Second DUI Offenses in Los Angeles
Los Angeles DUI Defense Attorney
If you were recently arrested for DUI in Los Angeles and already have conviction for this type of offense on your criminal record, you will be at risk of facing enhanced penalties. You need a competent lawyer to assist you with your case and to protect your legal rights and driver’s license in the face of your second DUI offense arrest or charges.
At the Law Offices of Loren M. Merlin, we help clients throughout the greater LA area who have been arrested for drunk driving. If this is your second DUI offense, you are in need of skilled legal counsel now more than ever. We can talk to you about your case and how we can assist you in this difficult situation.
Consequences of a Second DUI Conviction
The penalties for a second DUI conviction will be greater than those imposed for first-time offender. In addition to harsher penalties, a driver may face fewer leniencies in regard to alternative sentencing, such as community service in lieu of jail time. Following are the potential penalties that a defendant may face after a second DUI conviction in Los Angeles (these may vary depending on your particular case):
A second drunk driving conviction may have a profound and lasting impact on various areas of your life. Make sure you involve a legal professional to protect your interests in this matter in order to help you avoid a conviction and these consequences.
Contact a Los Angeles Second DUI Lawyer today to discuss your case.