Lawyers in San Luis Obispo Defending Against Misdemeanors
Don't downplay misdemeanors.
These are lesser crimes that carry no more than one year in county jail. But they can clearly disrupt and adversely affect your life - cost your job, source of income, driver's license, family and everything else you hold dear without the severe consequences of putting you in prison for a long time. A year is a long time, too.
You may also be required to participate in some type of rehabilitation program, prohibited from owning firearms for up to 10 years, denied some professional licenses (a nursing license, for example), and denied regular employment.
Serious Trial Experience in DUIs
This is one misdemeanor even normally solid citizens may fall prey to, and a charge that we have considerable experience defending against.
Depending on the DUI case, we can challenge the probable cause for vehicle stops and searches and seizures, test the qualifications of any person testifying for the state, dispute or rebut the evidence of any aggravating factors, and present evidence of any mitigating factors that might result in a more favorable outcome in your case.
Some aspects of a case are time sensitive, such as applying for permission to drive while your DUI case is pending. You need to do that within 10 days of the charges, so call us right away. We'll take care of you.
Misdemeanors include these crimes:
- DUI
- Driving while suspended
- Battery
- Domestic violence
- Assault
- Drunk in public
- Underage DUI
- Under the influence of drugs
- Traffic violations
- Reckless driving
- Speed contests
Misdemeanors stay on your record
If you are convicted, misdemeanors -- like felonies -- can carry a similar stigma. Hiring a good, aggressive lawyer to protect your rights and fight for an acquittal is a must.
Even if you are convicted, there might be an opportunity for a greatly reduced sentence or even complete expungement of the crime from your record. Gael Mueller and Melvin Mueller know the system thoroughly, and will always act in your best interests.
Don't make another mistake
You allegedly made one mistake and are now charged with a crime. It is another big mistake not to have an experienced attorney on your side. If you cannot afford one, we at Mueller & Mueller wholeheartedly suggest having one appointed for you by the court.
Judges are not required to tell you what can happen to you or what your best choices are. Do not go into court without legal representation. You have the right to an attorney, and you should definitely get one.
You have rights and choices
In our very first consultation with you or your family member who has committed a misdemeanor, your attorney at Mueller & Mueller will lay it all out: The potential consequences of your crime, the options for your defense strategy and possible outcomes.
You need to know what your real choices are, not listen to someone who might perhaps lead you on by painting a rosy picture just to rack up hours and charge you more.
Make the call to Mueller & Mueller
If you or someone you care about is facing DUI or any other misdemeanor criminal charges in San Luis Obispo County, contact Mueller & Mueller defense attorneys without delay for sound and focused legal representation.
1026 Palm Street, Suite 212
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone: 805-547-2200
Fax: 805-547-2201
