Even if the initial shock and dismay of an arrest for suspicion of California DUI has passed, a drunk driving charge should not be ignored. Being convicted of driving under the influence can bring severe consequences including loss of job, fines, jail time and loss of driver’s license. It is important for your future and protection of your rights that you seek qualified, experienced legal representation.

San Diego California DUI Attorney James Bickford can help. He practices DUI defense exclusively and he has extensive knowledge of California DUI laws and the court system. In fact, drunk driving defense lawyer James Bickford knows over 30 ways to successfully fight a DUI. He can make a difference in the outcome of your case.

Let San Diego DUI Defense Lawyer James Bickford tell you more about how he may be able to win your case. To request a free and confidential consultation, contact him by filling out the request form to the left or calling (619) 702-7400.

Selecting The Right Attorney

Not all attorneys are alike. Be sure to find ask how much experience they have with California DUI and how many cases they have had dismissed. There is a difference between probation and dismissal. To keep your record clean you need an attorney who will seek dismissal of your charges and is willing to take a case to jury trial if necessary. When comparing fees, be sure to consider how important it is for your future and your freedom to not have a criminal record.

San Diego DUI Lawyer James Bickford handles DUI cases exclusively. He will work to protect your rights and try to get your case dismissed. DUI Attorney James Bickford has a proven record of successfully representing his clients in California drunk driving cases.

Keep Your Driving Privileges

When you were charged with DUI, the police probably confiscated your driver’s license and gave you a temporary license. It is important to realize that the temporary license will expire in thirty days and you will lose all driving privileges for up to a year if you do not request a special administrative per se hearing with the California Department of Motor Vehicles. You actually have only ten days from the date of your arrest to schedule such a hearing. Do not delay, contact San Diego California DUI Lawyer James Bickford and have him help you save your license.

Time is important in DUI defense

Besides needing to act quickly to retain your driving privileges, the sooner a defense attorney is hired, the quicker an aggressive DUI defense can be started. San Diego DUI Lawyer James Bickford can handle all portions of your defense, starting with the DMV hearing and preparing for a jury trial. He will file motions to suppress your case, request independent testing of blood or breath samples taken during your arrest, interview witnesses, question the cause of the initial traffic stop, review police reports for variances from proper procedure and challenge all evidence. A total defense will be started as soon as you contact San Diego DUI Defense Lawyer James Bickford.

About San Diego California DUI Attorney James Bickford

While in law school, Attorney James V Bickford, IV worked with the San Diego County Public Defenders Office. After graduation he established a law practice devoted exclusively to DUI criminal defense. Because of his reputation as a successful, experienced defender he has even been asked to represent other attorneys.

San Diego DUI Attorney James Bickford is a member of the California Deuce Defenders and the National College for DUI Defense. For the past six years he has conducted summer sessions at the National College for DUI Defense in Cambridge, Massachusetts. James Bickford is certified in field sobriety testing by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and acknowledged as an instructor of field sobriety tests by the National Association of Chiefs of Police. San Diego DUI Lawyer James Bickford continues to develop his skills and learn current DUI defense strategies by attending drunk driving related seminars and classes.

Being charged with California DUI is serious, though there are number of ways to challenge your case and get it dismissed. DUI Attorney James Bickford knows how to make the laws work for you and he will provide a complete DUI defense. For immediate help with both your driver’s license and your criminal case, contact San Diego California DUI Lawyer James Bickford now by calling (619) 702-7400 or filling out the form to the left.

Clients Success Stories

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.14 BAC - DMV Suspension Overturned
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.16 BAC - Found Not Guilty
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