Whether or Not to Plead Guilty to a CA DUI
Many people who have been charged with a DUI in California consider pleading guilty, especially if they performed poorly on field sobriety tests or failed a chemical test measuring blood alcohol content. They receive a .08 or higher BAC reading and don’t see the point in fighting the charge and instead view the case as a “slam dunk” against them.
However, if you plead guilty, you are losing any right to present a defense in a criminal trial. In addition, a DUI guilty plea in California can have a negative impact on your driving record or any professional license.
Just because you failed a chemical test and had a blood alcohol content of .08 or higher does not mean that you should write-off doing everything possible to have your rights defended. There are many factors to take into account that could result in a potential to plea bargain to a lesser offense or having your case being dismissed. Pleading guilty means losing the opportunity to challenge any problems in the prosecution’s case.
In many cases, a DUI in Los Angeles is an individual’s first criminal charge, and he or she is horrified at the prospect of a criminal record. If you have been charged with a DUI, you should consult a qualified, experienced Los Angeles DUI attorney who can advise you of your rights before making any big decisions on your DUI case. The attorneys at the Law Offices of Lawrence Wolf have represented many defendants in DUI cases and are extremely caring, knowledgeable and experienced with all aspects of DUI cases. We stay up to date on the complex and ever-changing DUI laws. Call us today for a free consultation at (310) 277-1707.
