Los Angeles DUI Lawyer

Defending Clients Charged With Driving Under The Influence in Los Angeles County

After a DUI arrest, many people wonder if they truly need the services of an attorney. If you have been charged with a DUI in California, you will face the possibility of serious penalties such as jail time, costly fines, probation, and more. The harsh consequences of a DUI conviction can disrupt your life for years to come, and they only increase with every subsequent DUI charge. If you have been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, speaking with a Los Angeles criminal defense attorney from Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP will significantly increase your chances of avoiding a conviction.

Are you facing a DUI charge in California? Call Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP today at (800) 462-7160 or contact us online to schedule a meeting with our DUI attorney in Los Angeles!

DUI Cases We Handle

Our team at Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP are ready to help you fight any type of DUI charge, including:

• First DUI offense
• Second, third, or multiple DUIs
• Habitual DUI offenses
• Felony DUI
• DUI with drugs, including marijuana DUI
• Underage DUI
• Vehicular manslaughter
• DUI involving injury or death
• Refusing chemical and blood tests

California is notoriously tough on DUI offenders and you must take action immediately after an arrest to build a strong defense.

DUI Laws in California

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a severe offense in California, and the state has strict laws to deter drunk driving and protect public safety. In California, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher. Additionally, drivers under 21, commercial drivers, and drivers operating a hire vehicle are subject to lower BAC limits.

We Can Challenge the Inaccuracy of Field Sobriety Tests

Many do not realize that DUI charges can be defeated in court and that you don't have to accept a conviction just because you have been accused of a DUI. Law enforcement officers use several methods to detect intoxication, which are only sometimes foolproof. On the contrary, our firm has handled many DUIs that involve field sobriety tests, and we have successfully challenged and defeated these DUI charges in court. Additionally, we have decades of experience.

There are three types of field sobriety tests used by law enforcement officers in Los Angeles:

• Horizontal Nystagmus Test,
• Walk and Turn Test,
• One-Leg Stand Test

Police officers must receive proper training to administer and interpret sobriety tests. External factors can distort the results even if an officer is qualified to give the test. According to studies by the national government, even the most reliable field sobriety test is only 77% accurate in determining whether a driver has a BAC above .10%. If a suspect has physical or mental impairments, if an officer moves around while conducting the test, or if the suspect's attire interferes with their ability to perform the test, this is grounds to dispute your DUI.

What If I Failed a Breathalyzer Test?

If you have been arrested because you failed a breathalyzer test, our skilled Los Angeles DUI lawyers can help you determine the best legal strategy for fighting your charges and defending your rights. To find out how your case can be defended, speak with an attorney from Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP today. Ultimately, you must remember that you can decline to take a field sobriety test under California law. You do not have the option to refuse a chemical test, but you can decline a field sobriety test.

Contact Our Los Angeles DUI Attorney Today

Don't wait after a DUI charge. Our attorneys can get started immediately, helping you build a strong defense for your charges and working to protect your driver's license. Contact our firm for a free case review to learn more about the next steps.

Contact Lessem, Newstat & Tooson, LLP today to schedule a FREE case review with our DUI lawyer in Los Angeles!