Legal Question in DUI Law in California

You should have been given a date to appear on the citation or paperwork you got when you were released. The DA has up to a year to file charges against you for a misdemeanor DUI.

Double check your paperwork to make sure you didn't miss your court date. If you did and the charges were filed, there could be a warrant for you. If your court date is coming up, contact a few local defense attorneys to discuss your case.

If the date on your paperwork has come and gone, but the DA hadn't filed charges yet, they can either send you a letter in the future letting you know charges were filed or they could just seek an arrest warrant.

Either way... you know you're about to be facing charges. Time for a lawyer.

The Sheriff doesn't give arraignment dates....the prosecutor does. You also have to be aware of the 10 day rule regarding your driver's license. You should speak with an attorney about both issues. Most criminal defense attorneys allow for FREE consultations, so you should speak to a highly trained attorney as soon as possible. As a Former D.A, let me tell you that DUI's are very serious and they have a 10 year priorable status. I wish you well......David Wallin.