Felony DUI

Orange County - San Diego DUI Lawyer

If you have an arrest for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, including an accident DUI or a felony DUI, I can help you. I am Orange County and San Diego DUI lawyer Scott R. Cadzow, and if you need a skilled, experienced Orange County or San Diego CA DUI defense lawyer with a track record of success, please call me at (949) 361-9413 or (760) 757-0110 for a free consultation. I can also help you when your license has been suspended by the DMV for a DUI. Questions and answers about DMV license suspension are below. For more information about obtaining a top-quality DUI defense, please see : DUI Defense Overview.

What makes a DUI a felony?
Most DUI convictions are misdemeanors. However, a DUI conviction is a felony in two situations. The first is if the drunk driving was negligent or violated a traffic law, AND injured (even slightly) another person. The second: a fourth dui conviction within seven years is almost always charged as a felony.
Sometimes, a stop for DUI ends with charges for other offenses, such as homicide, having a loaded or concealed weapon, or drug possession. Because the penalties for these charges can be severe, you should immediately retain a skilled criminal lawyer who is experienced in serious criminal matters as well as DUI. I have tried over 100 criminal cases, and have handled many homicide, weapons, drugs, DUI and felony DUI charges; I can help you. Please call me, attorney Scott R. Cadzow, at (949) 361-9413 or (760) 757-0110 for more information and a free consultation.

What are potential sentences for the FOURTH OR LATER DUI?
A FOURTH OR LATER DUI (within 7 years) is almost always charged as a felony. A potential sentence includes attending an alcohol or drug program for 18-36 months if you have not already completed one, and a $390 to $1,000 fine, plus penalty assessments of an additional 180% of the fine, plus a 4-year license revocation.
If probation is granted, a potential sentence also includes 180 days to 1 year in jail, plus a 4-year license revocation.

If probation is not granted, a potential sentence also includes up to 3 years in state prison; the exact time depends on the decision of the court.

Your vehicle may also be impounded for 6 months, and you may be required to have a ignition interlock device on your car for up to three years.


How can a skilled DUI defense attorney help me?
Because the potential consequences of a DUI conviction are severe, the quality of your defense is extremely important. A skilled criminal defense attorney, who is experience in handling DUI cases and knows the courts, prosecutors, and judges, will be able to present your strongest defense and negotiate for the best results available under the facts and law. To learn more about how I can help you in a DUI case, please see the DUI Defense Overview page.

I have personally defended many people charged with driving under the influence in Orange County and San Diego, California. I have also defended many people in accident DUI, felony DUI, and DUI cases with other offenses, such as gun charges or drug possession. If you or someone in your family has been arrested on one of these charges, please call me to learn how I can help you. I provide top quality representation for a reasonable fee, offer a free initial consultation, and accept all major credit cards.

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