Los Angeles DUI Lawyer Blog

Under California Penal Code 10851, a person is guilty of Grand Theft Auto if they drive or take a vehicle that is not their own, without consent, with the intent to temporarily or permanently deprive the owner of the title or possession of the vehicle. Those found guilty will face a felony conviction and a sentence of jail time and/or fines.

Additionally, in 2009 Court's were authorized to impose an added penalty of a suspension or revocation of driving privileges by the California Penal Code. The court's are not required to provide a specific period for which your license may be suspended or revoked, but have the authority to leave it open with no set ending date.

This means that if you are convicted of Grand Theft Auto, you will not only face a felony sentence of jail time, and/or a fine, but you may also face a separate penalty from the DMV. An experienced Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney has handled many cases in front the DMV, including thousands of DUI cases.

A powerful argument is not only necessary in the courtroom, but in regards to your driving privileges as well. If you use a car to get from home to work or school, a revoked or suspended license will add unnecessary hassle to your already stressful life. A California Criminal Defense attorney will provide evidence and effective argument to persuade the Judge and Prosecution to allow you to keep your driving privileges, or in the very least have the use of a restricted license.

Although the law is relatively new, a knowledgeable attorney who specializes in DUI has been fighting for a client's right to keep their license for years as it is a required sentence in all DUI convictions. As a result, many people have retained their rights, and avoided jail time even with serious DUI convictions through the use of a Los Angeles Criminal Defense attorney.