Law Office of James E. Silverstein
Calabasas criminal defense firm with more than 20 years of experience, handling drug, theft, fraud, and other state charges, in English and Spanish.
Criminal Defense attorneys in Calabasas
Calabasas DUI defense: distinguish the DMV hearing deadline from the criminal court date and define who handles each proceeding.
After a DUI stop, separate the court appearance papers from the DMV suspension or revocation order. One date does not replace the other. The California DMV (www.dmv.ca.gov) states that a hearing can be requested within 10 days of receiving the relevant order. Do not assume there is time to wait for the first criminal appearance; have counsel check the notice, receipt date and applicable procedure promptly.
For a Calabasas defense inquiry, identify the stop or arrest location, investigating agency, whether a license was taken and any temporary driving document. The city’s public-safety page (www.cityofcalabasas.com) lists local contacts including Malibu/Lost Hills, but your papers establish the agency and court involved.
Compare the engagement along both tracks: DMV hearing request and representation, criminal appearances, evidence review and any separately charged expert work. Explain commuting or professional driving needs. Acceptance of the criminal case does not establish that administrative tasks have also been undertaken.
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Debra White Criminal Defense Specialists
Los Angeles criminal defense attorney and State Bar-certified criminal law specialist defending serious state and federal charges, including sex crimes and pre-charge investigations.
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Common questions
Why might a DMV decision require action before criminal court?
Administrative driving privileges and criminal charges follow different processes. Check the deadline stated by DMV against the order received instead of waiting solely for the court date.
Does a DUI quote necessarily include the DMV hearing?
Confirm this in writing. Distinguish the hearing request, administrative representation and criminal stages, including responsibility for the request deadline.