Las Vegas DUI Attorney

With over forty years of combined experience, the De Castroverde Law Group has the skill and ability to fight even the most serious DUI charges. Known for our aggressive defense, our legal team works tirelessly to protect our clients from false allegations and harsh convictions. If you have been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drug, it is strongly recommended you talk to a Las Vegas DUI attorney from our firm as soon as possible. Time is crucial in these cases as evidence can be lost. We are familiar with the science and law behind DUI cases. We also know that many people are punished because of evidence from breath and blood tests that was not accurate. As you could be at risk of losing your driver's license, paying steep fines, and spending time in jail or prison, contact us as soon as possible for a free case evaluation.

Defense for Drunk Driving Charges

DUI stands for driving under the influence of any type of mind altering substance. Often referred to as drunk driving, this criminal offense involves operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This may be proven in different ways, depending on the specific case. In most situations, the prosecuting attorney will use breath or blood test results to prove that the driver was "under the influence." If the driver takes a breath test or blood test and the result shows a blood alcohol concentration of .08% or greater, the driver is considered to be intoxicated in the eyes of the law. Another possible route for the prosecution to take, independently or in an attempt to support breath/blood test results, is the driver's performance on field sobriety tests. These tests gauge a driver's coordination, balance and ability to follow instructions and may be used as evidence that a driver's normal abilities were significantly impaired and that he or she was therefore under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance.

Although the evidence in a Las Vegas drunk driving case may seem irrefutable, there are ways that an attorney can successfully beat your DUI. For example, blood alcohol tests must be performed in accordance with particular standards, including the calibration and maintenance of the breath test device. A similar principle applies to field sobriety tests. The tests must be administered and graded properly by the arresting officer. By challenging a breath or blood test, field sobriety test, or even the initial police stop that led to our arrest, your Las Vegas DUI attorney may be able to help you avoid a criminal conviction for drunk driving.

DUI Lawyer Serving Las Vegas, Nevada

At our office, we understand that these charges are among some of the most disturbing. It will not only leave you struggling to fight to retain your driving privileges, but it may also cause you to face unnecessary personal repercussions within your family and the community. Others may fear for your driving skills or even your parenting skills, if you have children. Our firm is here to ensure that your case remains as quick and as quiet as possible, respecting your wishes for confidentiality.

We provide exceptional defense for virtually all drunk driving cases. If your case involves a commercial driver's license DUI, you face the possibility of lifelong commercial driver's license (CDL) suspension if convicted. The laws regarding DUI charges for CDL drivers differ on the legal limit of blood alcohol concentration. Commercial drivers will be charged with a DUI if they are caught with a blood alcohol concentration of .04% or greater or if they display behavior that indicates that their abilities are impaired by alcohol. The team at De Castroverde Law Group can protect your interests to the fullest extent of the law regardless of the situation you are in. If you have been charged with a DUI of drugs for driving under the influence of a controlled substance, you may lose your driver's license and face criminal charges if convicted. A charge for DUI manslaughter is even more serious, and you could face up to 20 years in prison if you are convicted of such a crime. We are committed to providing our clients with aggressive representation in the realm of DUI accidents, so contact us today if you are facing charges for a DUI with injury, felony DUI, multiple DUI, out of state DUI or underage DUI. Furthermore, we can provide you with information regarding the DMV hearing and how the outcome of your case will affect your auto insurance, whether your vehicle will be impounded and if you will have to install an ignition interlock device.

First Time DUI
After a person is pulled over, asked to complete field sobriety tests or breath tests, and then arrested for their first drunk driving offense, they are often confused as to how to handle to situation. Many times, this will be the defendant's first run in with the law, and they are unaware that a person must act quickly to prevent permanent damage to their criminal record, driving record and personal life. Calling your attorney is the first move to make, alongside scheduling a DMV hearing within days of your arrest. After this, your DUI defense lawyer will work day in and day out to ensure that a competent defense strategy is approached and utilized. With an effective defense, you may find that your charges can be dropped or reduced. Click here to read more about first time DUI offense.

If you are interested in learning more about your case and what can be done to fight your driving under the influence charges, feel free to contact an attorney at the De Castroverde Law Group. We are a family of attorneys and treat our clients like family too, taking care to provide the personal attention and compassionate care they deserve combined with the aggressive representation they need to seek the best possible outcome to their cases.

Contact a Las Vegas DUI attorney at our law offices today!