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DUI Arrest and Probable Cause

In San Diego, for you to be pulled over for a DUI the officer must have probable cause for pulling you over. That means that you cannot be stopped unless you break the law or show signs of irregular driving patterns that would lead someone to believe you are intoxicated at the time of driving. If you have been pulled over without probable cause and charged with a DUI it will be easier for your DUI attorney to fight your case because the police officer did not follow proper protocol for pulling over a suspected DUI driver.

When pulled over for a DUI in San Diego you will most likely be asked to perform a serious of sobriety tests to prove your ability or inability to operate a motor vehicle. At this point in time you may not consult with a DUI attorney over the phone; you will have to make the decision yourself whether to accept the tests or decline them. One thing you should know is that these sobriety tests are voluntary but in most cases should be taken because if refused it can act as evidence against you in a court of law especially if there is other evidence against you. Any San Diego DUI attorney will tell you in most cases it is better to take a sobriety test and fail than to refuse a sobriety test all together.

If you are in need of a skilled San Diego DUI lawyer do not hesitate to contact The Law Offices of James V. Bickford, IV for an initial free consultation. San Diego DUI attorney James V. Bickford, IV has years of experience and has dedicated his law firm to defending clients charged with DUI and other alcohol related offenses in San Diego. If you are looking for a San Diego DUI attorney with a proven track record look no further. San Diego DUI lawyer James V. Bickford, IV has been defending clients since 2000 and has a long list of satisfied clients.