Law Offices of Jude M. Koenig
Prompt attention and expertise for your defense.
Prompt attention and expertise for your defense.
DUI FAQ
As a local Truckee/North Lake Tahoe criminal defense attorney, I help people charged with
a criminal offense or DUI in the Truckee and Tahoe City courts. I am committed to do all
that I can to help people who are facing criminal charges. I believe that every person is
entitled to the highest quality representation and defense when they are threatened with
a loss of their freedom, their livelihood or their driving privilege.
Frequently Asked Questions About DUI In California:
Q. Why should I see an attorney about a DUI?
A DUI is charged a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense - it is not just a traffic citation. If you are convicted of a
DUI, there are mandatory penalties which include jail, fines and DUI classes. Your drivers license is automatically
suspended unless you take the right, timely action. Your auto insurance rates will skyrocket. If you hold a
professional license, a conviction must usually be reported to your governing agency. In short, you have a lot to lose.
So it makes good sense to defend yourself against DUI charges. An experienced criminal attorney will review the
facts of your case with you in detail to determine if there are any legal defenses to the charges and, if not, to
determine the best approach to the criminal case and the DMV suspension action. Don't simply plead guilty without
first determining what an experienced DUI attorney can do for you.
Q. What should I look for in a defense attorney?
Most attorneys do not practice criminal or DUI law - you need an attorney who specializes in DUIs to defend your
rights in a DUI case. You should be confident that the attorney you select can properly handle a DUI case. When you
have questions, make sure they're answered to your satisfaction. Ultimately, you should feel comfortable with the
attorney you select. Selecting a lawyer based on costs alone or looking for the cheapest attorney is a mistake and
often ends up costing you more in the long run.
Q. Can I represent myself?
Representing yourself is flying blind. You will never know if you could have beaten the charges. There is an old
saying the that the person who represents himself has a fool for a client. DUIs are serious charges with stiff
penalties and high long term costs. Take it seriously.
Q. Do I have to appear in court?
In most cases where a person who is charged with a misdemeanor DUI has an attorney representing them, the
person never has to show up in court.
Q. Can you guarantee results?
Beware of any attorney who guarantees results. In the law, as in most other areas of life, absolute certainty is not
possible. However, the best outcome in a DUI case is always the result of a good professional relationship with a
competent attorney.
Q. What is the DMV suspension?
In most cases, the DMV will suspend or revoke your California drivers license if you don't challenge the action by,
first, requesting a hearing within 10 days of your receipt of the Administrative Per Se Suspension/Revocation Order
and Temporary License. Next, a hearing is held to determine if the action will be sustained and the license
suspended. The issues relates to DMV hearings are particularly complex and few attorneys have the necessary
experience to challenge the suspension action.
As a local Truckee/North Lake Tahoe criminal defense attorney, I help people charged with
a criminal offense or DUI in the Truckee and Tahoe City courts. I am committed to do all
that I can to help people who are facing criminal charges. I believe that every person is
entitled to the highest quality representation and defense when they are threatened with
a loss of their freedom, their livelihood or their driving privilege.
Frequently Asked Questions About DUI In California:
Q. Why should I see an attorney about a DUI?
A DUI is charged a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense - it is not just a traffic citation. If you are convicted of a
DUI, there are mandatory penalties which include jail, fines and DUI classes. Your drivers license is automatically
suspended unless you take the right, timely action. Your auto insurance rates will skyrocket. If you hold a
professional license, a conviction must usually be reported to your governing agency. In short, you have a lot to lose.
So it makes good sense to defend yourself against DUI charges. An experienced criminal attorney will review the
facts of your case with you in detail to determine if there are any legal defenses to the charges and, if not, to
determine the best approach to the criminal case and the DMV suspension action. Don't simply plead guilty without
first determining what an experienced DUI attorney can do for you.
Q. What should I look for in a defense attorney?
Most attorneys do not practice criminal or DUI law - you need an attorney who specializes in DUIs to defend your
rights in a DUI case. You should be confident that the attorney you select can properly handle a DUI case. When you
have questions, make sure they're answered to your satisfaction. Ultimately, you should feel comfortable with the
attorney you select. Selecting a lawyer based on costs alone or looking for the cheapest attorney is a mistake and
often ends up costing you more in the long run.
Q. Can I represent myself?
Representing yourself is flying blind. You will never know if you could have beaten the charges. There is an old
saying the that the person who represents himself has a fool for a client. DUIs are serious charges with stiff
penalties and high long term costs. Take it seriously.
Q. Do I have to appear in court?
In most cases where a person who is charged with a misdemeanor DUI has an attorney representing them, the
person never has to show up in court.
Q. Can you guarantee results?
Beware of any attorney who guarantees results. In the law, as in most other areas of life, absolute certainty is not
possible. However, the best outcome in a DUI case is always the result of a good professional relationship with a
competent attorney.
Q. What is the DMV suspension?
In most cases, the DMV will suspend or revoke your California drivers license if you don't challenge the action by,
first, requesting a hearing within 10 days of your receipt of the Administrative Per Se Suspension/Revocation Order
and Temporary License. Next, a hearing is held to determine if the action will be sustained and the license
suspended. The issues relates to DMV hearings are particularly complex and few attorneys have the necessary
experience to challenge the suspension action.
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12242 Business Park Drive, Suite 31
Truckee, CA 96161
530-582-7072
email: koeniglaw@gmail.com
Truckee, CA 96161
530-582-7072
email: koeniglaw@gmail.com
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DISCLAIMER: This website provides only general information intended for those charged with a criminal offense or drunk driving
offenses. The information does not constitute legal advice, is general in nature, and is not intended to address the facts of a specific
case. Do not take any action based upon this information unless you consult with a criminal defense attorney or other specialist.
offenses. The information does not constitute legal advice, is general in nature, and is not intended to address the facts of a specific
case. Do not take any action based upon this information unless you consult with a criminal defense attorney or other specialist.