Legal Question in DUI Law in California

A friend looking for attorney to ask because he had A DUI case but when he went to court they said there were no case and its been more than 72 hours since then. Is there a time limit for them to file the case if there is will there be a chance of it being dismissed?


Asked on 1/10/14, 9:55 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Joe Dane Law Office of Joe Dane

That initial time frame is for them to file charges or release him from custody. The statute if limitations is howling they have to file - it can be up to a year for a misdemeanor DUI.

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Answered on 1/10/14, 10:01 am
David M. Wallin Law Offices OF David M. Wallin

As a Former Deputy District Attorney and a Certified Criminal Law Specialist, we have been handling DUI matters for over 25 years. You and your friend should contact an experienced lawyer to go over all the facts, and get the information your friend needs. I wish your friend well............David

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Answered on 1/10/14, 10:28 am


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