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Pasadena DUID & Drug Intoxication Defense Services

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Whether you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you could get arrested for a California DUI for being on either one or a combination of both. A conviction can lead to costly fines, loss of your driving privileges, and even time spent behind bars. If you have been charged with driving under the influence of drugs (DUID), you need to hire a skilled lawyer to protect your rights and future.

At The Law Offices of Matthew Cargal, we can review your case and determine all your legal options to either get your entire case dismissed or find alternative options besides jail. With more than 25 years of legal experience, our Pasadena DUID attorney has a thorough understanding of the California criminal justice system to get the best possible outcome on your behalf.

Understanding California DUID Laws & Penalties

When a person cannot drive like a sober individual due to being intoxicated by a drug--either illegal, prescription, or over-the-counter--or a combination of drugs and alcohol, he/she could be charged with DUID in California.

A DUID is considered a misdemeanor offense, punishable by a maximum six-month jail sentence, fines of up to $1,000, and license suspension for up to six months. These are the same penalties for a DUI conviction.

However, if a DUID offense is the suspect’s fourth or subsequent offense, the crime involved injury to another person, or the suspect has one prior felony DUI conviction, then the DUID will be charged as a felony. A felony DUID carries a jail term of up to three years--or four years in the event of an injury--and fines of up to $1,000--or $5,000 in the event of an injury.

Get Your Free Case Evaluation Today

After serving serious penalties, having a DUI or drug conviction on your record can negatively affect your life. Our Pasadena DUI lawyer can investigate your case, obtain and analyze evidence, and find any weaknesses in the prosecution’s case to help you avoid the maximum penalties.

For more information, contact us today to discuss your case.

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Why Choose The Law Offices of Matthew Cargal?

  • You Get the Attorney You Hired
    Matthew Cargal — not a paralegal, assistant, or junior attorney — will handle your case and will be available to discuss your case with you at your request.
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    We do what it takes to get the best possible result, including motions and jury trial.
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    Our clients are kept updated about their case at all times and return all communication promptly.
  • We Find Alternatives to Jail
    We are experts in finding alternative options should jail be an issue in your case.