805 DUI HELP

Ventura County Felony DUI Attorney

 

Most Ventura County DUI charges are classified as misdemeanors. However, there are particular circumstances where a drunk driving charge will be elevated and classified as a felony. Felony DUI cases are increasingly complex and the penalties associated with a conviction are severe.

 

In California, a driver may face felony DUI charges for the following:

• A fourth DUI within a 10-year period

• A new DUI with a previous felony DUI conviction

• DUI causing injury

• DUI causing death

 

If you or someone you know has been arrested for a felony DUI offense in Ventura County or the surrounding areas, our law offices can help. Ventura County DUI Attorney Kyron Johnson and Dean Ferraro are highly experienced in defending clients against serious charges and penalties. Our lawyers understand how to use the legal system to our clients' benefit and how to provide effective representation at both DMV hearings and criminal proceedings .

Contact an OC DUI lawyer today to discuss your case during a FREE consultation.

 

Misdemeanor vs. Felony DUI Charges in Ventura County

A misdemeanor is a lesser offense than a felony and therefore may carry lesser potential penalties than felonies. A misdemeanor may be punishable by up to 12 months in jail and a felony may be punishable by a minimum of 1 year in prison. Certain serious felony offenses may result in many years in a state correctional facility, life in prison or even the death penalty.

While a felony DUI offense will likely not result in the death penalty, a driver may face up to 4 or even 10 years in state prison for a serious charge such as vehicular manslaughter. Even a fourth DUI offense may result in a sentence of up to 3 years in prison. DUI causing injury may result in a 3 year prison sentence, with an additional 3 years should the victim sustain serious bodily injury.

 

Discuss Your Felony DUI Charges with an Experienced Lawyer

You cannot afford to risk your future if you or a loved one is facing felony DUI charges. Ventura County DUI lawyer Kyron Johnson & Dean Ferraro are here to help. By discussing your case with a member of our legal team , you can gain a clear understanding of your charges and what you can do to avoid serious penalties. There is always hope, and there is always something that an experienced lawyer can to do help you.

 

Contact a Ventura County DUI attorney from our firm as soon as possible if you or someone you love has been arrested for a felony DUI. Act quickly because you only have 10 days!