San Bernardino DMV License Suspension Attorneys

For many DUI defendants, the worst consequence of the case is the loss of their driver’s license. It’s not easy to live a normal life without a car in Southern California, especially in the Inland Empire. Under California law, almost all DUI arrestees are subject to a driver’s license suspension of at least four months and sometimes several years. That suspension is automatic -- unless you ask the DMV for an administrative hearing, where you and your San Bernardino attorney can fight for your license. Unfortunately, the state gives you just ten days from the date of your release to request that hearing. If you miss that deadline, you can do nothing to stop the loss of your driving privileges.

Wallin & Klarich can help. We have successfully defended the licenses of hundreds of Californians at the DMV’s administrative per se hearings. These hearings are separate from the defendant’s DUI case, but because the same circumstances apply, we can frequently use the same defense in both venues. As San Bernardino DUI defense attorneys with more than 30 years of experience, we know how to spot common mistakes or extenuating circumstances in a San Bernardino DUI arrest, and we will use them to aggressively protect your license to drive. Our goal is always to minimize or eliminate the chaos that a DUI arrest can cause in your work, your family and your personal life.

If you aren’t able to win a DMV hearing, Wallin & Klarich may still be able to help. The DMV allows drivers with suspended licenses to apply for a restricted special license after 30 days. That license allows you to drive only to work and to court-mandated alcohol classes -- but because many people absolutely have to drive for work, it can still be a huge relief. It can also take a huge burden off of family members and friends. The alternative, driving on a suspended license, carries jail time and the possibility of impounding your car.

Not every license suspension stems from a DUI. Under state law, the DMV can also suspend your license for too many points, failure to pay child support or other infractions. Many people don’t even realize their licenses were suspended until they’re pulled over for unrelated reasons. However, just as with DUI defendants, you have the right to fight these license suspensions if you learn about them soon enough. Wallin & Klarich will defend you thoroughly and point out all mitigating circumstances at your DMV administrative hearing. Our experienced San Bernardino DMV license suspension attorneys can also help you with any underlying traffic tickets, warrant or criminal matter. With your job, your independence and your daily life at risk, nothing less makes sense.

At Wallin & Klarich, we approach each case with the belief that we could easily be defending one of our own family members. After more than 30 years of practicing defense law in Southern California, we understand that losing your license can be catastrophic and stressful. That’s why we’re committed to always being there for our clients: 24 hours a day, seven days a week and each day of the year. And we always offer free consultations, so there’s no risk in discussing your case with one of our experienced San Bernardino DMV hearing defense lawyers. To schedule a free evaluation of your case, contact Wallin & Klarich through our confidential online consultation form or call 1-877-385-4948. We promise to be there when you call.

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