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1 DUI Information & Resources IN S I D E : DMV - 10 Days? Saving Your License Jail Alternatives Important Resources Breath Tests Blood Tests (877) Law Offices of Chad R. Maddox HABLAMOS ESPAÑOL Top Attorney Legal Advertisement

2 1 DMV - 10 Days? You only have 10 Days To Request a DMV Hearing ACT NOW or LOSE YOUR LICENSE* See Page 7 to find the correct DMV office. You can NOT simply go to a local DMV to set up a hearing. Why Should I Have A DMV Hearing? If you don t ask for a hearing on time, you can t have one, and the DMV will suspend your license. On the other hand, if you ask for a hearing, then the DMV has the burden to prove that the suspension is required. It must prove**: 1. Were you placed under lawful arrest? 2. Were you driving a motor vehicle when you had 0.08% BAC? 3. Did the police officer have reasonable cause to believe you were driving a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs? Each of these elements raise other issues, you should have Chad Maddox review your case to field the best defense. * If alcohol related arrest ** The issues are different for a refusal (877)

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4 3 To save your license, your best defense will always come from weaknesses in the DMV s case, and from strengths in your own case. Save Your License Possible DMV Weaknesses No Probable Cause To: Stop Detain Arrest Faulty Paperwork: Unsigned Undated Incomplete Inadmissible Documents Reports written more than a week later Reports signed by trainee Possible Defenses To Suspension Rising Alcohol: Breath test during absorption FST s show absorption Recent drinking Not Driving at Time of Police Contact Breath Test Problems (See page 5) Blood Test Problems (See page 6) Report Doesn t Match Video In fact, there are numerous books available filled with all sorts of defenses and legal issues. You really should have an experienced attorney on your side. Call (877) Now

5 Jail Alternatives 4 First Time Offenders: Most first offenders only spend one night in jail, the night they were arrested. However, there are times when a first offender could be sentenced to additional jail. For example, if you were speeding, had children in the car, caused injuries, or were in an accident. Two or More Offenses: A jail sentence is mandatory if you have two or more offenses within 10 years. However, an experienced attorney will know how to maximize your chance to avoid jail by considering several alternatives to jail such as: Home Confinement Cal - Trans Community Service Rehabilitation SCRAM (Alcohol Monitoring) DUI Court Diversion For Military Vets Private Jail Trustee Programs Call (877) Today

6 5 Important DMV Driver Safety Offices Bakersfield 5800 District Blvd., Ste. 100-B, Phone (661) Fax (661) El Segundo 390 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 2075, Phone (310) Fax (310) San Bernardino 1845 Business Center Dr., Ste. 212, Phone (909) Fax (909) City of Commerce 5801 E. Slauson Ave, Suite 250, Phone (323) Fax (323) Fresno 2510 S. East Ave, Suite 310, Phone (559) Fax (559) or San Diego 1455 Frazee Rd., Suite 400, Phone (619) Fax (619) City of Orange 790 The City Dr., Suite 420, Phone (714) Fax (714) Oxnard 2051 North Solar Dr., Suite 100, Phone (805) Fax (805) Stockton 710 N. American St., Phone (209) Fax (209) Covina 1365 N. Grand Ave., Suite 101, Phone (626) Fax (626) Redding 2650 Churn Creek Rd., Suite 200, Phone (530) Fax (530) Van Nuys 6150 Van Nuys Blvd., Suite 205, Phone (818) Fax (818) For More Valuable Resources... No Jail Keep License Stay out of Court Examine Evidence Prepare Defense DUI Expert 15 Years Experience FST Certified Breath Test Certified Affordable Law Offices of Chad Maddox

7 Resources 6 3 Month DUI Classes in Orange County School Ten Inc Garden Grove Blvd. Westminster, CA (714) Academy Of Defensive Driving, Inc Rancho Viejo Rd, Ste 120 San Juan Capistrano, CA (949) Quail Street Newport Beach, CA (949) National Council on Alcoholism Mason, Suite 150 Irvine, California (949) National Traffic Safety Institute 2333 North Broadway, Suite 410 Santa Ana, CA (714) Santa Ana DDP 1631 North Bristol St., Suite 300 Santa Ana, CA (714) Korean Community Services, Inc 1060 Brookhurst Road Fullerton, CA (714) Harbor Blvd, Suite G Garden Grove, CA (714) ABC Traffic Programs 1501 N. Raymond Ave., Suite C-D Anaheim, CA (714) W. MacArthur Blvd, # 207 Santa Ana, CA (714) Verdugo Drive, Suite 101 Laguna Hills, CA (949) Call The Law Offices of Chad Maddox Every DUI Class in California Ignition Interlock (IID) Installers Insurance Companies Providing SR-22 Toxicology Experts FST Experts Rehab Facilities Call (877) Today

8 7 Breath Tests Problems with breath testing seems to be never-ending. Here s a list of some of the issues: The device is not alcohol specific. That means other things like, soy sauce, can cause a high reading. The device measures alcohol from your mouth. The machine can register alcohol that doesn t come from a lung, causing a false reading. The officer didn t wait long enough to give you the test. If you burp, or had anything in your mouth 15 minutes prior to the test, it could have caused a high reading. The device has not been calibrated properly, or often enough to ensure a consistently accurate measurement of blood alcohol content. You may have a medical condition causing a high reading such as GERD or a simple fever. Talk to an Attorney Certified in Breath Testing (877)

9 Blood Tests 8 Blood Tests are not much better. Some of the things your attorney should investigate are: Sufficient amount of sodium fluoride Sufficient amount of potassium oxalate Expiration date of the vial Proper mixing Refrigeration of the sample Analyzed by a certified technician Non-alcohol swab Drawn in a medically approved manner We Have Defended Drivers in Over 1000 Blood Cases (877)

10 9 Recent Victories People v. Brooke M. (Orange County) We filed a motion for violation of the Client s constitutional right to a speedy trial. The court agreed her right had been violated. DUI Hit and Run Case DISMISSED People v. Ricardo E. (Orange County) Chad Maddox was able to show that Client was not speeding; and, got the arresting officer to admit that the start and turn were not unsafe! The Judge threw out the evidence gathered by the police. DUI - Case DISMISSED People v. R.M. (Orange County) The Judge found the officer did not have a reason to stop the Client and threw out the evidence gathered by the police. DUI - Case DISMISSED People v. Schneider (Orange County) This driver hit 4 parked cars and then drove home. The DA agreed to dismiss the DUI and hit and run charges if the driver plead guilty to a wet reckless charge DUI HIT and RUN - Case DISMISSED People v. Villalobos (Orange County DUI) Client s BAC was.17%. He had a minor collision with a cop car. Client plead no contest to wet reckless. DUI - Case DISMISSED People v. Jason (Orange County DUI) After winning an important motion limiting the admissibility of breath evidence, the prosecution dropped one charge, and the judge found the driver Not Guilty of the other charge. DUI - Case DISMISSED People v Ramos (Los Angeles County DUI) Driver was 18 years old, and had an initial breath test of.12% in the field. After several days of trial, he was found NOT GUILTY of DUI/.08%. DUI - NOT GUILTY Krista M. v. DMV (Orange County) After reading our legal arguments, the DMV contacted us to settle the case. Before we ever set foot in a courtroom, the DMV set aside the license revocation. License Revocation Set Aside Jared H. v. DMV (Los Angeles County) We filed a writ of mandate alleging that the DMV had violated the Client s Due Process right to a fair and meaningful hearing before suspending his license. License Suspension Set Aside Joseph B. v. DMV (Los Angeles County) Case settled out of court. The DMV agreed to grant Client a new DMV hearing and stay the suspensions of her license pending the outcome of the new hearing. License Suspension Stay Granted David P. v. DMV (Los Angeles County) Client was arrested for DUI and provided a blood sample. We showed that Client s expert witness was credible and the DMV s expert was not. License Suspension Set Aside James V. v. DMV (Los Angeles County) The DMV revoked Client s license, including his Commercial Driver s License, after he was taken to the hospital unconscious from drinking too much alcohol at home. Client never drove after consuming alcohol. Writ of Mandate Granted - Both client s regular and COMMERCIAL LICENSE - REINSTATED Jack R. v. DMV (Orange County) We were able to demonstrate that DMV did not have the required documents until well after we had filed initial court documents seeking relief. License Suspension Set Aside Scott W. v. DMV (Los Angeles County) Soon after the judge put a stop to the DMV s action, the DMV contacted us and agreed to set aside the suspension action. License Suspension Set Aside Law Offices of Chad Maddox

11 Testimonials / Reviews 10 Chad Maddox did a stellar job defending my two DUI s. My sister, who is an attorney, read his flyer for DUI defense, which was one of hundreds sent to my house. I didn t need to appear in court once. He handled everything! I am so glad that I found Chad Maddox here on yelp his positive reviews have proven to be correct. From our first encounter with Chad he was very personable and willing to hear my story and was understanding of my situation. Leslie A Christian P Chad Maddox is the best of the best when it comes to DUI attorneys. I had flipped my car over and totaled it. A little over a year later and Chad was able to get my case dismissed! I didn t have to pay ANY fines or take any DUI classes! Throughout my case Chad worked tirelessly and diligently. His staff always kept me in the loop with timely phone calls, s, and letters. As we were gearing for trial I received a phone call Friday saying that we won the case and it was dismissed! If you ever get pulled over for a DUI Chad Maddox is the attorney for you. Brooke M Josh F Attorney Maddox is one of the best DUI and DMV attorneys in California. I have known attorney Maddox for over ten years and he has always been a zealous advocate for his clients! Chad Maddox really helped me get through a harrowing experience. I would recommend his excellent service and professionalism to anyone. He is unique among lawyers in that he genuinely cares about his clients! Mark R Ben W Chad took the time to listen to me, and after hearing my story he addressed what could be done to keep me out of jail rather than empty promises of getting me off completely. Chad was the best possible outcome for a rough situation. As a 3rd time DUI offender Chad Maddox gave me my life back. Chad really goes above and beyond to provide his clients with a reliable and informative process. I was never kept in the dark about any proceedings pertaining to my case! Daniel Shannon Call (877) Today

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