 2006 at 1:36pmMOBILE, Ala. A seven-month-old girl was killed and three other children were injured in a four-vehicle wreck that resulted in murder and assault charges against a Mobile man accused of driving drunk.

Motorist with "I'm a drunk" bumper sticker pleads guilty to DUI (KESQ)

2006-06-10T16:44:00.001-07:00

Motorist with "I'm a drunk" bumper sticker pleads guilty to DUI (KESQ)

10 Jun 2006 at 3:31pmEUREKA, Calif. A motorist whose car sported a bumper sticker that read -- quote -- "I'm a drunk" -- end quote -- is facing up to seven years in prison on D-U-I charges.

Family Honors Son With DUI Warning (WCVB TheBostonChannel.com via Yahoo! News)

2006-06-10T16:44:00.000-07:00

Family Honors Son With DUI Warning (WCVB TheBostonChannel.com via Yahoo! News)

9 Jun 2006 at 3:23pmA family is honoring a 4-year-old boy who was killed by a drunken driver by warning local students about the dangers of driving while impaired.

Driver takes plea deal in fatal DUI accident (Sun-Sentinel)

2006-06-10T16:43:00.002-07:00

Driver takes plea deal in fatal DUI accident (Sun-Sentinel)
10 Jun 2006 at 12:05amRather than do prison time, a 24-year-old Lynn University graduate will speak to schools about the dangers of drunk driving, according to terms of a plea deal reached Friday.

DUI checkpoints under attack by the liquor industry (KVBC Las Vegas)

2006-06-10T16:43:00.001-07:00

DUI checkpoints under attack by the liquor industry (KVBC Las Vegas)

10 Jun 2006 at 11:30amIn a 24 hour town like Las Vegas, police know there's a much greater chance of drunk drivers behind the wheel at any point during the day or night, so they rely on sobriety checkpoints to keep you safe. But now the liquor industry wants that to stop.

Shock Probation Denied For Man Convicted In DUI Death Of Six-Year-Old (WLEX-T...

2006-06-10T16:43:00.000-07:00

Shock Probation Denied For Man Convicted In DUI Death Of Six-Year-Old (WLEX-T...

9 Jun 2006 at 8:30amAn Anderson County judge has denied a shock probation request from an Ohio man serving 25 years in prison for the DUI death of a six-year-old boy. Joseph Paul Shreve pleaded guilty to second-degree manslaughter and several other charges last November 4, and was sentenced later that month.

Driver in court on 14th DUI arrest (WKYC Cleveland)

2006-06-10T16:42:00.001-07:00

Driver in court on 14th DUI arrest (WKYC Cleveland)

9 Jun 2006 at 2:08pmDriver in court on 14th DUI arrest

Security guard arrested in DUI, hit-and-run crash (The Daily Review)

2006-06-10T16:42:00.000-07:00

Security guard arrested in DUI, hit-and-run crash (The Daily Review)
10 Jun 2006 at 3:08amUNION CITY ? A security guard who told police he had just gotten off work was arrested early Friday after a DUI crash in which police said he had a blood-alcohol level of more than twice the

Driving Under the Influence – First Offense

2006-06-05T14:55:00.000-07:00

Driving Under the Influence – First Offense

If you drive a vehicle and your blood alcohol level is .08 or greater – and it is the first time you have committed the offence or the first time, you could be found guilty of driving under the influence – first offense. Depending on the county you were arrested in, this offence could result in either no jail time or up to 10 days in jail.

Driving Under The Influence – First Offence

If you were recently arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, your body is likely under a tremendous amount of stress. You are probably very worried; you do not sleep well and may be ‘sick to your stomach’.

If this sounds like you, relax, take a deep breath and remember, “It is not the end of the world”. Unlike other criminal offences, a DUI conviction is not a crime of moral turpitude.

A crime of moral turpitude is one that would prevent you from obtaining employment or professional licensing. An example of a crime of moral turpitude would be a theft or forgery case, or any case where you were proven to have knowingly committed a criminal act. Driving under the influence cases do not fall under this category. With respect to employment, remember that if you are convicted of a DUI, you could, theoretically, still qualify for political offices or any other leadership position – remember, President Bush was convicted of a DUI.

Please do not misinterpret the above statements – We are not saying that a DUI case should be treated lightly or without respect. We simply want you assure you that you will make it through this period of time, and ultimately you will be okay.

The Law Offices of Stull & Stull has been involved in hundreds of DUI cases and we take the time to hold your hand and walk you through the process.

What Is Your First Step?

Your first step is to contact the Law Offices of Stull & Stull and make an appointment to discuss your case. We offer a no obligation free consultation to give you the background, knowledge and updated law on your DUI case. The consultation may take up to 30 minutes, but during that time, we will bring discuss your case and by the end of our meeting you will be able to make pro-active decisions on handling your case. However, more importantly we will help put your mind at ease from all the mental anguish and stress you are currently experiencing.

During the consultation, we will address the following:

1. Your driver’s license:

When you are charged with a DUI, the officer who arrests you will take your driver’s license and issue you a temporary one. This license is good for 30 days. At the end of this 30 day period, your license will be suspended for approximately 5 months. You are also issued a pink sheet of paper, when you try to read this pink sheet you may not understand it (as many lawyers do not understand the content on it) – however, upon close analysis, it explains that you may call the Department of Motor Vehicles within 10 days or receiving your DUI and request a hearing on your DUI. When this step is taken, the DMV will set a date for a DMV hearing. You are allowed access to a copy of your police report and to have your suspension stayed until the results of your DMV hearing have been finalized. This means you are allowed to keep your driver’s license longer and it gives you a chance to fight your license suspension.

This is where our law firm can assist you. When you call and / or meet with us, we will call the Department of Motor Vehicles for you, give them your driver’s license number and set up a DMV hearing. We are able to obtain your police reports before the hearing. This gives us an advantage while we are working on your case. Additionally, we can prepare a DMV defense, which gives us a chance to keep your license from being suspended. In any event, if you license does end up being suspended, we can have a plan for determining when your license will be suspended.

For example, we have represented a client who was a Chairman of one of the Rose Bowl Parades, who received a DUI in October. Because he absolutely needed his license through the first month of the year, we were able to negotiate a DMV hearing date, which allowed him to keep his license through the first month of the New Year. Our ability to control the time that his license was actually taken from him was critical to him, the parade and his livelihood.

2. Will I Lose My License? If So, For How Long?

Will you’re your driver’s license ultimately be suspended? We can’t tell at this point. The way we can determine this is by reviewing the actual police report from your arrest. However, at the Law Offices of Stull & Stull, we prepare your case for the best or worse outcome. In other words, we plan ahead for either possibility, prepare and hope for the best, but also have a plan in the rare case of the “worse” outcome.

If you do end up losing your license, but strategically control the DMV and courts to the extent available, you could, theoretically, end up being suspended for approximately 30 days. In this scenario, at the end of 30 days, you would be allowed to obtain a restricted license, which allows you to travel to and from work and to and from any court ordered rehabilitation programs or appointments.

The key is to coordinate the DMV suspension with your court case. It is a juggling act with the two agencies, but if executed properly, it can benefit you greatly in the long run.
The key to making this process work is timing. We must coordinate the DMV suspension close in proximity to resolving your case. The problem that can arise with this strategy is that sometimes the District Attorney’s office files your DUI case late and the DMV want to resolves your case earlier.

The Law Offices of Stull & Stull are very experienced in handling this issue and making sure that your license is not suspended any longer than it has to be.

3. Will I Have To Go To Court?

Many of our clients are very busy, overworked professionals or are afraid to go to the courthouse. Most of our clients also do not like to sit in a court room for 2-4 hours of their day and listen to the Judge call each case before he gets to their name. The good news is there is a provision in the Penal Code – Section 977(a), which allows your attorney to make all of your court appearances with your approval.

This means, ultimately, you may never have to appear in court. Our typical client never steps foot in the court room. We handle all of the court appearances and, if the case reaches the point where we enter a plea, we can send the plea by mail and you simply have to sign a few documents and have your signature notarized. Furthermore, we go to the alcohol liaison office and set up the appointment for the court ordered DUI school and the Mothers Against Drunk Drivers panels for you, so you do not have to wait in their offices.

Having an attorney represent and attend court on your behalf can save you many, many hours of anxiety, frustration and time. We are very experienced in the process, and we handle most misdemeanor cases for clients without them ever having to appear in court.

OUR OFFICE PHILOSOPHY

At the Law Offices of Stull & Stull, our approach is quite different from most other criminal defense attorneys. While we always strive to exonerate and vindicate our clients, we also remember at the same time that our clients do need personal help. This simply means that we attempt to find the root of the problem and find out why the crime occurred in the first place. We can then explore various options to assist our clients in resolving their personal problems, so the need for a criminal attorney does not arise under the same circumstances again.
For example, if your case involves drinking and driving, we will talk to you and find out more about your drinking habits. If we can determine a drinking problem, we have connections with some of the best counselors in California that can help you overcome such a problem. If, on the other hand, you are simply hanging out with the wrong crowd and carelessly partying, we can also advise you on better ways to manage your personal relationships and your friends.
Having practiced law with combined experience of over 30 years, we have seen many patterns among people who are charged with DUI. We encourage our clients to use the DUI arrest and the experience as an opportunity to start making better choices, which will lead to an overall better life.

We often speak to our clients and let them know that although a DUI charge may be “2 steps back” in your life, however if you learn from your experiences, it could cause you to take 10 steps forward. In other words, the reason that you were charged with DUI or have been involved in other criminal activities is generally a result of something disruptive that may have been going on in your life, with the final result ending in an arrest. We focus on the positive and try to make the most of this experience so end the result if a beneficial one to you.

DUI Arrest and Defense Questions

You likely have a number of questions relating to your arrest and defense. Some exampled of the questions or concerns you may have are:

If the officer never read me my Miranda rights, does the case get dismissed?

The officer made me perform the field sobriety test on a hill – is that fair?

I could not understand the instructions he gave me for the field sobriety test, does that matter?
The officer asked me to take a breath test that was the size of a box of cigarettes with a little straw in it – did I have to take that test?

Do I have defenses to this case?

You will have lots of questions regarding these issues and we have lots of questions to ask you regarding these issues in order to accurately answer your questions. The best way to handle your questions and concerns is to meet with us personally to go over each point of concern. We will answer your questions and give you a better feel of where you stand with your particular case.

What Is The Punishment For A Driving Under The Influence Case?
We have a “ punishment chart”, which sets out the statutory penalties the courts can impose for a DUI case. Remember, the courts do not have to follow the minimum sentence guidelines, and can sometimes be less or more severe (depending on your circumstances). The courts can also impose a combination of different penalties for one charge. However, the basic guidelines are set out in the chart.

What Is The Cost To Hire A Lawyer?

On a first time offense, the fees can vary. However, if this is a first offense, in which we can build a clear defense strategy, the fees are generally
$2,500-$7,500. However, based on certain circumstances, as well as the individual case, the fees can be less or more.

Additionally, there can be other legal costs, which can range from investigative costs (for example, if we need to send an investigator to interview witnesses, take photographs, create video re-enactments or perform various other investigative tasks) the costs will vary and will be billed to our client on a “dollar for dollar cost basis” (we do not “mark up” any of these fees – and will provide you with a copy of their billing to our firm, if requested).

Additionally, if required, our client may have to incur the cost of an expert witness – In the case of a DUI, this person will be someone who is an expert in calculating and analyzing blood alcohol content, alcohol and breath measurement machinery and field sobriety test procedures. These fees are usually a minimum of $200, and, depending on whether the expert’s testimony is required for court, the fees can run up to $1,500.

Not every case needs an investigation or expert witness involvement. However, we do have these services at our disposal if they are needed.

Why Should I Hire The Law Offices of Stull & Stull?

There are several reasons why you should hire our firm for your representation. The following is a list of considerations to review while making your decision:

We handle all of our own cases: If you hire our firm, you will have a principal or a partner of our firm handle your case. Adam R. Stull or Libbie Stull will negotiate on your behalf. Many firms have one principal or a highly experienced attorney who is the spokesperson for the firm. Unfortunately, when you go to court, you can end up with a different attorney, who may not have the same experience you desired or expected.

We are available to talk every day, and, as a client, you will have our cellular telephone numbers: Traditionally, one of the biggest complaints that people have with their attorneys, is that they are unable to speak with their attorney, or their attorney does not return their phone calls. At the Law Offices of Stull & Stull, we make communication our highest priority. We communicate constantly with our clients, and all of our clients have our cellular phone numbers and know how to contact us. We also have commitment of returning all of our client’s telephone calls the same day, or, if we are in trial, within 24 hoursIf you are feeling stress from your case, we encourage you to call us, so we can talk about your case and help you reduce your anxiety.
We care about our clients: At the Law Offices of Stull & Stull, we care about our clients. We put our client’s needs first, and counsel them on all aspects of their case. However, our ultimate goal is to give them the tools and knowledge to avoid future criminal activity. Most firms want repeat business from their clients. We are the opposite. We do not want our clients to be charged or arrested again. We want to give them the tools and insight to assist them so they never encounter similar problems again.

Experience: With over 30 years of combined legal experience, the Law Offices of Stull & Stull has handled nearly every kind of criminal matter, whether simple or complex. With a background as an Assistant District Attorney, as well as experience in working for the Supreme Court of the State of California, in addition both of us being judge pro tem we understand the entire criminal law justice system. Through education, experience, trial and error, we have learned the methods, secrets and techniques to achieve the best results for our clients.

Ex-Bear running back charged with DUI (Chicago Tribune)

2006-06-05T14:53:00.000-07:00

Ex-Bear running back charged with DUI (Chicago Tribune)

5 Jun 2006 at 11:24amFormer NFL running back Rabih Abdullah was arrested early Monday on charges that he had a gun and marijuana in his car.

Vols suspend QB Cooter after DUI arrest (Sports Illustrated)

2006-06-05T14:52:00.001-07:00

Vols suspend QB Cooter after DUI arrest (Sports Illustrated)

5 Jun 2006 at 1:28pmTennessee coach Phillip Fulmer suspended reserve quarterback Jim Bob Cooter indefinitely Monday for violating team rules after campus police arrested him for drunken driving.

Abdullah charged with DUI (Fox Sports)

2006-06-05T14:52:00.000-07:00

Abdullah charged with DUI (Fox Sports)

5 Jun 2006 at 1:43pmFormer NFL running back Rabih Abdullah was arrested early Monday on charges that he had a gun and marijuana in his car. The 31-year-old former player for Tampa Bay, Chicago and New England was charged with driving under the influence, carrying a concealed firearm and possessing marijuana. He remained jailed on $3,000 bond. Police said they noticed Abdullah driving erratically. He failed a field

City hopes to continue its DUI program (Fairbanks Daily News-Miner)

2006-06-05T14:51:00.001-07:00

City hopes to continue its DUI program (Fairbanks Daily News-Miner)

5 Jun 2006 at 4:18amWith police officers arresting hundreds of drivers in Fairbanks every year for driving under the influence of alcohol, the city has decided to apply for grants to continue its DUI enforcement program.

Ex-Bucs player arrested on DUI charge (Florida Today)

2006-06-05T14:51:00.000-07:00

Ex-Bucs player arrested on DUI charge (Florida Today)

5 Jun 2006 at 5:32amTAMPA, Fla. --- Police arrested former Tampa Bay Buccaneer running back Rabih Abdullah on Sunday night as he appeared to be driving erratically on a Tampa street. After a field sobriety test, officers arrested him on a DUI charge. A search of his 2004 BMW revealed a loaded .45 caliber semi-automatic handgun, a set of brass knuckles, and a small amount of marijuana. Abdullah was taken to

Former NFL Running Back Charged With DUI, Marijuana Possession (WFTV 9 Orlando)

2006-06-05T14:50:00.001-07:00

Former NFL Running Back Charged With DUI, Marijuana Possession (WFTV 9 Orlando)

5 Jun 2006 at 9:39amTAMPA, Fla. -- A former NFL running back is being held in a Tampa jail on charges of marijuana possession, DUI and carrying a concealed firearm. Rabih Abdullah was arrested Monday morning after police noticed him driving erratically and then found a gun and marijuana in his car.

Bengals Receiver Arrested On DUI Charge (Channel Cincinnati)

2006-06-05T14:50:00.000-07:00

Bengals Receiver Arrested On DUI Charge (Channel Cincinnati)
5 Jun 2006 at 10:24amState troopers said Chris Henry was pulled over for speeding on Interstate 275 near Milford early Saturday morning and was charged with DUI.

DUI Charges - 6/5/06 (phillyburbs.com)

2006-06-05T14:49:00.001-07:00

DUI Charges - 6/5/06 (phillyburbs.com)

5 Jun 2006 at 5:07am* Joyce Skudris, 55, of Franklyn Drive, Buckingham, was arrested for DUI on May 26 after she drove into a streetlight on Main Street shortly before midnight, police said.

Former Bucs RB charged with DUI in Tampa (Bay News 9 Tampa Bay)

2006-06-05T14:49:00.000-07:00

Former Bucs RB charged with DUI in Tampa (Bay News 9 Tampa Bay)
5 Jun 2006 at 11:18amFormer Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rabih Abdullah is being held in a Tampa jail on charges of marijuana possession, DUI and carrying a concealed firearm.

Former Buccaneer Out on Bond After DUI Arrest (First Coast News)

2006-06-05T14:48:00.000-07:00

Former Buccaneer Out on Bond After DUI Arrest (First Coast News)

5 Jun 2006 at 12:05pmTAMPA, FL -- Tampa Police arrested former Buccaneer Rabih Abdullah overnight when they saw him weaving in the 6000 block of Armenia Avenue. After a field sobriety test, officers arrested Abdullah for DUI.

Alternatives to Jail Time

2006-06-01T14:41:00.000-07:00

Alternatives to Jail Time
When a defendant is sentenced to jail there are many alternatives to jail time. If there are mitigating factors (“mitigating factors” are things that you can do or situations that exist that can sometimes lessen the severity of the sentencing, which the courts can take into consideration when sentencing – they can include things such as taking some level of alcohol education or rehabilitation classes, parents taking steps toward being involved in ensuring the offence is not committed again, and other things of a similar nature). If the court is willing to consider the mitigating factors, it will try to work with the defendant to find other acceptable alternatives to jail time for a defendant so they do not end up having to serve actual time in custody.

Holiday task force nets 50 Tempe DUI arrests (The Arizona Republic)

2006-06-01T14:39:00.000-07:00

Holiday task force nets 50 Tempe DUI arrests (The Arizona Republic)
30 May 2006 at 9:32pmTempe police crashed the party over the holiday weekend looking for drinkers who got behind the wheel, and they say those arrested had an average blood alcohol level nearing extreme DUI.

Holiday task force nets 50 Tempe DUI arrests (The Arizona Republic)

2006-06-01T14:38:00.002-07:00

DUI task force arrests 260 (Arizona Daily Star)

2006-06-01T14:38:00.001-07:00

DUI task force arrests 260 (Arizona Daily Star)
31 May 2006 at 3:21amMore than 260 DUI arrests were made this month when the Southern Arizona DUI Task Force went out over nine days.

Ice Cream Truck Driver Nabbed for DUI (WFSB 3)

2006-06-01T14:38:00.000-07:00

Ice Cream Truck Driver Nabbed for DUI (WFSB 3)

31 May 2006 at 5:16amMILFORD -- A ice cream truck driver in Milford has been arrested and charged with DUI. Susan Bottacari, 44, was arrested after officers say they she was driving erratically along Broad Street Sunday night.

Driver May Face DUI Charge After Wreck (KCRA TheKCRAChannel.com via Yahoo! News)

2006-06-01T14:37:00.001-07:00

Driver May Face DUI Charge After Wreck (KCRA TheKCRAChannel.com via Yahoo! News)
1 Jun 2006 at 7:21amA motorist in Citrus Heights who may have been driving under the influence could face some serious charges after a vehicle wreck early Thursday morning, authorities said.

Five DUI arrests made over weekend (Argus Courier)

2006-06-01T14:37:00.000-07:00

Five DUI arrests made over weekend (Argus Courier)
31 May 2006 at 10:40amFive DUI suspects, an unlicensed driver, a person in possession of a switchblade and someone suspected of being drunk in public were arrested in Petaluma during the Mem-orial Day weekend, the Sonoma County Law Enforcement Chiefs' Association reported.

Soggy Excuses Whoever invented DUI laws must?ve been wearing beer goggles (Me...

2006-06-01T14:36:00.001-07:00

Soggy Excuses Whoever invented DUI laws must?ve been wearing beer goggles (Me...

31 May 2006 at 1:41pmI really don?t like the DUI laws. Seriously. I have trouble thinking of a more misguided piece of legislation. Oh, I know and understand the theory and supposed intent, but it doesn?t stand up to logical analysis. Yeah, I know, you think I?ve lost my liberal mind. I?ll try to clear this up.

DUI checkpoint deemed successful (Siskiyou Daily News)

2006-06-01T14:36:00.000-07:00

DUI checkpoint deemed successful (Siskiyou Daily News)
31 May 2006 at 5:16pmYREKA ? A multi-agency DUI checkpoint set up on South Main Saturday, netted one drunk driver n who was in the other lane. Overall, the checkpoint was a major success, agreed the officers involved.

DUI Arrests Down Over Memorial Day Weekend This Year (KTVU 2 San Francisco)

2006-06-01T14:35:00.002-07:00

DUI Arrests Down Over Memorial Day Weekend This Year (KTVU 2 San Francisco)
31 May 2006 at 5:05pmOAKLAND -- Across the nine Bay Area counties arrests for driving under the influence and DUI-related deaths this Memorial Day weekend were down from last year, California Highway Patrol Sgt. Les Bishop said Tuesday.

DUI Suspect Bids Son Goodbye (The Ledger)

2006-06-01T14:35:00.001-07:00

DUI Suspect Bids Son Goodbye (The Ledger)

1 Jun 2006 at 3:14amLAKELAND -- Kenneth Stewart of Lakeland, who is being held in the Hillsborough County jail on charges of DUI manslaughter, was able at a special viewing arranged for him Tuesday night to say goodbye to his 4-year-old son who drowned in a friend's pool May 21.

Sheriff Unveils New DUI Mobile Command Post (News 8 San Diego)

2006-06-01T14:35:00.000-07:00

Sheriff Unveils New DUI Mobile Command Post (News 8 San Diego)

1 Jun 2006 at 1:17pmThere's another step in the fight against drunk drivers in San Diego. Law enforcement officials joined members of Mothers Against Drunk Driving Thursday to unveil a mobile DUI command unit.

Driving Under the Influence – Wet & Reckless

2006-05-30T10:57:00.001-07:00

Driving Under the Influence – Wet & Reckless
Sometimes, when sufficient evidence does not exist to find you guilty of driving under the influence - first offence the prosecutor will sometimes offer you a plea to driving under the influence – wet& reckless. If you are convicted of wet& reckless, typically you will not be required to do jail time; however you will need to complete a minimum 12 hour alcohol school.

A wet and reckless is a charge of Vehicle Code Section 23103.5. You cannot be charged with a wet a reckless, however, District attorneys are allowed to reduce your case from a DUI to a wet and reckless.

Some of the advantages of this reduction are:

The alcohol school is much shorter in duration.
The fines are about half the amount of a DUI fine.
It may benefit you in terms of insurance rates.
Depending on your job, it may be beneficial to maintaining your employment status.

At the Law Offices of Stull & Stull, we are very familiar with the requirements to obtain a wet and reckless in a DUI case, and we will seek the reduction for our clients if the law and facts surrounding the case justify the request.

Please contact the Law Offices of Stull & Stull today to discuss your DUI and the possibility of reducing the charge to a wet and reckless. We will educate you and plan a defense strategy. Remember, the initial consultation is free.

Please email me at : info@orangecountycriminaldefenselaw.com on any criminal matter or call us at: 877-815-7421.

Accused hit-and-run driver charged with DUI (The News-Press)

2006-05-30T10:57:00.000-07:00

Accused hit-and-run driver charged with DUI (The News-Press)
30 May 2006 at 8:08amA Cape Coral woman continues to fight for her life this morning, two days after she was struck by an alleged drunk driver who fled after the collision, authorities said. And the driver was driving on a revoked license.

DUI lawyers try new tactics (Charleston Daily Mail)

2006-05-30T10:56:00.001-07:00

DUI lawyers try new tactics (Charleston Daily Mail)
30 May 2006 at 7:19amDrunken driving suspects used to be able to plead no contest to charges in criminal court and then battle the state Division of Motor Vehicles to keep their driver's licenses and, ultimately, their jobs.

Waterbury man faces DUI charge (The Barre Montpelier Times Argus)

2006-05-30T10:56:00.000-07:00

Waterbury man faces DUI charge (The Barre Montpelier Times Argus)
29 May 2006 at 12:06amWATERBURY -- A Waterbury man was charged with Driving Under the Influence after police stopped him in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 20, Kelly Brooks, 24, was stopped for driving a motor vehicle with the lights off and Waterbury police determined that Brooks was impaired and booked him at the Montpelier Police Department for DUI. He was cited into Vermont District Court in Barre on June

DUI Arrests Up, Traffic Deaths Down During Holiday Weekend (NBC 11 Bay Area)

2006-05-30T10:55:00.002-07:00

DUI Arrests Up, Traffic Deaths Down During Holiday Weekend (NBC 11 Bay Area)
29 May 2006 at 10:49amDUI arrests are up and traffic deaths are down in California Highway Patrol jurisdictions for the Memorial Day weekend, according to a preliminary report released by the California Highway Patrol.

Bay Area Holiday Weekend DUI Arrests Up (CBS 5 Bay Area)

2006-05-30T10:55:00.001-07:00

Bay Area Holiday Weekend DUI Arrests Up (CBS 5 Bay Area)

29 May 2006 at 1:07pmThe California Highway Patrol is reporting fewer traffic deaths and more DUI arrests during the Memorial Day weekend compared to last year.

DUI DEATHS ON RISE (San Jose Mercury News)

2006-05-30T10:55:00.000-07:00

DUI DEATHS ON RISE (San Jose Mercury News)

29 May 2006 at 7:49amDrunken driving deaths have increased every year since 1998 in California, reaching a high of 1,462 in 2004. DUI collisions have also climbed, going from 45,515 six years ago to 50,491 in 2004.

DUI Checkpoint (KOLO)

2006-05-30T10:54:00.002-07:00

DUI Checkpoint (KOLO)
29 May 2006 at 5:10pmThe Reno Police Department conducted a DUI and Seat-belt checkpoint on Sunday at 4th and Park Street. Almost 2,000 vehicles passed through the checkpoint from 4 pm to 10:30 PM.

DUI tragedy strikes local family twice (KVBC Las Vegas)

2006-05-30T10:54:00.001-07:00

DUI tragedy strikes local family twice (KVBC Las Vegas)

30 May 2006 at 2:42amHoliday weekends bring out celebrations with family and friends. Sometimes those celebrations include alcohol. So far this year there have been 16 deaths as a result of drinking and driving. The sisters were about to introduce you have been a part of this year's DUI statistics not once, but twice.

DUI Task Force Nets 65 Arrests (KPHO Phoenix)

2006-05-30T10:54:00.000-07:00

DUI Task Force Nets 65 Arrests (KPHO Phoenix)
30 May 2006 at 10:04amMESA, Ariz. (AP) -- We're only two days into the Memorial Day weekend, and a DUI task force has made 65 arrests so far. The Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Scottsdale and Tempe police departments have continued a more than 20-year tradition with this weekend's task force.

Officers arrest nearly 300 in DUI crackdown (The Arizona Republic)

2006-05-30T10:53:00.000-07:00

Officers arrest nearly 300 in DUI crackdown (The Arizona Republic)

30 May 2006 at 12:35amOfficers arrested nearly 300 people statewide during a holiday weekend DUI task force, according to figures released early Monday.

Driving Under the Influence – Third Offence

2006-05-27T10:58:00.000-07:00

Driving Under the Influence – Third Offence
If you are caught driving under the influence – third offense, there is a mandatory minimum of a 120 day jail sentence. In addition, if you are charged driving under the influence – third offense you will be required to complete an 18 month alcohol school.

If you have received your third DUI within 10 years, you have a very serious case.
The minimum jail time in a 3 rd DUI is 120 days. Typically, the District Attorney’s office asks for a minimum of 150-180 days. Sometimes 3 rd time DUI’s carry as much as 270 days.
The issues involved in a 3 rd time DUI are basically the same as in a 1 st or 2 nd time DUI, except the consequences are far more serious.

The critical issue in a 3 rd time DUI is the actual jail time that will be imposed. If you receive a 3 rd time DUI, you obviously have an alcohol problem, and we encourage our clients to complete any court ordered jail time in an approved alcohol facility. The advantage of this is that you can go to the alcohol school or facility and live there while trying to rehabilitate yourself without actually going to a county jail. The advantage of this is two fold; you will help yourself become rehabilitated, but without the worries and uncertainties that can accompany spending time in a county jail facility, and you will receive jail time credit served for each day you spend in the program. If however, you fail to adequately complete the program for any reason, most courts will require that you complete all of your jail time in a county jail facility, without receiving any credit for any time spent in the rehabilitation center.

Please call our offices today so we can discuss your case, educate you and plan a defense strategy. Remember, our first consultation is free.

DUI Patrols To Increase For Memorial Day (KDKA Pittsburgh)

2006-05-27T10:57:00.001-07:00

DUI Patrols To Increase For Memorial Day (KDKA Pittsburgh)

26 May 2006 at 6:47amThis weekend kicks off the summer vacation season. Because of the holiday, police are increasing DUI patrols with checkpoints and roving patrols.

DUI Checkpoints (WAAY 31)

2006-05-27T10:57:00.000-07:00

DUI Checkpoints (WAAY 31)

26 May 2006 at 3:55pmThe Huntsville Police Department is preparing to make sure your Memorial Day weekend is a safe one. Officers will have DUI checkpoints set up from 11:00PM until 3:30AM Friday night through Monday night. Here are just a few of the places where you're sure to find them: Whitesburg Drive and Drake Avenue. Whitesburg Drive and Teakwood Drive. South Memorial Parkway and Hobbs Island Road. Wall Triana

Countys DUI Task Force given MADD Law Enforcement Award (The Maui News)

2006-05-27T10:56:00.002-07:00

Countys DUI Task Force given MADD Law Enforcement Award (The Maui News)
26 May 2006 at 3:55pmHONOLULU ? Even with two positions vacant, officers in the Maui police DUI Task Force made nearly half of the 883 impaired driving arrests in Maui County last year.

DUI checkpoints in Santa Barbara County (KSBY-TV)

2006-05-27T10:56:00.001-07:00

DUI checkpoints in Santa Barbara County (KSBY-TV)

26 May 2006 at 6:16pmA new program to stop drunk driving in Santa Barbara County was launched today, just in time for Memorial Day Weekend. Motorists should expect DUI checkpoints all over the county this weekend. All twelve law enforcement agencies in the county are working together to crack down on drunk driving.

Mother of Suns star gets 3 years for DUI (The Arizona Republic)

2006-05-27T10:56:00.000-07:00

Mother of Suns star gets 3 years for DUI (The Arizona Republic)
26 May 2006 at 11:18amThe mother of Suns star Amaré Stoudemire was sentenced Friday to three years in prison after pleading guilty to aggravated DUI.

CSP to conduct DUI checkpoints (Journal-Advocate)

2006-05-27T10:55:00.002-07:00

CSP to conduct DUI checkpoints (Journal-Advocate)

27 May 2006 at 9:18amSTERLING - Every weekend from May 26 through Labor Day, the Colorado State Patrol will be in full force with DUI checkpoints in key spots all over the state, the Colorado Department of Transportation said.

DUI arrests on O'ahu match six-year high (Honolulu Advertiser)

2006-05-27T10:55:00.001-07:00

DUI arrests on O'ahu match six-year high (Honolulu Advertiser)
27 May 2006 at 5:04amThe pace of DUI arrests on O'ahu this year has not slowed from last year's six-year high ? a worrisome sign to police and state officials on the eve of Memorial Day weekend, the traditional start of the summer party season.

Stoudemire's mother gets 3-year prison term for DUI (The Arizona Republic)

2006-05-27T10:55:00.000-07:00

Stoudemire's mother gets 3-year prison term for DUI (The Arizona Republic)
27 May 2006 at 2:19amAmare Stoudemire's mother was sentenced Friday to three years in jail for aggravated DUI.

Driving Under the Influence – Second Offense

2006-05-26T17:01:00.001-07:00

Driving Under the Influence – Second Offense

If you have previously been arrested of driving under the influence in the past 10 years and you are caught a second time, you could be found guilty of driving under the influence – second offense.

If you have received a second DUI, you need to hire an attorney immediately. There are several issues that you will need to discuss without delay. Some of these issues are:

Bail: On a second time DUI, the court could ask that you post a bail. This may mean that the Judge may set bail at 10,000, which would mean you would likely have to have a bail bondsman ready to post the $1,000 bail or put up $10,000 in cash. However, in many cases, our office is able to get our clients released on their own recognizance, which means they are not required to post any bail, provided that they complete a number of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Meetings during the week. Attending these few AA meetings can sometimes save a client several thousand dollars in posting bail.

You must immediately request a DMV hearing and contest the suspension of your driver’s license. Remember, being convicted of a second DUI can cause your license to be suspended for 1 year.

You must make arrangements for a driver, because if your license does get suspended on a second DUI and you decide to drive without a license, and get caught driving under a suspended license, the District Attorney’s office will seek jail time.

You need to prepare to serve some jail time commitment. The law requires that you complete at least 96 hours minimum consecutive jail time. In other words, you may need to complete a minimum of 4 days in jail. If you have one prior DUI, most counties in California start out at a minimum of 30 days jail time. Sometimes these offers can reach 60-90 days.

Call the Law Offices of Stull & Stull today to make an appointment so we can advise you regarding the issue of jail. You need to be fully informed of all the consequences that are associated with a jail sentence.

On occasion and in some situations, in lieu of jail time, we are able to negotiate our clients into home electronic confinement. This happens in only a small percentage of cases. When you speak and meet with us, and we can assess the facts of your case, we can let you know whether you are a likely candidate for this program.

There is also a possibility that we may be able to negotiate CalTrans work in lieu of actual jail time. Some courts allow this and some do not.

Another possibility we explore is whether you can qualify to have your jail time confined to weekends only. In this case, if you have a job, you would still be able to work 5 days per week, and report to jail for the weekends.

Private Jail: Our firm has special relationships with a number of private jail facilities. In short, you are allowed to complete your jail commitment in a private jail, but are also allowed to be released early in the morning – attend work, and return to spend the evening in jail in order to complete your custody time. Again, this option is available in some cases, but not all will qualify.
In any event, a second time DUI is a very serious matter and requires immediate attention. Please call our office today so we can contact the DMV immediately in order to enter a stay on your license suspension, as well as meet with you to discuss the issues, facts and defence strategy for your case.

Time is of the essence. We may need to obtain discovery from the District Attorney’s office in order to get all the records, logs and police reports in your case. We may also need to conduct an individual investigation on the crime scene or file motions to suppress evidence on your behalf.
Call the Law Offices of Stull & Stull today to make an appointment so we can advise you regarding the issue of jail. You need to be fully informed of all the consequences that are associated with a jail sentence.

Boater pleads guilty to DUI manslaughter (The Palm Beach Post)

2006-05-26T17:01:00.000-07:00

Boater pleads guilty to DUI manslaughter (The Palm Beach Post)

25 May 2006 at 4:14pmTimothy Perez denies he was at the wheel of his boat nearly four years ago when it struck another vessel, killing a Lake Worth man. But on Thursday Perez, 44, pleaded guilty to DUI manslaughter, a second felony and a misdemeanor in the accident that claimed the life of Douglas Caramagna, 32, in August 2002.

Two men charged with felony DUI (Mobile Register)

2006-05-26T17:00:00.002-07:00

Two men charged with felony DUI (Mobile Register)

26 May 2006 at 2:45amTwo men were arrested on warrants Wednesday and charged with felony DUI, the second felony DUI charge for one of them. Mobile County Sheriff's Office deputies arrested Roy Neil Neilsen, 59, of Coden and Donnie R. McCaskill, 34, of Bay Minette, the Mobile Metro Jail log showed.

Stoudemire's mom sentenced to jail for DUI (Sports Illustrated)

2006-05-26T17:00:00.001-07:00

Stoudemire's mom sentenced to jail for DUI (Sports Illustrated)

26 May 2006 at 1:21pmPHOENIX (AP) -- The mother of Phoenix Suns star Amare Stoudemire was sentenced Friday to three years in prison in a drunken driving case.

John Michael Montgomery DUI Charges (WBKO-TV Bowling Green)

2006-05-26T17:00:00.000-07:00

John Michael Montgomery DUI Charges (WBKO-TV Bowling Green)
26 May 2006 at 5:29amA Fayette County prosecutor says he'll go forward with drunk driving charges against country singer John Michael Montgomery. The prosecutor had sought a delay in the trial but now says the DUI and other two charges against Montgomery could go to trial.

DUI Patrols To Increase For Memorial Day (KDKA Pittsburgh)

2006-05-26T16:59:00.002-07:00

DUI Patrols To Increase For Memorial Day (KDKA Pittsburgh)
26 May 2006 at 6:47amThis weekend kicks off the summer vacation season. Because of the holiday, police are increasing DUI patrols with checkpoints and roving patrols.

DUI Checkpoints (WAAY 31)

2006-05-26T16:59:00.001-07:00

DUI Checkpoints (WAAY 31)
26 May 2006 at 3:55pmThe Huntsville Police Department is preparing to make sure your Memorial Day weekend is a safe one. Officers will have DUI checkpoints set up from 11:00PM until 3:30AM Friday night through Monday night. Here are just a few of the places where you're sure to find them: Whitesburg Drive and Drake Avenue. Whitesburg Drive and Teakwood Drive. South Memorial Parkway and Hobbs Island Road. Wall Triana

Countys DUI Task Force given MADD Law Enforcement Award (The Maui News)

2006-05-26T16:59:00.000-07:00

Countys DUI Task Force given MADD Law Enforcement Award (The Maui News)

26 May 2006 at 3:55pmHONOLULU ? Even with two positions vacant, officers in the Maui police DUI Task Force made nearly half of the 883 impaired driving arrests in Maui County last year.

Mother of Suns star gets 3 years for DUI (The Arizona Republic)

2006-05-26T16:58:00.000-07:00

Mother of Suns star gets 3 years for DUI (The Arizona Republic)

26 May 2006 at 11:18amThe mother of Suns star Amaré Stoudemire was sentenced Friday to three years in prison after pleading guilty to aggravated DUI.

Driving Under the Influence – First Offense

2006-05-24T20:24:00.000-07:00

Driving Under the Influence – First Offense

If you were recently arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, your body is likely under a tremendous amount of stress. You are probably very worried; you do not sleep well and may be ‘sick to your stomach’.

If this sounds like you, relax, take a deep breath and remember, “It is not the end of the world”. Unlike other criminal offences, a DUI conviction is not a crime of moral turpitude.

A crime of moral turpitude is one that would prevent you from obtaining employment or professional licensing. An example of a crime of moral turpitude would be a theft or forgery case, or any case where you were proven to have knowingly committed a criminal act. Driving under the influence cases do not fall under this category. With respect to employment, remember that if you are convicted of a DUI, you could, theoretically, still qualify for political offices or any other leadership position – remember, President Bush was convicted of a DUI.

Please do not misinterpret the above statements – We are not saying that a DUI case should be treated lightly or without respect. We simply want you assure you that you will make it through this period of time, and ultimately you will be okay.

The Law Offices of Stull & Stull has been involved in hundreds of DUI cases and we take the time to hold your hand and walk you through the process.

What Is Your First Step?

Your first step is to contact the Law Offices of Stull & Stull and make an appointment to discuss your case. We offer a no obligation free consultation to give you the background, knowledge and updated law on your DUI case. The consultation may take up to 30 minutes, but during that time, we will bring discuss your case and by the end of our meeting you will be able to make pro-active decisions on handling your case. However, more importantly we will help put your mind at ease from all the mental anguish and stress you are currently experiencing.

During the consultation, we will address the following:

1. Your driver’s license:

When you are charged with a DUI, the officer who arrests you will take your driver’s license and issue you a temporary one. This license is good for 30 days. At the end of this 30 day period, your license will be suspended for approximately 5 months. You are also issued a pink sheet of paper, when you try to read this pink sheet you may not understand it (as many lawyers do not understand the content on it) – however, upon close analysis, it explains that you may call the Department of Motor Vehicles within 10 days or receiving your DUI and request a hearing on your DUI. When this step is taken, the DMV will set a date for a DMV hearing. You are allowed access to a copy of your police report and to have your suspension stayed until the results of your DMV hearing have been finalized. This means you are allowed to keep your driver’s license longer and it gives you a chance to fight your license suspension.

This is where our law firm can assist you. When you call and / or meet with us, we will call the Department of Motor Vehicles for you, give them your driver’s license number and set up a DMV hearing. We are able to obtain your police reports before the hearing. This gives us an advantage while we are working on your case. Additionally, we can prepare a DMV defense, which gives us a chance to keep your license from being suspended. In any event, if you license does end up being suspended, we can have a plan for determining when your license will be suspended.

For example, we have represented a client who was a Chairman of one of the Rose Bowl Parades, who received a DUI in October. Because he absolutely needed his license through the first month of the year, we were able to negotiate a DMV hearing date, which allowed him to keep his license through the first month of the New Year. Our ability to control the time that his license was actually taken from him was critical to him, the parade and his livelihood.
2. Will I Lose My License? If So, For How Long?

Will you’re your driver’s license ultimately be suspended? We can’t tell at this point. The way we can determine this is by reviewing the actual police report from your arrest. However, at the Law Offices of Stull & Stull, we prepare your case for the best or worse outcome. In other words, we plan ahead for either possibility, prepare and hope for the best, but also have a plan in the rare case of the “worse” outcome.

If you do end up losing your license, but strategically control the DMV and courts to the extent available, you could, theoretically, end up being suspended for approximately 30 days. In this scenario, at the end of 30 days, you would be allowed to obtain a restricted license, which allows you to travel to and from work and to and from any court ordered rehabilitation programs or appointments.

The key is to coordinate the DMV suspension with your court case. It is a juggling act with the two agencies, but if executed properly, it can benefit you greatly in the long run.

The key to making this process work is timing. We must coordinate the DMV suspension close in proximity to resolving your case. The problem that can arise with this strategy is that sometimes the District Attorney’s office files your DUI case late and the DMV want to resolves your case earlier.

The Law Offices of Stull & Stull are very experienced in handling this issue and making sure that your license is not suspended any longer than it has to be.

3. Will I Have To Go To Court?

Many of our clients are very busy, overworked professionals or are afraid to go to the courthouse. Most of our clients also do not like to sit in a court room for 2-4 hours of their day and listen to the Judge call each case before he gets to their name. The good news is there is a provision in the Penal Code – Section 977(a), which allows your attorney to make all of your court appearances with your approval.

This means, ultimately, you may never have to appear in court. Our typical client never steps foot in the court room. We handle all of the court appearances and, if the case reaches the point where we enter a plea, we can send the plea by mail and you simply have to sign a few documents and have your signature notarized. Furthermore, we go to the alcohol liaison office and set up the appointment for the court ordered DUI school and the Mothers Against Drunk Drivers panels for you, so you do not have to wait in their offices.

Having an attorney represent and attend court on your behalf can save you many, many hours of anxiety, frustration and time. We are very experienced in the process, and we handle most misdemeanor cases for clients without them ever having to appear in court.

OUR OFFICE PHILOSOPHY

At the Law Offices of Stull & Stull, our approach is quite different from most other criminal defense attorneys. While we always strive to exonerate and vindicate our clients, we also remember at the same time that our clients do need personal help. This simply means that we attempt to find the root of the problem and find out why the crime occurred in the first place. We can then explore various options to assist our clients in resolving their personal problems, so the need for a criminal attorney does not arise under the same circumstances again.

For example, if your case involves drinking and driving, we will talk to you and find out more about your drinking habits. If we can determine a drinking problem, we have connections with some of the best counselors in California that can help you overcome such a problem. If, on the other hand, you are simply hanging out with the wrong crowd and carelessly partying, we can also advise you on better ways to manage your personal relationships and your friends.

Having practiced law with combined experience of over 30 years, we have seen many patterns among people who are charged with DUI. We encourage our clients to use the DUI arrest and the experience as an opportunity to start making better choices, which will lead to an overall better life.

We often speak to our clients and let them know that although a DUI charge may be “2 steps back” in your life, however if you learn from your experiences, it could cause you to take 10 steps forward. In other words, the reason that you were charged with DUI or have been involved in other criminal activities is generally a result of something disruptive that may have been going on in your life, with the final result ending in an arrest. We focus on the positive and try to make the most of this experience so end the result if a beneficial one to you.

DUI Arrest and Defense Questions

You likely have a number of questions relating to your arrest and defense. Some exampled of the questions or concerns you may have are:

If the officer never read me my Miranda rights, does the case get dismissed?

The officer made me perform the field sobriety test on a hill – is that fair?

I could not understand the instructions he gave me for the field sobriety test, does that matter?

The officer asked me to take a breath test that was the size of a box of cigarettes with a little straw in it – did I have to take that test?

Do I have defenses to this case?

You will have lots of questions regarding these issues and we have lots of questions to ask you regarding these issues in order to accurately answer your questions. The best way to handle your questions and concerns is to meet with us personally to go over each point of concern. We will answer your questions and give you a better feel of where you stand with your particular case.

What Is The Punishment For A Driving Under The Influence Case?

We have a “ punishment chart”, which sets out the statutory penalties the courts can impose for a DUI case. Remember, the courts do not have to follow the minimum sentence guidelines, and can sometimes be less or more severe (depending on your circumstances). The courts can also impose a combination of different penalties for one charge. However, the basic guidelines are set out in the chart.

What Is The Cost To Hire A Lawyer?

On a first time offense, the fees can vary. However, if this is a first offense, in which we can build a clear defense strategy, the fees are generally $2,500-$7,500. However, based on certain circumstances, as well as the individual case, the fees can be less or more.

Additionally, there can be other legal costs, which can range from investigative costs (for example, if we need to send an investigator to interview witnesses, take photographs, create video re-enactments or perform various other investigative tasks) the costs will vary and will be billed to our client on a “dollar for dollar cost basis” (we do not “mark up” any of these fees – and will provide you with a copy of their billing to our firm, if requested).

Additionally, if required, our client may have to incur the cost of an expert witness – In the case of a DUI, this person will be someone who is an expert in calculating and analyzing blood alcohol content, alcohol and breath measurement machinery and field sobriety test procedures. These fees are usually a minimum of $200, and, depending on whether the expert’s testimony is required for court, the fees can run up to $1,500.

Not every case needs an investigation or expert witness involvement. However, we do have these services at our disposal if they are needed.

Why Should I Hire The Law Offices of Stull & Stull?

There are several reasons why you should hire our firm for your representation. The following is a list of considerations to review while making your decision:

We handle all of our own cases: If you hire our firm, you will have a principal or a partner of our firm handle your case. Adam R. Stull or Libbie Stull will negotiate on your behalf. Many firms have one principal or a highly experienced attorney who is the spokesperson for the firm. Unfortunately, when you go to court, you can end up with a different attorney, who may not have the same experience you desired or expected.

We are available to talk every day, and, as a client, you will have our cellular telephone numbers: Traditionally, one of the biggest complaints that people have with their attorneys, is that they are unable to speak with their attorney, or their attorney does not return their phone calls. At the Law Offices of Stull & Stull, we make communication our highest priority. We communicate constantly with our clients, and all of our clients have our cellular phone numbers and know how to contact us. We also have commitment of returning all of our client’s telephone calls the same day, or, if we are in trial, within 24 hoursIf you are feeling stress from your case, we encourage you to call us, so we can talk about your case and help you reduce your anxiety.
We care about our clients: At the Law Offices of Stull & Stull, we care about our clients. We put our client’s needs first, and counsel them on all aspects of their case. However, our ultimate goal is to give them the tools and knowledge to avoid future criminal activity. Most firms want repeat business from their clients. We are the opposite. We do not want our clients to be charged or arrested again. We want to give them the tools and insight to assist them so they never encounter similar problems again.

Experience: With over 30 years of combined legal experience, the Law Offices of Stull & Stull has handled nearly every kind of criminal matter, whether simple or complex. With a background as an Assistant District Attorney, as well as experience in working for the Supreme Court of the State of California, in addition both of us being judge pro tem we understand the entire criminal law justice system.

Clarendon County accident kills passenger (WIS-TV Columbia)

2006-05-24T20:23:00.001-07:00

Clarendon County accident kills passenger (WIS-TV Columbia)
24 May 2006 at 8:03pm(Clarendon) May 21, 2006 - One man is dead and another man is charged with felony DUI after an accident in Clarendon County early Sunday morning. The accident happened around 1:00am on Wash Davis Road south of Summerton.

2006 Preview: Ohio Bobcats (Fox Sports)

2006-05-24T20:23:00.000-07:00

2006 Preview: Ohio Bobcats (Fox Sports)
24 May 2006 at 11:27amOhio was looking to get on the national map when it hired Frank Solich to be the head coach, and for good and bad, it worked. Solich got a public DUI, but also orchestrated a public upset of Pittsburgh. 119 teams in 119 days continues.

Mother gets her 3rd DUI, with kids in the car (Kosciusko Star-Herald)

2006-05-24T20:22:00.003-07:00

Mother gets her 3rd DUI, with kids in the car (Kosciusko Star-Herald)
24 May 2006 at 8:46amA Kosciusko woman was arrested for drinking and driving for the third time - with her children in the car.

News: Board of Public Safety suspends South Bend firefighter for DUI (WNDU 16)

2006-05-24T20:22:00.002-07:00

News: Board of Public Safety suspends South Bend firefighter for DUI (WNDU 16)

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DUI arrests fluctuate in Elk River; some cases are memorable (Elk River Star ...

2006-05-24T20:22:00.001-07:00

DUI arrests fluctuate in Elk River; some cases are memorable (Elk River Star ...
23 May 2006 at 12:35pmElk River Police Chief Jeff Beahen vividly remembers the DUI arrest years ago involving a driver in a snow-filled median on Highway 10. Beahen and a state trooper walked up to the stopped car, only to find the man with both of his hands on the wheel, ?driving.?

Roane County: Judges separating out DUI cases to ease crowding (Roane County ...

2006-05-24T20:22:00.000-07:00

Roane County: Judges separating out DUI cases to ease crowding (Roane County ...
24 May 2006 at 3:10amThe county's general sessions judges are getting creative to relieve the courtroom traffic jam at the courthouse on Mondays. By separating DUI cases from the rest of the criminal docket, the judges hope to reduce crowding.

Judge Says He Gives 1st Time DUI Offenders Break (Cleveland - NewsNet5 via Ya...

2006-05-24T20:21:00.001-07:00

Judge Says He Gives 1st Time DUI Offenders Break (Cleveland - NewsNet5 via Ya...
24 May 2006 at 3:50pm5 On Your Side Investigator Ron Regan reviewed five local mayors' court and found that many either drop or reduce charges when the cases involved drunken driving.

DUI Checkpoints In Bradley County Saturday (The Chattanoogan)

2006-05-24T20:21:00.000-07:00

DUI Checkpoints In Bradley County Saturday (The Chattanoogan)

24 May 2006 at 12:57pmOn Saturday the Bradley County traffic unit will set up DUI/Safety checkpoints at several undisclosed locations in the southern part of Bradley County.

DUI Checkpoints (WAAY 31)

2006-05-24T20:20:00.001-07:00

DUI Checkpoints (WAAY 31)

24 May 2006 at 4:25pmThe Huntsville Police Department is preparing to make sure your Memorial Day weekend is a safe one. Officers will have DUI checkpoints set up from 11:00PM until 3:30AM Friday night through Monday night. Here are just a few of the places where you're sure to find them: Whitesburg Drive and Drake Avenue. Whitesburg Drive and Teakwood Drive. South Memorial Parkway and Hobbs Island Road. Wall Triana

Spanish DUI education campaign launched (Rocky Mountain News)

2006-05-24T20:20:00.000-07:00

Spanish DUI education campaign launched (Rocky Mountain News)

24 May 2006 at 3:26pmA bilingual news conference at 10:30 a.m. tomorrow is slated to kick off a Spanish DUI education campaign. The event will be at the Denver Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, 924 W. Colfax Ave.

Artis Gilmore Flips Car, Charged With DUI (AP via Yahoo! News)

2006-05-18T18:34:00.000-07:00

Artis Gilmore Flips Car, Charged With DUI (AP via Yahoo! News)

18 May 2006 at 10:16amFormer basketball star Artis Gilmore was charged with drunken driving after flipping his car during an accident.

New Las Vegas DUI Court Tackles Problem (KLAS)

2006-05-18T18:33:00.002-07:00

New Las Vegas DUI Court Tackles Problem (KLAS)

18 May 2006 at 3:14amA new Las Vegas court plans to focus on treating the drunk driving problem rather than just putting offenders behind bars. There have been more than 1,700 DUI arrests so far this year, which is nearly 300 more than this time last year.

FHP: Artis Gilmore Charged With DUI (WJXT News4Jax.com via Yahoo! News)

2006-05-18T18:33:00.001-07:00

FHP: Artis Gilmore Charged With DUI (WJXT News4Jax.com via Yahoo! News)
17 May 2006 at 6:26amFormer Jacksonville University and NBA basketball player Artis Gilmore was arrested early overnight, charged with DUI, according to the Florida Highway Patrol

Woman Charged with DUI While Visiting State Police Barrack (WBOC 16)

2006-05-18T18:33:00.000-07:00

Woman Charged with DUI While Visiting State Police Barrack (WBOC 16)
18 May 2006 at 6:47amSALISBURY - A woman visiting the Maryland State Police-Salisbury Barrack to pick up a friend who had been arrested for DUI, ended up being arrested herself for the same charge.

Former NBA Star Flips Car, Charged With DUI (WFTV 9 Orlando)

2006-05-18T18:32:00.000-07:00

Former NBA Star Flips Car, Charged With DUI (WFTV 9 Orlando)
18 May 2006 at 8:59amJACKSONVILLE, Fla. -- Former NBA and Jacksonville University basketball star Artis Gilmore is charged with DUI. The 57-year-old was in a car accident early Wednesday morning in which he hit a tree and flipped his car.

You Searched for: DUI Lawyers (ModaEspaña)

2006-05-18T18:31:00.002-07:00

You Searched for: DUI Lawyers (ModaEspaña)

18 May 2006 at 12:53pmYour premier choice for DUI defense in Orange and Los Angeles County. Indy DUI Defense is what we do. 2 Central locations. We Get Results An experienced former prosecutor available to discuss your case now!

Artis Gilmore flips car, arrested on DUI (Bay News 9 Tampa Bay)

2006-05-18T18:31:00.001-07:00

Artis Gilmore flips car, arrested on DUI (Bay News 9 Tampa Bay)

18 May 2006 at 9:46amJACKSONVILLE (AP) - Former NBA and Jacksonville University basketball star Artis Gilmore has been charged with DUI. The 57-year-old Gilmore was in a car accident early Wednesday morning in which he hit a tree and flipped his car.

Man Sentenced To 10 Years In Prison For DUI Death Of Beauty Queen (WLEX-TV Le...

2006-05-18T18:31:00.000-07:00

Man Sentenced To 10 Years In Prison For DUI Death Of Beauty Queen (WLEX-TV Le...
18 May 2006 at 2:36pmA man who pleaded guilty to causing the death of a Somerset beauty pageant winner in a DUI car accident was sentence to the maximum 10 years in jail Thursday.

Prosecutors Defend Decision to Drop Felony Charges in Fatal DUI Case (KXTV)

2006-05-18T18:30:00.001-07:00

Prosecutors Defend Decision to Drop Felony Charges in Fatal DUI Case (KXTV)

18 May 2006 at 3:49pmSacramento prosecutors on Thursday confirmed they will drop felony manslaughter charges against a Folsom man suspected of killing two people in an alleged DUI crash.

Driver in fatal crash faces 2 DUI manslaughter charges (Orlando Sentinel)

2006-05-18T18:30:00.000-07:00

Driver in fatal crash faces 2 DUI manslaughter charges (Orlando Sentinel)
18 May 2006 at 1:43pmAn Apopka man faces two counts of DUI manslaughter in a weekend crash that killed two people.

New DUI Court Hopes to Treat the Problem (KLAS)

2006-05-17T13:32:00.001-07:00

New DUI Court Hopes to Treat the Problem (KLAS)

17 May 2006 at 7:58amA new court would focus on more than throwing DUIs behind bars but it would treat the problem by making sure they don't get behind the wheel drunk again.

Limo's driver had conviction for DUI (Denver Post)

2006-05-17T13:32:00.000-07:00

Limo's driver had conviction for DUI (Denver Post)

17 May 2006 at 1:05amThe driver of a stretch limousine that ran over East High School senior Molly Bloom, costing her a leg, is a registered sex offender with arrests for drunken driving. According to court records, Stanley D. Sample, 38, of Lakewood was convicted in 2001 of driving under the influence.