◈ Homepage — https://www.oaklandduiattorneys.com/Oakland DUI Attorneys HOME DUI LAWYERS TESTIMONIALS LOCATION CALL: (510) 488-3000 5-Star Rated Oakland DUI Lawyers Don't Face Your DUI Alone We specialize in defending people accused of DUI. Put an experienced and talented team of DUI lawyers on your side. Call Our Oakland DUI Hotline! Dial (510) 488-3000 – Top-Rated DUI Lawyers in Oakland, California Oakland DUI Lawyer In California, Driving Under the Influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs or both is probably the most prosecuted crime. Getting arrested for a DUI can be scary and you need to talk to an attorney about what your options are. In less than 2 minutes, you can be connected to an attorney to talk about how to keep your license, the defenses that apply to your case, and what possible penalties the judge will consider. Rather than anxiously beat yourself up for an arrest or a night gone wrong, talk to an attorney to tell us what happened so we can give you a personal assessment of what will likely happen in your case. Everybody gets a DUI. Parents, students, grandparents, professionals, even police officers can get arrested for drinking and driving. It happens to good people. Somehow you’ve found yourself in the back of a police car and you’re on your way to jail. You end up at Glenn Dyer, Santa Rita, the Martinez Detention Facility, or a local CHP office and you find yourself asking where it all went wrong. Was it when you were crossing the bay bridge on the way home? Near Emeryville Ikea where everyone seems to get pulled over? On the 80, 880, 24, or 580 freeway? It doesn’t matter what city you’re in when it happens, getting pulled over and then arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) can be extremely overwhelming and scary. The uncertainty of what will happen with your driver’s license or in court can be overwhelming. The reality is that even though your situation may seem “hopeless” especially if you are charged, this doesn’t always mean that you will be convicted as well. For most DUIs, especially those that don’t involve an accident or great bodily injury, the penalties don’t involve any more jail time and after jumping a few hoops, it’s quite easy to get your license back. It used to be much worse prior to 2019 when people had to wait one whole month to get their license back with the DMV. Each case is different, especially if you have multiple DUI arrests from the past or an accident was involved. The best thing for you to do is get solid advice about what will happen in your specific case. After a 30 minute consultation with Lamano Law Office, you will know what the best case, worst case, and likely scenario is in your DUI. Call us today at (510) 488-3000 for a free consultation with an Oakland DUI lawyer. What Happens With a First Time DUI Offense in California? The first time you find yourself in a bad position because you got behind the wheel of your car after having one too many at the restaurant, bar, or club could be a seriously bad situation. A first-time DUI arrest is likely the first time you have ever experienced being arrested, going to jail, waiting to post bail and get out and recover from what is probably the worst night of your adult life thus far. It is humiliating and exhausting and, honestly, law enforcement means for it to be that way. They want first time offenders to remember it clearly and avoid the same situation at all costs in the future. Other elements that go with that bad experience for first -time DUI offenders are also geared toward avoidance behavior within the legal system. You’re looking at fines, penalties, and costs from taking classes as well as having equipment added to your car in order for you to be able to drive. Some of the punishments could include: Fines that add up to 4 times the original quoted amount due to fees, costs, etc. A $390 fine is actually going to cost you potentially $2000 48 hours in jail that could go to 6 months in some situations A 4-month driver’s license suspension An alcohol treatment program of varying length – 4 months up to 9 months in most cases Going through a hospital and/or morgue program in Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa or San Mateo County This is just the start, too. More could be waiting for you from the legal system, and then you have to deal with the personal mayhem that can be a result of a first-time DUI. Problems in your relationship with your significant other, mounting debt, possible negative impact on your job are just some of the things you could be dealing with as an outcome from a first-time DUI. Multiple DUI Offenses What happens after a second or third DUI Arrest in California? A second DUI charge in California is no joke. Of course, a third DUI conviction is more severe. If you’ve been arrested for a DUI before, you know how it feels to be taken off to jail then wait to get out so you can do the next thing that could be the one thing that would help you most – call a Top-Rated DUI Defense Super Lawyer. Multiple DUI arrests will absolutely change your life and lifestyle for at least the next 1 to 2 years. Any DUI/DWI conviction subsequent to a first-time offense is going to come with stiffer penalties and punishments, and things will only get worse after that. A second DUI offense and conviction can include the following punishments: Up to 1 year in jail with a probable minimum of 90 days in there Fines that could be assessed up to $1000 A suspended driver’s license that will be on your record for up to 2 years A drug and/or alcohol program that runs for up to 30 months If you get a third DUI conviction, you’re looking at: Up to 1 year in jail with a probable minimum of 120 days in there Additional fines assessed up to $1000 A suspended driver’s license that will be on you for up to 3 years Another 30-month alcohol and drug program A 4th DUI conviction will face: Up to 16 months in jail with a minimum of 180 days Another set of fines up to $1000 Your driver’s license suspended for 4 years Probability of having a 4th conviction transmuted to felony DUI with further restrictions, fines, and punishments that could significantly impact your life further. Avoiding another DUI conviction needs to be your number one goal if you find yourself arrested for a multiple DUI charge and the first thing you need to do to make this a possibility is to call your very qualified and highly rated DUI criminal defense lawyer. You’ll never be able to know or understand all of what goes into whether a charge will go to conviction or get tossed out, but your criminal defense attorney can. They will look at all the possible evidence and what the State’s attorney is proposing, then advise you on the next steps. Oakland prosecutors have to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you were driving under the influence. If you have any mitigating circumstance or any other element that a criminal law attorney can use to your advantage you might have a chance of avoiding the additional DUI conviction – this is the best thing that could happen. Don’t delay if you have been arrested for DUI – call our law firm immediately, 510-488-3000. Free Consultation — Contact Lamano Law — Offices in Oakland, Downtown Oakland, Alameda, and Contra Costa Lamano Law invites you to schedule a no-charge, no-obligation case evaluation. Call our lawyers at (510) 488-3000. What We Do If you have a DUI/DWI case in Alameda, Fremont, Hayward, Dublin, Oakland, Richmond, Pittsburg or San Francisco, contact our office for a FREE consultation now! Any day, any time, for peace of mind! (510) 488-3000. Name * First Last Phone * Email * Comment or Message Join our informative newsletter Submit "I work with Givelle Lamano on a professional level and would recommend her services to anyone that needs expert Criminal Defense or a DUI Lawyer in South San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and surrounding communities. She is a straight shooter and a smart cookie who understands the criminal justice system and may be able to get your sentence reduced." Greg Beddor "This is my first time hiring Givelle Lamano as my attorney and she has done an outstanding job on my case. I would highly recommend Lamano Law to anybody that has a criminal case or pending DUI case. She got me the best result that she and I were both happy with." Jerome F. "From the initial conversation with Givelle, I felt at ease, and even though she recommended I not hire her, I did anyway for peace of mind. I highly recommend Lamano Law if you’re looking for someone to not only help but to also give you detailed information and leave no question of what needs to be done or what is expected of you. Thank you Givelle!" Yimboda "The best decision I ever made. Givelle and her team are fantastic. I was so scared and as soon as I got on the phone with Givelle she went over all my options and really gave me the confidence to move forward. I always got updates and whenever I called they knew exactly who I was which is so rare with lawyers...you really know that they care. If you're looking for a DUI lawyer or criminal lawyer this is the best law office." Evelyn M. "The absolute best!! This was the best decision I made after getting charged with a DUI. My charges was brought down to a wet wreckless and only 4 sessions (4 days) of DUI school. My license was never suspended. Givelle is honest, straight forward and a clear communicator. She will do everything in to getting you the best possible outcome." J. Maxamillion "I work with Givelle Lamano on a professional level and would recommend her services to anyone that needs expert Criminal Defense or a DUI Lawyer in South San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and surrounding communities. She is a straight shooter and a smart cookie who understands the criminal justice system and may be able to get your sentence reduced." Greg Beddor "This is my first time hiring Givelle Lamano as my attorney and she has done an outstanding job on my case. I would highly recommend Lamano Law to anybody that has a criminal case or pending DUI case. She got me the best result that she and I were both happy with." Jerome F. "From the initial conversation with Givelle, I felt at ease, and even though she recommended I not hire her, I did anyway for peace of mind. I highly recommend Lamano Law if you’re looking for someone to not only help but to also give you detailed information and leave no question of what needs to be done or what is expected of you. Thank you Givelle!" Yimboda "The best decision I ever made. Givelle and her team are fantastic. I was so scared and as soon as I got on the phone with Givelle she went over all my options and really gave me the confidence to move forward. I always got updates and whenever I called they knew exactly who I was which is so rare with lawyers...you really know that they care. If you're looking for a DUI lawyer or criminal lawyer this is the best law office." Evelyn M. "The absolute best!! This was the best decision I made after getting charged with a DUI. My charges was brought down to a wet wreckless and only 4 sessions (4 days) of DUI school. My license was never suspended. Givelle is honest, straight forward and a clear communicator. She will do everything in to getting you the best possible outcome." J. Maxamillion "I work with Givelle Lamano on a professional level and would recommend her services to anyone that needs expert Criminal Defense or a DUI Lawyer in South San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and surrounding communities. She is a straight shooter and a smart cookie who understands the criminal justice system and may be able to get your sentence reduced." Greg Beddor READ ALL CLIENT REVIEWS OAKLAND DUI Attorneys GIVELLE LAMANO MANJULA MARTIN ALANNA COOPERSMITH Lamano Law Office (LLO) is a woman owned and operated criminal defense firm located in Oakland, California. Our law firm protects individuals accused of crimes using a holistic approach influenced by restorative justice. We have 100% five-star reviews on Google, rated #1 for Criminal Defense Attorneys in Oakland on Yelp, and use a 150-point inspection list on every case to ensure the highest standards of legal representation. If you have a criminal defense or DUI/DWI case in Alameda, Fremont, Hayward, Dublin, Oakland, Richmond, Pittsburg or San Francisco, contact our office for a FREE consultation now! Any day, any time, for peace of mind! (510) 488-3000. OAKLAND DUI ATTORNEYS 220 4th St. Suite #200 Oakland, CA 94607 Phone: (510) 488-3000 ©2026 Oakland DUI Attorneys Website by Dan Gilroy Design ◈ Interior Pages — 6 pages crawledGivelle Lamano - Oakland DUI Attorneys Oakland DUI Attorneys Home Testimonials Location Call: (510) 488-3000 Givelle Lamano Oakland DUI Attorney GIVELLE LAMANO is a Bay Area criminal defense attorney who truly cares about her clients. She has represented people from all walks of life including gang members in prison appealing their life sentences to first time offenders who have never been arrested. She is licensed in both state and federal courts and has served as a court-appointed attorney for the Alameda County Bar Association. Ms. Lamano received the Super Lawyer Rising Star award in 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 for her professional achievement and peer recognition. She ranks in the top 2% of over 65,000 attorneys. She received the Client’s Choice award with Avvo from 2013 – 2016 and has a 10 ranking. In 2018, she was nominated as one of the top 40 under 40 by the National Trial Lawyers. Ms. Lamano takes a more holistic approach to criminal defense by taking time to understand why a person was arrested in the first place and what factors contributed to an arrest or allegation. By doing this, she highlights the good traits in people who find themselves in a bad situation. She then uses that information to present her clients in the most positive light when negotiating deals in court. Ms. Lamano does not believe one bad act should ruin a person’s life or define who they are. Her goal is simple – get the charges dismissed and help clients avoid legal trouble in the future. Ms. Lamano is also the founder of the Three Strikes Justice Center , a non-profit organization focused on alleviating the overcrowding of prisons through restorative justice. For 5-years, she served as a Board Member for Insight Prison Project , an organization providing services to prisoners and parolees all over California. She currently serves as a Board Member for Legal Services for Prisoners with Children , an Oakland-based non-profit organization that advocates to release incarcerated people, restore human and civil rights, and reunify families. Preceding her criminal defense work, Ms. Lamano represented low-wage and immigrant workers at the Women’s Employment Rights Clinic at Golden Gate University. Ms. Lamano began working at a young age in various blue-collar jobs so she is no stranger to hard work. She has spoken as a panelist for Women in Leadership and spends her free time with family and Boston Terrier. Back To Oakland DUI Attorneys "The best decision I ever made. Givelle and her team are fantastic. I was so scared and as soon as I got on the phone with Givelle she went over all my options and really gave me the confidence to move forward. I always got updates and whenever I called they knew exactly who I was which is so rare with lawyers...you really know that they care. If you're looking for a DUI lawyer or criminal lawyer this is the best law office." Evelyn M. "The absolute best!! This was the best decision I made after getting charged with a DUI. My charges was brought down to a wet wreckless and only 4 sessions (4 days) of DUI school. My license was never suspended. Givelle is honest, straight forward and a clear communicator. She will do everything in to getting you the best possible outcome." J. Maxamillion "I work with Givelle Lamano on a professional level and would recommend her services to anyone that needs expert Criminal Defense or a DUI Lawyer in South San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and surrounding communities. She is a straight shooter and a smart cookie who understands the criminal justice system and may be able to get your sentence reduced." Greg Beddor "This is my first time hiring Givelle Lamano as my attorney and she has done an outstanding job on my case. I would highly recommend Lamano Law to anybody that has a criminal case or pending DUI case. She got me the best result that she and I were both happy with." Jerome F. "From the initial conversation with Givelle, I felt at ease, and even though she recommended I not hire her, I did anyway for peace of mind. I highly recommend Lamano Law if you’re looking for someone to not only help but to also give you detailed information and leave no question of what needs to be done or what is expected of you. Thank you Givelle!" Yimboda OAKLAND DUI Attorneys Givelle Lamano Manjula Martin Alanna Coopersmith Lamano Law Office (LLO) is a woman owned and operated criminal defense firm located in Oakland, California. Our law firm protects individuals accused of crimes using a holistic approach influenced by restorative justice. We have 100% five-star reviews on Google, rated #1 for Criminal Defense Attorneys in Oakland on Yelp, and use a 150-point inspection list on every case to ensure the highest standards of legal representation. If you have a criminal defense or DUI/DWI case in Alameda, Fremont, Hayward, Dublin, Oakland, Richmond, Pittsburg or San Francisco, contact our office for a FREE consultation now! Any day, any time, for peace of mind! (510) 488-3000. OAKLAND DUI ATTORNEYS 220 4th St. Suite #200 Oakland, CA 94607 Phone: (510) 488-3000 © Oakland DUI Attorneys Website by Dan Gilroy Design     Free Consultation: (510) 488-3000 Manjula Martin - Oakland DUI Attorneys Oakland DUI Attorneys Home Testimonials Location Call: (510) 488-3000 Manjula Martin Oakland DUI Attorney MANJULA MARTIN is a criminal defense attorney at Lamano Law Office. She serves on the Executive Committee of the Alameda County Bar Association where she helps influence the way law is practiced in our community through collaborations with the court, judges, and other leaders. Her knowledge, education, and expertise are what her reputation in the legal community is built on along with her beliefs that that diversity, compassion, and empathy are among our greatest strengths. She applies these values with our clients and believes that they not only deserve the best defense, but also the best treatment when going through a difficult and often traumatizing time in their life. Ms. Martin received the Cali Excellence Award for Criminal Litigation in 2008 and was nominated as a Lawyer of Distinction in 2018. She is a member of the National College for DUI Defense and the California DUI Lawyers Association. She has represented women seeking to leave abusive situations in family law court with the San Francisco Bar Association Legal Services Program and worked on a Habeas Corpus Petition for a man wrongfully convicted of murder and the case was ultimately heard by the California Supreme Court. She clerked for the San Francisco District Attorney’s office where she worked on domestic violence cases, sexual assault crimes, and felony preliminary hearings. Ms. Martin is an avid traveler and spends time outside of the office with her wife and family, and depending on the season, catching waves surfing or playing soccer. Back To Oakland DUI Attorneys "The best decision I ever made. Givelle and her team are fantastic. I was so scared and as soon as I got on the phone with Givelle she went over all my options and really gave me the confidence to move forward. I always got updates and whenever I called they knew exactly who I was which is so rare with lawyers...you really know that they care. If you're looking for a DUI lawyer or criminal lawyer this is the best law office." Evelyn M. "The absolute best!! This was the best decision I made after getting charged with a DUI. My charges was brought down to a wet wreckless and only 4 sessions (4 days) of DUI school. My license was never suspended. Givelle is honest, straight forward and a clear communicator. She will do everything in to getting you the best possible outcome." J. Maxamillion "I work with Givelle Lamano on a professional level and would recommend her services to anyone that needs expert Criminal Defense or a DUI Lawyer in South San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and surrounding communities. She is a straight shooter and a smart cookie who understands the criminal justice system and may be able to get your sentence reduced." Greg Beddor "This is my first time hiring Givelle Lamano as my attorney and she has done an outstanding job on my case. I would highly recommend Lamano Law to anybody that has a criminal case or pending DUI case. She got me the best result that she and I were both happy with." Jerome F. "From the initial conversation with Givelle, I felt at ease, and even though she recommended I not hire her, I did anyway for peace of mind. I highly recommend Lamano Law if you’re looking for someone to not only help but to also give you detailed information and leave no question of what needs to be done or what is expected of you. Thank you Givelle!" Yimboda OAKLAND DUI Attorneys Givelle Lamano Manjula Martin Alanna Coopersmith Lamano Law Office (LLO) is a woman owned and operated criminal defense firm located in Oakland, California. Our law firm protects individuals accused of crimes using a holistic approach influenced by restorative justice. We have 100% five-star reviews on Google, rated #1 for Criminal Defense Attorneys in Oakland on Yelp, and use a 150-point inspection list on every case to ensure the highest standards of legal representation. If you have a criminal defense or DUI/DWI case in Alameda, Fremont, Hayward, Dublin, Oakland, Richmond, Pittsburg or San Francisco, contact our office for a FREE consultation now! Any day, any time, for peace of mind! (510) 488-3000. OAKLAND DUI ATTORNEYS 220 4th St. Suite #200 Oakland, CA 94607 Phone: (510) 488-3000 © Oakland DUI Attorneys Website by Dan Gilroy Design     Free Consultation: (510) 488-3000 Oakland DUI Attorneys: DUI, DWI Drunk Driving Defense Lawyer CA Oakland DUI Attorneys Home DUI Lawyers Testimonials Location Call: (510) 488-3000 5-Star Rated Oakland DUI Lawyers Don't Face Your DUI Alone We specialize in defending people accused of DUI. Put an experienced and talented team of DUI lawyers on your side. 5-Star Rated Oakland DUI Lawyers Don't Face Your DUI Alone We specialize in defending people accused of DUI. Put an experienced and talented team of DUI lawyers on your side. Call Our Oakland DUI Hotline! Dial (510) 488-3000 – Top-Rated DUI Lawyers in Oakland, California Oakland DUI Lawyer In California, Driving Under the Influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs or both is probably the most prosecuted crime. Getting arrested for a DUI can be scary and you need to talk to an attorney about what your options are. In less than 2 minutes, you can be connected to an attorney to talk about how to keep your license, the defenses that apply to your case, and what possible penalties the judge will consider. Rather than anxiously beat yourself up for an arrest or a night gone wrong, talk to an attorney to tell us what happened so we can give you a personal assessment of what will likely happen in your case. Everybody gets a DUI. Parents, students, grandparents, professionals, even police officers can get arrested for drinking and driving. It happens to good people. Somehow you’ve found yourself in the back of a police car and you’re on your way to jail. You end up at Glenn Dyer, Santa Rita, the Martinez Detention Facility, or a local CHP office and you find yourself asking where it all went wrong. Was it when you were crossing the bay bridge on the way home? Near Emeryville Ikea where everyone seems to get pulled over? On the 80, 880, 24, or 580 freeway? It doesn’t matter what city you’re in when it happens, getting pulled over and then arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) can be extremely overwhelming and scary. The uncertainty of what will happen with your driver’s license or in court can be overwhelming. The reality is that even though your situation may seem “hopeless” especially if you are charged, this doesn’t always mean that you will be convicted as well. For most DUIs, especially those that don’t involve an accident or great bodily injury, the penalties don’t involve any more jail time and after jumping a few hoops, it’s quite easy to get your license back. It used to be much worse prior to 2019 when people had to wait one whole month to get their license back with the DMV. Each case is different, especially if you have multiple DUI arrests from the past or an accident was involved. The best thing for you to do is get solid advice about what will happen in your specific case. After a 30 minute consultation with Lamano Law Office, you will know what the best case, worst case, and likely scenario is in your DUI. Call us today at (510) 488-3000 for a free consultation with an Oakland DUI lawyer. What Happens With a First Time DUI Offense in California? The first time you find yourself in a bad position because you got behind the wheel of your car after having one too many at the restaurant, bar, or club could be a seriously bad situation. A first-time DUI arrest is likely the first time you have ever experienced being arrested, going to jail, waiting to post bail and get out and recover from what is probably the worst night of your adult life thus far. It is humiliating and exhausting and, honestly, law enforcement means for it to be that way. They want first time offenders to remember it clearly and avoid the same situation at all costs in the future. Other elements that go with that bad experience for first -time DUI offenders are also geared toward avoidance behavior within the legal system. You’re looking at fines, penalties, and costs from taking classes as well as having equipment added to your car in order for you to be able to drive. Some of the punishments could include: Fines that add up to 4 times the original quoted amount due to fees, costs, etc. A $390 fine is actually going to cost you potentially $2000 48 hours in jail that could go to 6 months in some situations A 4-month driver’s license suspension An alcohol treatment program of varying length – 4 months up to 9 months in most cases Going through a hospital and/or morgue program in Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa or San Mateo County This is just the start, too. More could be waiting for you from the legal system, and then you have to deal with the personal mayhem that can be a result of a first-time DUI. Problems in your relationship with your significant other, mounting debt, possible negative impact on your job are just some of the things you could be dealing with as an outcome from a first-time DUI. Multiple DUI Offenses What happens after a second or third DUI Arrest in California? A second DUI charge in California is no joke. Of course, a third DUI conviction is more severe. If you’ve been arrested for a DUI before, you know how it feels to be taken off to jail then wait to get out so you can do the next thing that could be the one thing that would help you most – call a Top-Rated DUI Defense Super Lawyer. Multiple DUI arrests will absolutely change your life and lifestyle for at least the next 1 to 2 years. Any DUI/DWI conviction subsequent to a first-time offense is going to come with stiffer penalties and punishments, and things will only get worse after that. A second DUI offense and conviction can include the following punishments: Up to 1 year in jail with a probable minimum of 90 days in there Fines that could be assessed up to $1000 A suspended driver’s license that will be on your record for up to 2 years A drug and/or alcohol program that runs for up to 30 months If you get a third DUI conviction, you’re looking at: Up to 1 year in jail with a probable minimum of 120 days in there Additional fines assessed up to $1000 A suspended driver’s license that will be on you for up to 3 years Another 30-month alcohol and drug program A 4th DUI conviction will face: Up to 16 months in jail with a minimum of 180 days Another set of fines up to $1000 Your driver’s license suspended for 4 years Probability of having a 4th conviction transmuted to felony DUI with further restrictions, fines, and punishments that could significantly impact your life further. Avoiding another DUI conviction needs to be your number one goal if you find yourself arrested for a multiple DUI charge and the first thing you need to do to make this a possibility is to call your very qualified and highly rated DUI criminal defense lawyer. You’ll never be able to know or understand all of what goes into whether a charge will go to conviction or get tossed out, but your criminal defense attorney can. They will look at all the possible evidence and what the State’s attorney is proposing, then advise you on the next steps. Oakland prosecutors have to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you were driving under the influence. If you have any mitigating circumstance or any other element that a criminal law attorney can use to your advantage you might have a chance of avoiding the additional DUI conviction – this is the best thing that could happen. Don’t delay if you have been arrested for DUI – call our law firm immediately, 510-488-3000. Free Consultation — Contact Lamano Law — Offices in Oakland, Downtown Oakland, Alameda, and Contra Costa Lamano Law invites you to schedule a no-charge, no-obligation case evaluation. Call our lawyers at (510) 488-3000. What We Do If you have a DUI/DWI case in Alameda, Fremont, Hayward, Dublin, Oakland, Richmond, Pittsburg or San Francisco, contact our office for a FREE consultation now! Any day, any time, for peace of mind! (510) 488-3000 . Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Name * First Last Phone * Email * Comment or Message Join our informative newsletter Submit "The best decision I ever made. Givelle and her team Oakland DUI Attorneys: DUI, DWI Drunk Driving Defense Lawyer CA Oakland DUI Attorneys Home DUI Lawyers Testimonials Location Call: (510) 488-3000 5-Star Rated Oakland DUI Lawyers Don't Face Your DUI Alone We specialize in defending people accused of DUI. Put an experienced and talented team of DUI lawyers on your side. 5-Star Rated Oakland DUI Lawyers Don't Face Your DUI Alone We specialize in defending people accused of DUI. Put an experienced and talented team of DUI lawyers on your side. Call Our Oakland DUI Hotline! Dial (510) 488-3000 – Top-Rated DUI Lawyers in Oakland, California Oakland DUI Lawyer In California, Driving Under the Influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs or both is probably the most prosecuted crime. Getting arrested for a DUI can be scary and you need to talk to an attorney about what your options are. In less than 2 minutes, you can be connected to an attorney to talk about how to keep your license, the defenses that apply to your case, and what possible penalties the judge will consider. Rather than anxiously beat yourself up for an arrest or a night gone wrong, talk to an attorney to tell us what happened so we can give you a personal assessment of what will likely happen in your case. Everybody gets a DUI. Parents, students, grandparents, professionals, even police officers can get arrested for drinking and driving. It happens to good people. Somehow you’ve found yourself in the back of a police car and you’re on your way to jail. You end up at Glenn Dyer, Santa Rita, the Martinez Detention Facility, or a local CHP office and you find yourself asking where it all went wrong. Was it when you were crossing the bay bridge on the way home? Near Emeryville Ikea where everyone seems to get pulled over? On the 80, 880, 24, or 580 freeway? It doesn’t matter what city you’re in when it happens, getting pulled over and then arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) can be extremely overwhelming and scary. The uncertainty of what will happen with your driver’s license or in court can be overwhelming. The reality is that even though your situation may seem “hopeless” especially if you are charged, this doesn’t always mean that you will be convicted as well. For most DUIs, especially those that don’t involve an accident or great bodily injury, the penalties don’t involve any more jail time and after jumping a few hoops, it’s quite easy to get your license back. It used to be much worse prior to 2019 when people had to wait one whole month to get their license back with the DMV. Each case is different, especially if you have multiple DUI arrests from the past or an accident was involved. The best thing for you to do is get solid advice about what will happen in your specific case. After a 30 minute consultation with Lamano Law Office, you will know what the best case, worst case, and likely scenario is in your DUI. Call us today at (510) 488-3000 for a free consultation with an Oakland DUI lawyer. What Happens With a First Time DUI Offense in California? The first time you find yourself in a bad position because you got behind the wheel of your car after having one too many at the restaurant, bar, or club could be a seriously bad situation. A first-time DUI arrest is likely the first time you have ever experienced being arrested, going to jail, waiting to post bail and get out and recover from what is probably the worst night of your adult life thus far. It is humiliating and exhausting and, honestly, law enforcement means for it to be that way. They want first time offenders to remember it clearly and avoid the same situation at all costs in the future. Other elements that go with that bad experience for first -time DUI offenders are also geared toward avoidance behavior within the legal system. You’re looking at fines, penalties, and costs from taking classes as well as having equipment added to your car in order for you to be able to drive. Some of the punishments could include: Fines that add up to 4 times the original quoted amount due to fees, costs, etc. A $390 fine is actually going to cost you potentially $2000 48 hours in jail that could go to 6 months in some situations A 4-month driver’s license suspension An alcohol treatment program of varying length – 4 months up to 9 months in most cases Going through a hospital and/or morgue program in Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa or San Mateo County This is just the start, too. More could be waiting for you from the legal system, and then you have to deal with the personal mayhem that can be a result of a first-time DUI. Problems in your relationship with your significant other, mounting debt, possible negative impact on your job are just some of the things you could be dealing with as an outcome from a first-time DUI. Multiple DUI Offenses What happens after a second or third DUI Arrest in California? A second DUI charge in California is no joke. Of course, a third DUI conviction is more severe. If you’ve been arrested for a DUI before, you know how it feels to be taken off to jail then wait to get out so you can do the next thing that could be the one thing that would help you most – call a Top-Rated DUI Defense Super Lawyer. Multiple DUI arrests will absolutely change your life and lifestyle for at least the next 1 to 2 years. Any DUI/DWI conviction subsequent to a first-time offense is going to come with stiffer penalties and punishments, and things will only get worse after that. A second DUI offense and conviction can include the following punishments: Up to 1 year in jail with a probable minimum of 90 days in there Fines that could be assessed up to $1000 A suspended driver’s license that will be on your record for up to 2 years A drug and/or alcohol program that runs for up to 30 months If you get a third DUI conviction, you’re looking at: Up to 1 year in jail with a probable minimum of 120 days in there Additional fines assessed up to $1000 A suspended driver’s license that will be on you for up to 3 years Another 30-month alcohol and drug program A 4th DUI conviction will face: Up to 16 months in jail with a minimum of 180 days Another set of fines up to $1000 Your driver’s license suspended for 4 years Probability of having a 4th conviction transmuted to felony DUI with further restrictions, fines, and punishments that could significantly impact your life further. Avoiding another DUI conviction needs to be your number one goal if you find yourself arrested for a multiple DUI charge and the first thing you need to do to make this a possibility is to call your very qualified and highly rated DUI criminal defense lawyer. You’ll never be able to know or understand all of what goes into whether a charge will go to conviction or get tossed out, but your criminal defense attorney can. They will look at all the possible evidence and what the State’s attorney is proposing, then advise you on the next steps. Oakland prosecutors have to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you were driving under the influence. If you have any mitigating circumstance or any other element that a criminal law attorney can use to your advantage you might have a chance of avoiding the additional DUI conviction – this is the best thing that could happen. Don’t delay if you have been arrested for DUI – call our law firm immediately, 510-488-3000. Free Consultation — Contact Lamano Law — Offices in Oakland, Downtown Oakland, Alameda, and Contra Costa Lamano Law invites you to schedule a no-charge, no-obligation case evaluation. Call our lawyers at (510) 488-3000. What We Do If you have a DUI/DWI case in Alameda, Fremont, Hayward, Dublin, Oakland, Richmond, Pittsburg or San Francisco, contact our office for a FREE consultation now! Any day, any time, for peace of mind! (510) 488-3000 . Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Name * First Last Phone * Email * Comment or Message Join our informative newsletter Submit "The best decision I ever made. Givelle and her team Alanna Coopersmith - Oakland DUI Attorneys Oakland DUI Attorneys Home DUI Lawyers Testimonials Location Call: (510) 488-3000 Alanna Coopersmith Oakland DUI Attorney Alanna Coopersmith serves as of counsel to Lamano Law Office. For over five years, she has collaborated with our firm on complex and serious cases. We are proud to have her as part of our team. Originally from Brooklyn, NY, Ms. Coopersmith practices criminal defense in all courts of the Bay Area. She devotes compassion and perseverance to her clients who may be facing a wide range of charges, from DUI, to drug trafficking, to white-collar crimes, to murder. Ms. Coopersmith previously served as a deputy public defender at the Solano County Public Defender’s Office. She has volunteered at the San Francisco Public Defender’s Office. Ms. Coopersmith first became acquainted with the courtroom clerking for United States District Court Judge Stewart Dalzell and working as an associate in the Litigation Department of Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP. After graduating from Brown University, Ms. Coopersmith attended law school at the University of Pennsylvania, where she was an editor of the Law Review. She gives back to her community as a member of the governing board for the Alameda County Bar Association’s Court-Appointed Attorney Program. Although not fluent, she speaks Spanish. On weekends, when not spending time with family, she likes to run and play tennis. Back To Oakland DUI Attorneys "The best decision I ever made. Givelle and her team are fantastic. I was so scared and as soon as I got on the phone with Givelle she went over all my options and really gave me the confidence to move forward. I always got updates and whenever I called they knew exactly who I was which is so rare with lawyers...you really know that they care. If you're looking for a DUI lawyer or criminal lawyer this is the best law office." Evelyn M. "The absolute best!! This was the best decision I made after getting charged with a DUI. My charges was brought down to a wet wreckless and only 4 sessions (4 days) of DUI school. My license was never suspended. Givelle is honest, straight forward and a clear communicator. She will do everything in to getting you the best possible outcome." J. Maxamillion "I work with Givelle Lamano on a professional level and would recommend her services to anyone that needs expert Criminal Defense or a DUI Lawyer in South San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, and surrounding communities. She is a straight shooter and a smart cookie who understands the criminal justice system and may be able to get your sentence reduced." Greg Beddor "This is my first time hiring Givelle Lamano as my attorney and she has done an outstanding job on my case. I would highly recommend Lamano Law to anybody that has a criminal case or pending DUI case. She got me the best result that she and I were both happy with." Jerome F. "From the initial conversation with Givelle, I felt at ease, and even though she recommended I not hire her, I did anyway for peace of mind. I highly recommend Lamano Law if you’re looking for someone to not only help but to also give you detailed information and leave no question of what needs to be done or what is expected of you. Thank you Givelle!" Yimboda OAKLAND DUI Attorneys Givelle Lamano Manjula Martin Alanna Coopersmith Lamano Law Office (LLO) is a woman owned and operated criminal defense firm located in Oakland, California. Our law firm protects individuals accused of crimes using a holistic approach influenced by restorative justice. We have 100% five-star reviews on Google, rated #1 for Criminal Defense Attorneys in Oakland on Yelp, and use a 150-point inspection list on every case to ensure the highest standards of legal representation. If you have a criminal defense or DUI/DWI case in Alameda, Fremont, Hayward, Dublin, Oakland, Richmond, Pittsburg or San Francisco, contact our office for a FREE consultation now! Any day, any time, for peace of mind! (510) 488-3000. 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Getting arrested for a DUI can be scary and you need to talk to an attorney about what your options are. In less than 2 minutes, you can be connected to an attorney to talk about how to keep your license, the defenses that apply to your case, and what possible penalties the judge will consider. Rather than anxiously beat yourself up for an arrest or a night gone wrong, talk to an attorney to tell us what happened so we can give you a personal assessment of what will likely happen in your case. Everybody gets a DUI. Parents, students, grandparents, professionals, even police officers can get arrested for drinking and driving. It happens to good people. Somehow you’ve found yourself in the back of a police car and you’re on your way to jail. You end up at Glenn Dyer, Santa Rita, the Martinez Detention Facility, or a local CHP office and you find yourself asking where it all went wrong. Was it when you were crossing the bay bridge on the way home? Near Emeryville Ikea where everyone seems to get pulled over? On the 80, 880, 24, or 580 freeway? It doesn’t matter what city you’re in when it happens, getting pulled over and then arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) can be extremely overwhelming and scary. The uncertainty of what will happen with your driver’s license or in court can be overwhelming. The reality is that even though your situation may seem “hopeless” especially if you are charged, this doesn’t always mean that you will be convicted as well. For most DUIs, especially those that don’t involve an accident or great bodily injury, the penalties don’t involve any more jail time and after jumping a few hoops, it’s quite easy to get your license back. It used to be much worse prior to 2019 when people had to wait one whole month to get their license back with the DMV. Each case is different, especially if you have multiple DUI arrests from the past or an accident was involved. The best thing for you to do is get solid advice about what will happen in your specific case. After a 30 minute consultation with Lamano Law Office, you will know what the best case, worst case, and likely scenario is in your DUI. Call us today at (510) 488-3000 for a free consultation with an Oakland DUI lawyer. What Happens With a First Time DUI Offense in California? The first time you find yourself in a bad position because you got behind the wheel of your car after having one too many at the restaurant, bar, or club could be a seriously bad situation. A first-time DUI arrest is likely the first time you have ever experienced being arrested, going to jail, waiting to post bail and get out and recover from what is probably the worst night of your adult life thus far. It is humiliating and exhausting and, honestly, law enforcement means for it to be that way. They want first time offenders to remember it clearly and avoid the same situation at all costs in the future. Other elements that go with that bad experience for first -time DUI offenders are also geared toward avoidance behavior within the legal system. You’re looking at fines, penalties, and costs from taking classes as well as having equipment added to your car in order for you to be able to drive. Some of the punishments could include: Fines that add up to 4 times the original quoted amount due to fees, costs, etc. A $390 fine is actually going to cost you potentially $2000 48 hours in jail that could go to 6 months in some situations A 4-month driver’s license suspension An alcohol treatment program of varying length – 4 months up to 9 months in most cases Going through a hospital and/or morgue program in Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa or San Mateo County This is just the start, too. More could be waiting for you from the legal system, and then you have to deal with the personal mayhem that can be a result of a first-time DUI. Problems in your relationship with your significant other, mounting debt, possible negative impact on your job are just some of the things you could be dealing with as an outcome from a first-time DUI. Multiple DUI Offenses What happens after a second or third DUI Arrest in California? A second DUI charge in California is no joke. Of course, a third DUI conviction is more severe. If you’ve been arrested for a DUI before, you know how it feels to be taken off to jail then wait to get out so you can do the next thing that could be the one thing that would help you most – call a Top-Rated DUI Defense Super Lawyer. Multiple DUI arrests will absolutely change your life and lifestyle for at least the next 1 to 2 years. Any DUI/DWI conviction subsequent to a first-time offense is going to come with stiffer penalties and punishments, and things will only get worse after that. A second DUI offense and conviction can include the following punishments: Up to 1 year in jail with a probable minimum of 90 days in there Fines that could be assessed up to $1000 A suspended driver’s license that will be on your record for up to 2 years A drug and/or alcohol program that runs for up to 30 months If you get a third DUI conviction, you’re looking at: Up to 1 year in jail with a probable minimum of 120 days in there Additional fines assessed up to $1000 A suspended driver’s license that will be on you for up to 3 years Another 30-month alcohol and drug program A 4th DUI conviction will face: Up to 16 months in jail with a minimum of 180 days Another set of fines up to $1000 Your driver’s license suspended for 4 years Probability of having a 4th conviction transmuted to felony DUI with further restrictions, fines, and punishments that could significantly impact your life further. Avoiding another DUI conviction needs to be your number one goal if you find yourself arrested for a multiple DUI charge and the first thing you need to do to make this a possibility is to call your very qualified and highly rated DUI criminal defense lawyer. You’ll never be able to know or understand all of what goes into whether a charge will go to conviction or get tossed out, but your criminal defense attorney can. They will look at all the possible evidence and what the State’s attorney is proposing, then advise you on the next steps. Oakland prosecutors have to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you were driving under the influence. If you have any mitigating circumstance or any other element that a criminal law attorney can use to your advantage you might have a chance of avoiding the additional DUI conviction – this is the best thing that could happen. Don’t delay if you have been arrested for DUI – call our law firm immediately, 510-488-3000. Free Consultation — Contact Lamano Law — Offices in Oakland, Downtown Oakland, Alameda, and Contra Costa Lamano Law invites you to schedule a no-charge, no-obligation case evaluation. Call our lawyers at (510) 488-3000. What We Do If you have a DUI/DWI case in Alameda, Fremont, Hayward, Dublin, Oakland, Richmond, Pittsburg or San Francisco, contact our office for a FREE consultation now! Any day, any time, for peace of mind! (510) 488-3000 . Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. Name * First Last Phone * Email * Comment or Message Join our informative newsletter Submit "The best decision I ever made. Givelle and her team