California Drunk Driving Defense
ROBERT TAYAC, Attorney at Law
44 Montgomery Street, Ste. 3850
San Francisco, California 94104
Phone: 415-552-6000
Toll free: 800-901-1888
Santa Clara County: 408-985-8700
Sonoma County: 707-576-9900
e-mail:rtayac@aol.com

Frequently Asked Questions in CALIFORNIA DUI Cases

1. Will I be able to get my case dismissed because I was not read my rights?
   

   Probably not. But if you were interrogated after being placed in custody, your statements can not be used against you.

2. Will I go to jail?
   

   An experienced attorney may be able to keep you out.

3. I have had one or more DUI convictions within the past seven years. How will this effect this case?
   

   You are facing more serious penalties if convicted in this case.

4. I have three alcohol related offenses within four years, what will become of my license?
   

   It will be automatically revoked for five years.

5. How many hours of alcohol classes will I have to take?
   

   A first offense will require either a three or six month alcohol program, about three hours a night, once per week. The length of the program will be determined by your BAC.
   

6. What will happen if I do not complete the classes or public service ordered by the Court?

   You will go to jail.

7. I lost my CALIFORNIA license. May I obtain a license in another state.
   

   In most cases, no.

8. If I obtain an international driver's license, may I drive in CALIFORNIA, even though my CALIFORNIA license is revoked?
   

   No.

9. Am I a bad person, because I was arrested for DUI?
   

   No, but you are well advised never, never smell like alcohol while behind the wheel.

10. What if I burped within fifteen minutes of blowing?
    

    The breath machine may have read alcohol from your stomach rather than you lungs. The result may be incorrect. A similar problem occurs with dentures.