◈ Homepage — http://www.northerncaliforniacriminaldefense.com/FREE CONSULTATION CALL (628) 946 - 2233 Home Areas Of Practice About Resources Contact The #1 Client Rated DUI Defense Firm in the Bay Area Over 500 Five Star Reviews           Automobile Crimes Silveira Law is unique among Bay Area Criminal Defense Firms, as we also specialize in defending Automobile Crimes… Learn More DUI Defense Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or DUI, is a serious offense that comes with severe penalties… Learn More Criminal Defense Silveira Law provides experienced, intelligent and effective representation in most types of Criminal matters… Learn More Silveira Law On National TV – Two Warrants Recalled And Two Serious Criminal Cases Dismissed Silveira Law represented one of the youngest champion arm wrestlers of all time, and was featured on AMC’s reality show “Game of Arms”. Click on the video below to view footage that was filmed after a successful court hearing. Bay Area DUI Lawyer Representing the Bay Area for Over a Decade Representing the San Francisco Bay Area for over 14 years, Silveira Law, PC exclusively represents clients in the following Bay Area Counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, Contra Costa and Alameda. Silveira Law, PC specializes in the following areas of law: Driving Under the Influence (DUI) (All types of DUI such as First Offense, Second Offense, Third Offense, Felony, With Injury, With Refusal, With High Blood Alcohol, With Accident, With Child Endangerment, Underage) Automobile Crimes (Such as Hit and Run, Reckless Driving, Speed Contest, Suspended License, Evading Police and Vehicular Manslaughter) Criminal Defense (We handle many types of Criminal matters, such as Domestic Violence, Drug Offenses, Vandalism, Weapons Violations and others) Department of Motor Vehicles Issues (Such as DUI Admin Per Se DUI Hearings and Negligent Operator Hearings) Drunk Driving Defense If you have been charged with drunk driving, you will want the assistance of a Bay Area DUI Lawyer. Drunk driving is a very serious charge that carries penalties that can include jail time, monetary fines, and license suspensions. You should know that there are defenses to a DUI charge even if you allegedly failed a field sobriety test or blood alcohol test. In addition, an experienced attorney might be able to help you negotiate a deal so that you can avoid the most serious penalties. Criminal Offenses Involving Automobiles Silveira Law is unique among Bay Area Criminal Defense Firms, as we also specialize in defending crimes involving automobiles. Our knowledge and experience in dealing with these types of vehicle-related crimes allows us to obtain the best results possible for clients: Hit and Run (with or without injury) Evading Police Suspended License Violations Vehicular Manslaughter Reckless Driving Speed Contest Criminal Defense Silveira Law handles may types of Criminal matters.  With Silveira Law, you will have an Attorney that is dedicated to obtaining the best possible outcome for your case.  Don’t risk your future with an Attorney that is not experienced and motivated enough to truly look out for your interests. Representation Before the DMV If you have an upcoming DMV hearing, you may want to consult with a knowledgeable attorney to discuss your options. Mr. Silveira has extensive experience representing clients at the DMV for reasons such as negligent operator hearings, medical re-examinations, DUI admin per se hearings, and potential license suspensions. Contact us for a FREE consultation! Send Now Please do not include any confidential or sensitive information in this form. This form sends information by non-encrypted e-mail which is not secure. Submitting this form does not create an attorney-client relationship.  (628) 946-2233  San Francisco Office 315 Montgomery St., Suite 917 San Francisco, CA 94104    Redwood City Office 303 Twin Dolphin Dr. #600 Redwood City, CA 94065  Oakland Office 1901 Harrison St., #1100 Oakland, CA 94612 Over 500 Five Star Reviews Copyright © 2019, Silveira Law. | Silveira Law, PC represents clients in the following counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, Contra Costa and Alameda. ◈ Interior Pages — 7 pages crawledDUI | Silveira Law Free Consultation call (628) 946 - 2233 Home Areas Of Practice DUI Vehicle Crimes Criminal Defense About Resources Contact Select Page DUI Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or DUI, is a serious offense that comes with severe penalties. If you are charged with DUI, you should consider hiring a skilled DUI attorney to help you navigate the criminal justice system. A DUI lawyer can negotiate reduction of your charges and keep you out of jail, or even have your charges entirely dismissed. Based in San Francisco, San Mateo & Alameda Counties, DUI Attorney Mike Silveira has successfully handled over 1000 DUI cases of all types throughout the Bay Area and Northern California, including: DUI when under 21 years old, driving with %.01 or more blood alcohol concentration [VC 23136] DUI when under 21 years old, driving with %.05 or more blood alcohol concentration [VC 23140] Driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs [VC 23152(a)] Driving with a blood alcohol concentration of %.08 or higher [VC 23152(b)] DUI causing injury to another person [VC 23153] You may also be facing the following enhancements that make your DUI punishment harsher: Blood alcohol concentration over %.15 [VC 23578] Blood alcohol concentration over %.20 [VC 23578] Refusing to complete a chemical test to determine blood alcohol concentration [VC 23577; VC 13353] DUI while speeding 30 mph over the posted speed limit [VC 23582] A skilled DUI lawyer will aggressively attack all enhancements and allegations against you. DUI Defenses There are many potential defenses to DUI charges, which include the following: FERMENTATION OF THE BLOOD SAMPLE Quite often, law enforcement will not use the correct amount of preservative in the vial of blood they draw from you. If an inadequate amount of preservative is mixed with your blood sample, your blood may ferment during storage, causing a much higher blood alcohol concentration (bac) when tested. INCORRECT CALIBRATION OF THE PAS DEVICE OR BREATHALYZER If you were tested with a breath alcohol machine that was incorrectly calibrated, your true blood alcohol concentration could be much lower than reported. PARTITION RATIO You may have a different partition ratio than the average person – this can dramatically affect the reading of your blood alcohol concentration when you take a breath alcohol test. Breath alcohol concentration tests are really an estimate of your actual blood alcohol concentration. Alcohol in your blood gets you drunk, not alcohol in your breath. For example, after drinking three beers, two people may both have a true blood alcohol concentration of %.07. However, because the two people have different partition ratios, one person’s breath test may show an incorrect %.10 bac reading, and the other person’s breath test may show a true %.07 bac reading. IMPROPERLY INSTRUCTED FIELD SOBRIETY TESTS Law enforcement officers often give incomplete or incorrect instructions prior to field sobriety testing. If you were instructed incorrectly, the results of the test are highly unreliable. IMPROPER TRAFFIC STOP Law enforcement officers may pull you over thinking that you violated a traffic law, when in fact, you did not. If you were improperly pulled over, all evidence obtained after the stop must be suppressed and cannot be used against you in court. Here are some of the penalties for conviction of DUI in California First DUI Offense Second Drunk Driving Conviction Third Drunk Driving Conviction Court Probation from 3 to 5 Years There is no probation officer, but no drinking and driving during this time. Suspended California Drivers License for 6 months While driving on a suspended license is forbidden, your DUI lawyer can help you obtain a restricted license which will permit you to drive to and from school and/or work. Driving Under the Influence School Usually your Blood Alcohol Level will determine how many hours of DUI School you must attend. The required hours can range from 12 to 45. Your attorney can assist you in trying to decrease the number of hours you have to spend at DUI School. Fine These fines will also include your court fees and costs. The amount varies, but generally ranges from $1,400 to $1,800. Usually, the court requires that the fines be paid in their entirety within 45 days; however, for an additional charge, the court allows these monies to be paid over time. Some courts do allow you to work off a portion of your fine by completing community service. Mandatory Jail Time of 48 Hours You will be facing jail time, but your attorney will negotiate with the court to allow your jail time to be converted to a work program. You may also be entitled to credit for time already served. Ignition Interlock Device (Depending on County of Conviction) Individuals convicted of a first offense DUI in the counties of: Los Angeles, Alameda, Sacramento or Tulare, will be ordered to have an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) installed on all of their vehicles. These IIDs will remain on the vehicles for 5 months. If you caused an injury to another person during the offense, the IID may be required for 12 months. All First DUI Offense penalties/punishments apply with the following changes The fine is increased to between $1,800 and $2,800. You will lose your driver license for up to 2 years. Your attorney may be able to request a restricted driver’s license for you after one year of your suspension has been completed. At that time, you may also be required to install an IID on your vehicles. You will be required to attend a Driving Under the Influence program for a period of 18 months. Jail time often ranges from 10 days to 60 days depending on the county of conviction. You will be facing a minimum of 120 days in jail to maximum of one year. A DUI Lawyer can help you avoid serving your time in custody; a treatment program and/or house arrest (ankle bracelet) are possible alternatives to jail. Contact us for a FREE consultation! Name Email Address Phone Message Send Now Please do not include any confidential or sensitive information in this form. This form sends information by non-encrypted e-mail which is not secure. Submitting this form does not create an attorney-client relationship.  (628) 946-2233  San Francisco Office 315 Montgomery St., Suite 917 San Francisco, CA 94104    Redwood City Office 303 Twin Dolphin Dr. #600 Redwood City, CA 94065  Oakland Office 1901 Harrison St., #1100 Oakland, CA 94612 Follow Follow Follow Follow Over 500 Five Star Reviews Copyright © 2019, Silveira Law. | Silveira Law, PC represents clients in the following counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, Contra Costa and Alameda. About | Silveira Law Free Consultation call (628) 946 - 2233 Home Areas Of Practice DUI Vehicle Crimes Criminal Defense About Resources Contact Select Page About Silveira Law For well over a decade , Silveira Law has represented more than 10000 clients with legal issues ranging from Felony and Misdemeanor DUI , Hit and Run and Reckless Driving to Suspended License violations , Domestic Violence Offenses , Drug Offenses, Vandalism, Theft, Red Light Camera Tickets and all types of Traffic violations . Over time, we have established ourselves as the #1 Client Rated Criminal Defense Firm in Northern California specializing in DUI and crimes involving automobiles. We pride ourselves in obtaining the best possible results for clients. Our formula is simple: Experience + Dedication = Results. We care not only about our ability to provide the best outcome possible, but we also provide a compassionate and understanding experience for our clients. This means we are highly communicative, responsive and understand what our clients are going through. Whether this is a Felony matter where the potential for prison time exists, to a DUI or speeding violation that might cost a commercial driver his employment, we take our clients’ interests extremely seriously. We are not here to judge you, we are here to understand and support you. We are experienced, we are local and we are the best at what we do ! We look forward to representing you. Contact us for a FREE consultation! Name Email Address Phone Message Send Now Please do not include any confidential or sensitive information in this form. This form sends information by non-encrypted e-mail which is not secure. Submitting this form does not create an attorney-client relationship.  (628) 946-2233  San Francisco Office 315 Montgomery St., Suite 917 San Francisco, CA 94104    Redwood City Office 303 Twin Dolphin Dr. #600 Redwood City, CA 94065  Oakland Office 1901 Harrison St., #1100 Oakland, CA 94612 Follow Follow Follow Follow Over 500 Five Star Reviews Copyright © 2019, Silveira Law. | Silveira Law, PC represents clients in the following counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, Contra Costa and Alameda. Silveira Law | Bay Area DUI Lawyer - San Mateo County, California Traffic Ticket Attorney Free Consultation call (628) 946 - 2233 Home Areas Of Practice DUI Vehicle Crimes Criminal Defense About Resources Contact Select Page The #1 Client Rated DUI Defense Firm in the Bay Area Over 500 Five Star Reviews Automobile Crimes Silveira Law is unique among Bay Area Criminal Defense Firms, as we also specialize in defending Automobile Crimes… Learn More DUI Defense Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or DUI, is a serious offense that comes with severe penalties… Learn More Criminal Defense Silveira Law provides experienced, intelligent and effective representation in most types of Criminal matters… Learn More Silveira Law On National TV – Two Warrants Recalled And Two Serious Criminal Cases Dismissed Silveira Law represented one of the youngest champion arm wrestlers of all time, and was featured on AMC’s reality show “Game of Arms”. Click on the video below to view footage that was filmed after a successful court hearing. Bay Area DUI Lawyer Representing the Bay Area for Over a Decade Representing the San Francisco Bay Area for over 14 years, Silveira Law, PC exclusively represents clients in the following Bay Area Counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, Contra Costa and Alameda. Silveira Law, PC specializes in the following areas of law: Driving Under the Influence (DUI) (All types of DUI such as First Offense, Second Offense, Third Offense, Felony, With Injury, With Refusal, With High Blood Alcohol, With Accident, With Child Endangerment, Underage) Automobile Crimes (Such as Hit and Run, Reckless Driving, Speed Contest, Suspended License, Evading Police and Vehicular Manslaughter) Criminal Defense (We handle many types of Criminal matters, such as Domestic Violence, Drug Offenses, Vandalism, Weapons Violations and others) Department of Motor Vehicles Issues (Such as DUI Admin Per Se DUI Hearings and Negligent Operator Hearings) Drunk Driving Defense If you have been charged with drunk driving, you will want the assistance of a Bay Area DUI Lawyer. Drunk driving is a very serious charge that carries penalties that can include jail time, monetary fines, and license suspensions. You should know that there are defenses to a DUI charge even if you allegedly failed a field sobriety test or blood alcohol test. In addition, an experienced attorney might be able to help you negotiate a deal so that you can avoid the most serious penalties. Criminal Offenses Involving Automobiles Silveira Law is unique among Bay Area Criminal Defense Firms, as we also specialize in defending crimes involving automobiles. Our knowledge and experience in dealing with these types of vehicle-related crimes allows us to obtain the best results possible for clients: Hit and Run (with or without injury) Evading Police Suspended License Violations Vehicular Manslaughter Reckless Driving Speed Contest Criminal Defense Silveira Law handles may types of Criminal matters. With Silveira Law, you will have an Attorney that is dedicated to obtaining the best possible outcome for your case. Don’t risk your future with an Attorney that is not experienced and motivated enough to truly look out for your interests. Representation Before the DMV If you have an upcoming DMV hearing, you may want to consult with a knowledgeable attorney to discuss your options. Mr. Silveira has extensive experience representing clients at the DMV for reasons such as negligent operator hearings, medical re-examinations, DUI admin per se hearings, and potential license suspensions. Contact us for a FREE consultation! Name Email Address Phone Message Send Now Please do not include any confidential or sensitive information in this form. This form sends information by non-encrypted e-mail which is not secure. Submitting this form does not create an attorney-client relationship.  (628) 946-2233  San Francisco Office 315 Montgomery St., Suite 917 San Francisco, CA 94104    Redwood City Office 303 Twin Dolphin Dr. #600 Redwood City, CA 94065  Oakland Office 1901 Harrison St., #1100 Oakland, CA 94612 Follow Follow Follow Follow Over 500 Five Star Reviews Copyright © 2019, Silveira Law. | Silveira Law, PC represents clients in the following counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, Contra Costa and Alameda. Vehicle Crimes | Silveira Law Free Consultation call (628) 946 - 2233 Home Areas Of Practice DUI Vehicle Crimes Criminal Defense About Resources Contact Select Page Vehicle Crimes Criminal Vehicle Violations such as Hit-and-Run, Reckless Driving, Driving on a Suspended License and Vehicular Manslaughter are among the most serious traffic-related violations. Silveira Law also provides expert defense in these types of Criminal Cases. It is highly recommended that if you are charged with a Felony or Misdemeanor violation of the California Vehicle Code, that you retain a Bay Area Criminal Defense Attorney that focuses on these types of offenses; keep in mind that a Criminal Defense Lawyer who is a general practitioner, without a focus on these types of cases, may not be able to obtain the same positive results for you as Silveira Law. Expert Vehicle Code Attorneys When charged with a Felony or Misdemeanor violation, having knowledgeable and experienced counsel on your side is crucial. Felony offenses, such as Hit-and-Run with Injury and Evading an Officer, subject you to potential long-term incarceration in Jail or even Prison. Even misdemeanor violations, such as Reckless Driving and Suspended License carry potential Jail sentences. There are many ways to attack these types of charges, and many positive results that can be achieved. Some sample outcomes from past Felony and Misdemeanor criminal cases that Silveira Law has handled include: Reduction of Felony Offenses to Misdemeanor Offenses with No Jail Time Reduction of Misdemeanor Offenses to simple Traffic Ticket Infractions Diversion or Deferred Entry of Judgment (which means dismissal after maintaining a clean record and/or attending classes) Complete Dismissal Prior to Trial Not Guilty Verdict After a Trial We actively research all current Vehicle Crime information and court cases as they become available, so we can continue to win cases for our clients. We are also very familiar with the various Bay Area Criminal Courts where these types of cases are filed – we know the players and we know the game. What We Do We handle every type of Vehicle Crime, including: Driving on a Suspended License Reckless Driving Transporting Narcotics Evading an Officer (Felony and Misdemeanor) Hit-and-Run (Felony and Misdemeanor) Street Racing Vehicular Manslaughter (Felony and Misdemeanor) If you’re looking for an experienced San Francisco Bay Area Criminal Defense Lawyer to represent you in criminal court, we fight all types of felony and misdemeanor vehicle-related violations. We represent our clients with compassion and toughness, always striving for the best possible outcome. The potential consequences of a misdemeanor vehicle crime usually include a fine, 2 points on your driving record, higher insurance costs, Jail time and license suspensions. The potential consequences of a felony vehicle crime also usually include 2 points on a driving record and significantly raised insurance costs, lengthy potential Jail or Prison sentences, and serious and long-lasting driver license consequences (suspension, revocation, etc.) Protect all that you have worked so hard for in your life, and minimize or erase the potential terrible effects that a serious crime can cause you – hire the best in Bay Area Criminal Defense. We look forward to representing you. Contact us for a FREE consultation! Name Email Address Phone Message Send Now Please do not include any confidential or sensitive information in this form. This form sends information by non-encrypted e-mail which is not secure. Submitting this form does not create an attorney-client relationship.  (628) 946-2233  San Francisco Office 315 Montgomery St., Suite 917 San Francisco, CA 94104    Redwood City Office 303 Twin Dolphin Dr. #600 Redwood City, CA 94065  Oakland Office 1901 Harrison St., #1100 Oakland, CA 94612 Follow Follow Follow Follow Over 500 Five Star Reviews Copyright © 2019, Silveira Law. | Silveira Law, PC represents clients in the following counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, Contra Costa and Alameda. Contact | Silveira Law Free Consultation call (628) 946 - 2233 Home Areas Of Practice DUI Vehicle Crimes Criminal Defense About Resources Contact Select Page Contact Us  San Francisco Office 315 Montgomery St., #917 San Francisco, CA 94104 Map and Driving Directions Phone: (628) 946-2233  Redwood City Office 303 Twin Dolphin Dr. #600 Redwood City, CA 94065 Map and Driving Directions Phone: (628) 946-2233  Oakland Office 1901 Harrison St., Suite 1100 Oakland, CA 94612 Map and Driving Directions Phone: (628) 946-2233 Contact us for a FREE consultation! Name Email Address Phone Message Send Now Please do not include any confidential or sensitive information in this form. This form sends information by non-encrypted e-mail which is not secure. Submitting this form does not create an attorney-client relationship. Client Reviews Follow Follow Follow Follow Copyright © 2019, Silveira Law. | Silveira Law, PC represents clients in the following counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, Contra Costa and Alameda. Resources | Silveira Law Free Consultation call (628) 946 - 2233 Home Areas Of Practice DUI Vehicle Crimes Criminal Defense About Resources Contact Select Page Resources California Court Forms California Law DMV Negligent Operator Information Domestic Violence and Restraining Orders Contact us for a FREE consultation! Name Email Address Phone Message Send Now Please do not include any confidential or sensitive information in this form. This form sends information by non-encrypted e-mail which is not secure. Submitting this form does not create an attorney-client relationship.  (628) 946-2233  San Francisco Office 315 Montgomery St., Suite 917 San Francisco, CA 94104    Redwood City Office 303 Twin Dolphin Dr. #600 Redwood City, CA 94065  Oakland Office 1901 Harrison St., #1100 Oakland, CA 94612 Follow Follow Follow Follow Over 500 Five Star Reviews Copyright © 2019, Silveira Law. | Silveira Law, PC represents clients in the following counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, Contra Costa and Alameda. Criminal Defense | Silveira Law Free Consultation call (628) 946 - 2233 Home Areas Of Practice DUI Vehicle Crimes Criminal Defense About Resources Contact Select Page Criminal Defense Silveira Law, PC handles most types of Criminal offenses, such as Domestic Violence, Drug Offenses, Theft, Assault & Battery, and Weapons Violations. Our goal is to find a way to obtain a dismissal for our clients, whether that be by filing pre-trial motions, obtaining placement in a Diversion program, or by litigating matters at trial. If a dismissal is not possible, we advocate for a reduction in charges, and also for the least amount of punishment possible. Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney – Dedicated to Your Case When you are represented by Silveira Law, you have an Attorney that is dedicated to obtaining the best possible result for your case. Our practice is 100% dedicated to defending people charged with crimes. Our goal is always complete dismissal of all charges, and if that is not possible, we will aggressively pursue a reduction in charges, and the least amount of punishment. Keeping our clients out of jail, and able to work and live their lives is a priority. We handle many types of Criminal matters, including: Warrant Clearances Expungement of Criminal Records Probation Violations Domestic Violence Drug Offenses Theft Offenses Assault & Battery Vandalism Prostitution Offenses Gun Charges Brandishing a Weapon And Many Other Types of Offenses If you’re looking for an experienced Bay Area Criminal Defense Lawyer to represent you, one who actually cares about your interests and obtaining the best result possible for you, you have come to the right place. We know exactly what is needed to win and how to keep you protected. Don’t risk your future with an Attorney that lacks the experience and motivation needed to protect your rights.   Contact us for a FREE consultation! Name Email Address Phone Message Send Now Please do not include any confidential or sensitive information in this form. This form sends information by non-encrypted e-mail which is not secure. Submitting this form does not create an attorney-client relationship.  (628) 946-2233  San Francisco Office 315 Montgomery St., Suite 917 San Francisco, CA 94104    Redwood City Office 303 Twin Dolphin Dr. #600 Redwood City, CA 94065  Oakland Office 1901 Harrison St., #1100 Oakland, CA 94612 Follow Follow Follow Follow Over 500 Five Star Reviews Copyright © 2019, Silveira Law. | Silveira Law, PC represents clients in the following counties: San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Marin, Contra Costa and Alameda.