DUI Lawyer in Fullerton

Fullerton DUI lawyer Richard Wagner has decades of experience fighting for clients facing DUI charges. Read Richard Wagner's bio

Having an experienced attorney for your DUI in Fullerton will make sure that you achieve the best possible outcome when facing DUI or other criminal charges.

"I came to Richard with a DUI and was currently on felony probation. The judge and court wanted to put me into jail for 120 days for probation violations. But Richard did his homework and discovered there was a new law that came out on Jan. 2021 that said I could only be on probation for 1 year tops and I had been on probation for over that time. So Richard used that to keep me out of jail and I am very grateful of that." W.H., Brea, Read what others have to say

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs can be hazardous, putting everyone on the road at risk. When someone is charged with a DUI, they can face severe legal repercussions, including:

• Hefty fines and restitution
• Jail time
• The loss of your driver's license
• Damage to your reputation

Drivers who get a DUI in Fullerton may not be aware of the consequences and repercussions of a DUI arrest. Therefore, it is important to seek legal assistance from a DUI attorney as soon as possible to help protect your future.

The Fullerton Police Department regularly patrols the area looking for drunk drivers. FPD is located at 237 W. Commonwealth Ave.,  Fullerton, California.

The California State University Police Department, located at 800 N. State College Blvd., Fullerton, California, patrols around the Cal State Fullerton campus.

Fullerton Police officers are known for being very aggressive with drunk driving arrests. The CHP and Fullerton PD patrol the busy highways and freeways in and around Fullerton. There is the 91 (Riverside Freeway), the 5 (Santa Ana Freeway), and the 57 (Orange Freeway). Also, some parts of State Route 39 (Beach Boulevard) and State Route 90 (the Imperial Highway) run through parts of Fullerton.

FULLERTON DUI EVIDENCE

Fullerton Police Officers wear “Body Worn Cameras” to record audio and video footage of your DUI investigation in Fullerton.

The recordings should include your detention and arrest for DUI and other criminal charges. There may also be video and audio recordings made inside the jail of your blood draw or refusal to take the tests to supplement the audio and video captured by the body-worn cameras.

An experienced Fullerton DUI attorney sends subpoenas to the Fullerton police department to get these recordings to determine what defenses apply to your Fullerton DUI case.

If you took a breath test, your attorney can obtain evidence such as records to verify whether the officer was properly trained on how to administer the AlcoSensor V-XL breath machine and whether the breathalyzer was working properly at the time of the test.

If you are arrested in Fullerton for a DUI, your DUI Defense Attorney should get all the evidence related to your case, and thoroughly examine the Driving Under the Influence Report, as well as the Age 21 and Older Officer's Statement, DMV Form DS367. 

Your DUI Defense Attorney is entitled to get from the prosecution all relevant evidence seized or obtained as a part of the investigation. PC 1054. This includes all evidence pointing to your innocence. Brady v. Maryland (1963) 373 US 83. 

Penalties for a DUI Conviction in Fullerton

You can face severe criminal penalties if you are convicted of a DUI. The penalties for a DUI also become harsher as you accumulate more DUI convictions. A DUI conviction will also cause a license suspension. Click here for information on DUI License Suspension and Restrictions. 

DUI charges can also become aggravated if the incident has certain aggravating facts, such as minors in the vehicle, injuries to others, excessive speed and reckless driving, and high BAC. Given the gravity of the situation, it is absolutely essential that you contact DUI lawyer Richard Wagner without delay.

How A DUI Lawyer Can Help

A DUI attorney could potentially make the case that the police officer had no legitimate or legal justification for the traffic stop or didn't adhere to the necessary protocols when conducting sobriety evaluations or setting up a DUI checkpoint. Richard Wagner might be able to get your charges dismissed or reduced to a less severe charge.

The Fullerton City Jail offers a Pay-to-Stay Program for individuals, which is an alternative to Orange County Jail. This is a fee-based program available to qualified men who have been convicted and sentenced to serve jail time. 

Criminal Charges for a Fullerton DUI

Many drivers face DUI charges after being pulled over or involved in a motor vehicle accident. You can be charged with the crime of driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that is equal to or over the legal limits. You are not allowed to drive with a BAC equal to or above:

• 08% for drivers 21 and over in a non-commercial vehicle
• 04% for drivers 21 and over while driving a commercial vehicle
• 01% for drivers under 21 or for drivers 21 and over who are on DUI probation

However, California also has vehicle code sections that prosecutors use to charge you with the crime of driving under the influence of alcohol, even if your BAC does not exceed the legal limits. Vehicle Code Sections 23152(a) and 23153(a).

For a free legal consultation with a DUI lawyer serving Fullerton, call (714) 721-4423.

DUI COURT / DMV INFORMATION

If you were arrested in Fullerton for Driving Under the Influence, your case would be heard in the North Justice Center, located at 1275 N. Berkeley Avenue, Fullerton, California.

The North Justice Center handles traffic, minor offenses, criminal cases, and limited civil, and small claims cases for cities in the northern part of Orange County, California, including Anaheim, Brea, Buena Park, Cypress, La Habra, La Palma, Los Alamitos, Placentia, Stanton, and Yorba Linda.

The Anaheim City Attorney's Office prosecutes misdemeanor cases in the North Justice Center and the Orange County District Attorney prosecutes felony and misdemeanor cases.

Your DMV Admin Per Se Hearing will be conducted at the Driver Safety Branch, located at 790 The City Drive, Suite 420, Orange, California, (714) 703-2511.

Driving Under the Influence Program in Fullerton

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ATTORNEY FOR DUI IN FULLERTON | FREE CONSULTATION

If you were arrested for DUI in Fullerton, call Richard Wagner, a knowledgeable and experienced DUI Defense Lawyer for drunk driving arrests in Fullerton (714) 721-4423 to discuss your defense strategy confidentially.

Fullerton is in northern Orange County, California. Fullerton has a charming downtown filled with restaurants, bars, and stores. Downtown Fullerton (DTF), especially in the south of Commonwealth area has become a lively entertainment spot. Fullerton is surrounded by La Habra and Brea, La Mirada, and Buena Park, Anaheim, and Placentia.

There are two public, 18-hole golf courses in Fullerton: Coyote Hills Golf Course at 1440 E. Bastanchury Road and the Fullerton Golf Course at 2700 N. Harbor Boulevard.