San Francisco DUI Defense Attorney
A DUI arrest in San Francisco triggers two separate cases at once — a criminal case in court and an administrative action against your driver’s license through the DMV. Acting quickly matters: you generally have only 10 days to request a DMV hearing.
What you are facing
California DUI charges under Vehicle Code §§23152 and 23153 can rest on breath tests, blood tests, and an officer’s observations — each of which can be challenged. Faulty equipment, improper stops, and rising-BAC defenses are common and effective.
Penalties in California
- Fines, court fees, and DUI program enrollment
- License suspension and ignition interlock requirements
- Probation, and possible jail for repeat or aggravated offenses
- Sharply increased penalties for a second, third, or felony DUI
How we defend these cases
- Challenging the legality of the traffic stop
- Attacking breath/blood test accuracy and chain of custody
- Representing you at the DMV hearing to protect your license
- Negotiating reductions to wet/dry reckless where appropriate
Why experience matters
Prosecuting crime has become big business, and the consequences of a conviction follow you for life. Peter A. Fitzpatrick has handled DUI matters in San Francisco courts since 1996. He prepares every case as if it will go to trial — which is precisely what gives clients leverage to win dismissals, acquittals, and favorable resolutions.
Charged with DUI in San Francisco? Call now.
Peter A. Fitzpatrick has defended serious criminal charges in San Francisco for nearly three decades. The sooner you have an experienced advocate, the more can be done to protect you. Call or text (415) 484-1270 for a free, confidential consultation, or contact the office.