San Diego DUI Attorney
DUI With Injury
A drunk driver involved in an auto accident that causes injury to another person may face serious felony charges. In the state of California, a DUI causing injury is a serious offense which may be punishable by up to 3 years in a state prison, with an additional 1 year for each additional person injured or an additional 3 years if the victim sustains serious bodily injury. Most DUI offenses are charged as a misdemeanor in the state of California. However, DUI accidents resulting in injury or death are often felonies.
Getting in contact with a knowledgeable and experienced San Diego DUI lawyer is the most important step to take when facing a charge for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, especially when it involves an auto accident, injuries or even death. DUI Crew’s highly qualified and experienced legal team represents drivers throughout all of San Diego who face DUI with injury charges. We understand that you are in a difficult position that may result in criminal convictions and/or serious penalties if not properly and immediately addressed.
What is a DUI with Injury?
DUI with injury, or a DUI causing injury, is a serious offense where a driver who has a blood alcohol concentration of .08% or higher or whose normal abilities are impaired due to alcohol and/or drugs causes an auto accident that results in injury to another person. The injury may be minor or may be serious or life-threatening. The severity of the injuries may determine whether the defendant faces misdemeanor or felony charges.
When representing a client who is facing DUI with injury charges, the San Diego DUI attorneys at DUI Crew will conduct an extensive investigation into every aspect of the client’s charges. DUI Crew will work with accident reconstruction experts and professionals in forensics and blood and breath tests as necessary to help weaken the prosecution’s case.
If you are facing a DUI with injury, get in touch with a knowledgable and experienced attorney at DUI Crew immediately.