Yolo County DUI Lawyer With Prosecutorial Experience
A Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charge can leave you unsure of what comes next. You may be worried about your driver’s license, your ability to work, or the possibility of going to court. Getting a clear understanding of your situation can help you make informed decisions about your defense.
At Bold, Polisner, Maddow, Nelson & Judson, our team includes defense attorney Ashley M. Harvey, who represents people facing DUI charges in Yolo and Sacramento counties. With a decade of experience as a former deputy district attorney, she can help you understand the legal process in California, evaluate the evidence, and prepare your defense.
DUI Defense In Yolo And Sacramento Counties
DUI cases can move quickly, and local court practices can affect how they proceed. Ms. Harvey most often represents clients in Sacramento County Superior Court and Yolo County Superior Court, where she spent her time as a prosecutor. Her familiarity with local courts, prosecutors and procedures can help her assess your case and build your defense in the court where it is pending.
DUI Defense For First-Time And Repeat Charges
If you have been charged with DUI, the charges and potential consequences can depend on what happened during the arrest and whether you have prior DUI convictions. Ashley handles DUI defense involving first-time and repeat allegations, including misdemeanor and felony charges.
Pretrial Negotiations And DUI Trial Representation
Every DUI case presents different issues. Ashley will carefully review your case to address certain factors, including the legal basis for the traffic stop and arrest, if officers properly conducted field sobriety tests, if required procedures were followed for any breath or blood testing. Ms. Harvey will also fully evaluate the police reports and all other evidence involved in your case to determine your best defense.
Many DUI cases do resolve before trial. Others require further court proceedings or a trial. Ashley can evaluate the evidence and the prosecutor’s position when considering how to potentially resolve your case prior to trial.
If the case proceeds to trial, Ashley can draw on her courtroom experience to challenge the prosecution’s evidence and present your defense.
A Former Prosecutor Bringing A Different Perspective To DUI Defense
Before joining our team at Bold, Polisner, Maddow, Nelson & Judson, Ms. Harvey served as a local prosecutor for over 10 years.
That experience gives Ashley insight into how prosecutors review evidence and prepare criminal cases. She can draw on that perspective when evaluating your DUI defense.
A DUI Arrest Can Affect Your License Status
A DUI arrest can trigger two separate processes. The criminal case, if you are charged, takes place in court, while the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) process is administrative and concerns your driving privileges. Each has its own requirements and deadlines.
In many DUI cases, you have 10 days to seek a DMV administrative hearing after receiving the suspension or revocation order. You should be aware of this deadline so you can address the DMV process alongside your criminal case. Ashley can discuss this process with you.
Discuss Your DUI Case With A Yolo County DUI Lawyer
A DUI charge can affect your driving privileges and your future. Having an attorney review the stop, arrest, testing and other evidence can help you understand where your case stands and what options may be available.
Call 925-933-7777 to discuss your DUI matter or contact us online.