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Biography
I am an Attorney who takes a lot of personal pride in the work I do for my clients, whether it is handling a DUI or other criminal case for a client.
Over the course of my career, I have accumulated a large number of DUI, criminal matters, and traffic violation dismissals (see my website for a partial list; ). The reality is, some cases are tougher than others, but it is my goal to get the best outcome possible given the evidence being used against my clients.
Whether it is helping a client out with a DUI or criminal matter, I get engulfed in the work to provide great service and keep communications with my clients open to answer questions and keep them posted about progress along the way.
Sincerely, Phil Hache
Providing quality legal service you can count on.
I pride myself on providing aggressive and dedicated Criminal & DUI defense for my clients.
I provide aggressive and diligent criminal defense and I am extremely responsive with my clients.
I have a strong track record defending DUI charges, including getting charges reduced and dismissed.
I have a great track record and a high success rate getting tickets dismissed
I have a great track record and success rate getting Domestic violence charges dismissed and/or reduced to lesser offenses, as well as dealing with associated restraining orders.
I regularly and successfully get convictions dismissed (ie. expunged) on misdemeanor and felony convictions. I also successfully handle certificate of rehabilitation/pardon on felony cases.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
50%
17 years | 500 cases
Speeding and Traffic Ticket
20%
17 years | 300 cases
Criminal Defense
10%
17 years | 300 cases
Domestic Violence
10%
17 years | 60 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2024 2023 2022
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9
2014 2013 2012
Licenses
Licensed in California for 17 years
State: California
Acquired: 2008
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Philip D. Hache
(818) 814-9109
Fax
15303 Ventura Blvd, 9th Floor, Suite 900, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91403-3199
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Philip Daniel Hache's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | April 4, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Knowledgeable criminal attorney
I highly recommend law offices of Philip Hache. He is very knowledgeable in both criminal and civil law. He always treats his clients with lots of patience, respect and support. He handled my case that lasted for a year and the outcome was exactly what I hoped for. He pays attention to every little ...
Posted by Isaiah | February 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Helpful
Very knowledgeable on everything with the law. He would answer my calls and texts whenever I needed assistance on any matter. If I had a question on the issue he would answer in the right detail for me to understand. Got my ticket dismissed and always looked out for what would be in my best interest....
Posted by anonymous | January 27, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Couldn't find a better attorney
Provided spot on legal advice but the level of compassion and understanding Phil displayed went well beyond what his obligation was. The fact that he cared enough to make a difference is indicative of the type of person he is.
Philip Hache
Replied last February 19, 2025Thank you for your kind words.
Posted by Sandra | January 20, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Exceptional Service and Personal Attention: A Grateful Client's Experience with Phil Hache
I recently needed Phil Hache and I couldn’t be more satisfied with the outcome. From the start, I felt confident in his ability to handle my case with care and professionalism. Phil was incredibly thorough, addressing every concern I had and keeping me informed every step of the way. What stood ou...
Philip Hache
Replied last February 19, 2025Thanks for your review. It was a pleasure working with you and for you. I am glad I was able to win this for you!
Posted by Izabel | December 12, 2024 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Thank You Phil!
I hired Phil for my DMV hearing for being arrested for a DUI. He won it! I unfortunately as a nursing student couldn't afford him for the actual court case, however he still offered to help provide any information to my public defender which was so kind! I do not regret spending money on him, not onl...
Philip Daniel Hache's Lawyer Endorsements
"Phil is a fantastic lawyer who is dedicated to his clients and looked up to by other lawyers in the community."
"I endorse this lawyer. Cutting edge knowledge in a dynamic field. Great personality and smart as a whip."
"I endorse this lawyer. Phil is very skilled, responsive, easy to communicate with and obtains amazing results. I highly recommend him."
"Mr. Hache is a diligent, creative, and resourceful trial lawyer. I have personally witnessed the professional manner in which he takes care of his clients' matters. Courteous, approachable, responsive, and aggressive, Mr. Hache possesses all the attributes that make an exceptional criminal defense lawyer. If you find yourself in a jam, I wholeheartedly recommend Phil."
"I have had the pleasure and honor of receiving Mr. Hache's advice on a couple of matters. Not only is he extremely knowledgeable, but he has a heart of gold and is a real gentleman. The dedication and time that he gave me indicated the dedication, time, and devotion that he commits to his cases. He truly cares, and that combined with his incredible legal acumen, makes for an amazing attorney. I recommend him in the strongest terms possible!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Phil is an excellent attorney. He uses his extensive knowledge and superb understanding of the law to provide zealous advocacy for his clients. I highly recommend him."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Phil is one of the most knowledgable attorneys regarding DUI. He knows about all aspects of DUI - court side and DMV side. In fact, he writes some of his own writs, which is hard to find with a DUI attorney. Phil also is one of the nicest attorneys in this community. He takes his time to help other attorneys as well his clients to his fullest. I wholeheartedly endorse Phil Hache!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Philip is well respected in the legal community. He is a skilled and knowledgable attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. It's obvious that Attorney Hache has a commitment to helping out the greater community by giving insightful answers here on AVVO."
"I endorse Phil. He has an excellent reputation as a DUI trial attorney. Contributions and local endorsements are significant. His reviews tell the story (read them). If you are in or near Sherman Oaks call him first for a consultation."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I highly endorse this lawyer. Philip is an amazing trial lawyer and an excellent and passionate advocate. He achieves great results for his clients and is highly respected in the defense community. I endorse and recommend this lawyer, his clients are lucky to have him."
"Second to none, Phil Hache is knowledgeable, passionate and achieves incredible results in Southern California DUI cases. I endorse this lawyer."
"Phil is a top DUI defense attorney in Southern California. I have seen Phil work magic on cases where the Blood Alcohol level is 0.14%, almost double the legal limit. The results that Phil receives for his clients on DUI and DUI Narcotics matters is practically unimaginable. Additionally, the DMV Hearing Process is no match for Phil. I highly recommend Phil to potential clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Lawyers who serve the avvo community as much as Mr. Hache are few and far between. It takes passion, concern and dedication to devote so much time. You have my endorsement and kudos."
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Experience
Honors
2023
DUI Trial Attorney of the Year, Private Defenders of California
2022
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2022
SuperLawyer, SuperLawyer Magazine
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Super Lawyer!, SuperLawyer Magazine
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer 2020, SuperLawyer Magazine
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyer Magazine
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2015
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Rising Stars, Super Lawyers
2015
Top Contributor, Avvo
2015
Clients Choice, Avvo
2014
Top Attorney 2014, Pasadena Magazine
2012
Level 16 Contributor, Avvo
2011
Verified Member LawQA badge, LawQA
2010
Top Attorney - 2010, Pasadena Magazine
2007
First Honors Award; Public Interest Law, Loyola Law School
2007
First Honors Award; Mediation Advocacy, Loyola Law School
2007
First Honors Award; Financing Entertainment Industry Ventures, Loyola Law School
2006
First Honors Award; Remedies, Loyola Law School
Work Experience
2008 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Philip D. Hache
Associations
2011 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationMember
2009 - Present
The Private Defenders of California, Inc.Member
2008 - Present
United States District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaAdmitted
2008 - 2011
Los Angeles County Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2011
San Fernando Valley Bar AssociationMember
2008 - 2010
Beverly Hills Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
P. v. S. Bains
Ticket completely dismissed!
P. v. G. Goldstein
Ticket completely dismissed!
P. v. K. Peil
Ticket completely Dismissed!
People v. Y. Ramirez
Case completely dismissed!
DMV v. A. Acuna
Set aside granted! No driver license suspension!
P. v. Muntz
Commercial Driver; Ticket completely dismissed!
People v. Carlson
Commercial Driver; Ticket completely dismissed!
People v. Kelsey A
Case completely dismissed!
People v. B.O.
Both Cases Dismissed!
J. Helton v. A. Rodriguez
We won, Restraining Order Granted!
People v. Shane L
DUI case completely dismissed!
People v. Bradley O.
Case completely dismissed!
Sergio B. v. DMV
Case won! Driver license reinstated!
In Re Max L. / DMV APS hearing -DUI arrest
The DMV hearing, No driver license suspension!
People v. C. W
Petition for Dismissal (ie. Expungement) granted!
People v. C.W.
Petition for Dismissal (Expungement) granted!
People v. Kenneth G.
Won, Traffic ticket completely dismissed!
In Re C. Sun; DMV APS hearing - DUI arrest
Won, Set aside granted! No driver license suspension!
Sandra S. v. DMV - based on DUI matter
Won hearing, license suspension overturned!
In Re C. Olivas; DMV Financial Responsibility matter (ie. Accident with no insurance)
Set aside granted! No driver license suspension!
People v. H. D.
traffic ticket completely dismissed!
People of the State of California v. Jacob G.
Charges completely dismissed!
People v. Adrian A
Ticket dismissed after filing a Trial by Declaration!
DMV Negligent Operator matter; In Re Geno P.
Won the hearing, Driver license immediately reinstated!
People of the State of California v. Francis J.
Case completely dismissed!
People v. Wil B
Acquittal after trial. Charge completely dismissed.
People v. Wil A
Commercial Driver; Ticket completely dismissed!
DMV v. Caleb M
DMV Set aside granted! No driver license suspension!
People v. Miguel P.
2nd Offense DUI Charges Dismissed! Resolved for Wet reckless with no penalty (terminal disposition)
DMV Admin Per Se (DUI arrest) - Jon D.
Set aside granted! No driver license suspension!
People v. Bernard L
Case completely dismissed!
People v. Alejandra G
Ticket completely dismissed at trial!
DMV Financial Responsibility Hearing - Bradley O.
End result, Set aside granted, won the hearing! No driver license suspension!
DMV Admin Per Se (DUI Arrest with Refusal) - H. Bawa
End result, Set aside granted, won the hearing! No driver license suspension!
People v. Sebastian M
Ticket completely dismissed!
DMV v. Miguel P
End result, Set aside granted, won the hearing! No driver license suspension!
People v. Theodore B.
All charges completely dismissed!
People v. Bradley O.
Charges completely dismissed!
P. v. Al A.
All Charges completely dismissed!
DMV v. M.E.
Driver license remains valid! No driving or written tests required!
David F. v. K.G.
We won! Restraining order and Move out order granted!
J.K. v. O.C.
We won! Restraining Order granted!
Y. Herrington v. V. C.
We Won! Restraining Order Denied! Attorney Fees and costs granted!
DMV v. M. Erg.
Won hearing! Set aside granted! No action taken against his driver license!
People v. R. El.
Motion to vacate conviction granted!
People v. C. N.
Military Diversion Granted. DUI charges will be completely dismissed upon completion of diversion
People v. Joseph B
Case and all charges dismissed!
People v. Shan M
Charges Dismissed!
P. v. Alli L.
Case dismissed per PC 1203.4 (ie. expunged)
People v. Brendan M
Charge completely dismissed!
DUI charges completely dismissed!
Case dismissed!
People v. Nati F.
3 separate Petitions for dismissals Granted!
Stephen A
Arrest Record Sealed!
P. V. Robert L
Charge completely dismissed!
P. v. Rachael B.
Acquittal of All charges!
P. v. Veera G
Conviction dismissed!
People v. Daniel S
Two separate DUI convictions dismissed!
P. v. Husien H
Conviction reduced to an Infraction, and subsequently dismissed!
People v. Avery S
Ticket dismissed after trial by Declaration!
People v. Joe E.
Misdemeanor reduced to an infraction, then subsequently dismissed!
DMV v. Deven R.
Driver License reinstated!
P. v. Chris S.
DMV suspension Set Aside (ie. no suspension) following DUI with Refusal arrest
People v. Larry H.
Petition for dismissal Granted!
People v. Larry H.
Petition for dismissal Granted!
P. v. C. Lee
Not Guilty finding after trial, Case Dismissed
People v. Kyle H.
Probation terminated early, conviction dismissed!
People v. Veronica R.
Diversion granted! Successful completion will dismiss case without any conviction!
People v. Robert L
Several misdemeanor charges, Diversion granted, charges will be dismissed upon completion of diversion
P. v. Danielle H
Petition for dismissal Granted!
People v. A. Lin - 4 separate cases, all dismissed per PC 1203.4 (ie. Expunged)
All 4 cases, Successfully dismissed the convictions per PC 1203.4 (ie. expunged)
People v. Randy C
Successfully sealed the Arrest
DMV v. Olivia M.
Won hearing! Set aside granted!
People v. Collin M.
Charge completely dismissed!
People v. R.R.
Suspended license charge completely dismissed, pled to the cell phone violation (No DMV points at the time of conviction)
People v. Robin H (3 separate cases; all post conviction; for dismissals - record clearing)
Felonies were all reduced to misdemeanors per PC 17(b) and all convictions dismissed per PC 1203.4!
People v. Michael S.
Two prior DUI's stricken, resolved the case for a 1st DUI (as opposed to a 3rd DUI), no jail!
People v. Austin Dimmler
PC 1203.4 dismissal of convictions granted for all three separate cases!
People v. Miguel O.
Charge completely dismissed!
People v. Justin D.
DUI case, Diversion granted, charges will be dismissed upon completion of diversion
P. v. Eric A
Motion to terminate probation early granted followed by dismissal of conviction!
P. v. Vincente E
All Charges Completely Dismissed!
People v. A. Gill
Trial by Declaration, Ticket Dismissed!
Petitioner v. Donald N.
Restraining Order dismissed!
People v. Will H
All three felony charges dismissed! Resolved for 1 misdemeanor, no jail. Motion to terminate probation after 6 months granted!
P. v. C. Martin
Charges completely dismissed!
People v. Jerome M.
Military Diversion successfully completed, DUI charges dismissed, Arrest record sealed
People v. Gina R.
DUI charges completely Dismissed, case resolved for an infraction cell phone violation!
People v. C.B.
Diversion granted upon completion DUI charges Dismissed and arrest record sealed!
People v. Vincente E.
4 year old Warrant successfully recalled and quashed, Diversion reinstated with no additional penalty!
People v. E. P.
Most of the charges dismissed, Violent Felony Strike offenses dismissed, no Jail or Prison, no lifetime revocation of driver license
P. v. Sean O.
DUI case and All Charges completely dismissed!
P. v. Brennan A
DUI and Hit and Run charges Dismissed! Reduced to exhibition of speed.
People v. Sandy M.
DUI, Refusal, and PC 148 charges Dismissed! Reduced to a Wet Reckless!
P. v. M. Espinoza
Plea to felony withdrawn, resolved reopened case for misdemeanor, then got case dismissed!
People v. Robert C
Probation terminated early after only 1 year and 2 months of probation served!
Petitioner v. David W.
Restraining Order dismissed with prejudice! Attorney fees awarded!
People v. Nicole G
Charge completely dismissed, no conviction!
P. v. Mariana J
Motion to terminate probation early granted!
People v. Charles H
Case rejected prior to filing based on Pre-filing work
David W. in a Domestic Violence Restraining Order (DVRO) matter
We won, DVRO dismissed with prejudice
P. v. Andrew M
CONVICTION DISMISSED! pursuant to PC 1203.4 (ie. often referred to as expunged)
P. v. Shannon A.
Charge dismissed Per PC 1203.4!
DMV v. E. Dorado
Set aside granted! No driver license suspension!
P. v. Malhar G.
CONVICTION DISMISSED pursuant to PC 1203.4!
People v. Chris K.
Charge completely dismissed!
People v. Zack B.
DUI charges dismissed! Reduced to a non-alcohol related offense "Exhibition of Speed" VC 23109(c). No alcohol class, no license suspension, no jail, not priorable!
People v. Bill B
Case dismissed!
DMV v. Irene A.
DMV appeal hearing of ruling on "Lack of Skill" matter successful!
DMV v. Irene A.
DMV appeal hearing of ruling on "Lack of Skill" matter successful!
People v. J.N.
Warrant recalled, Charge completely dismissed!
DMV v. Joshua Rossi (Admin Per Se hearing)
Set Aside granted (we won)! No Driver License suspension!
People v. Mike D.
All three cases, charges reduced from felony convictions down to Misdemeanors
People v. Rudy M
All Charges Completely Dismissed!
P. v. M. N.
Felony convictions reduced to misdemeanors, then dismissed!
People v. Drew S
Conviction dismissed!
People v. T. Patel
Felony convictions successfully reduced to a misdemeanors !
People v. Leonardo B.
Conviction dismissed!
People v. Leonardo B.
Conviction Dismissed!
People v. Leonardo B.
Conviction Dismissed!
P. v. Leonardo B
Motion to reduce felony to misdemeanor granted, and petition to dismiss conviction granted!
People v. M.Z.
Misdemeanor charge dismissed! Resolved case for an infraction disturbing the peace!
People v. Mer. M.
Probation reinstated without penalty prior to termination of probation
Randy C - Cited for misdemeanor PUC - 3-01
Charges avoided pre-filing. No conviction!
People v. Jose B
2nd DUI, Refusal and Hit and Run charges dismissed! Reduced to Wet Reckless
DMV v. Anna W
DMV set aside granted. Driver License reinstated!
People v. Anthony M
Charge completely dismissed!
DMV v. Alex W (Medical condition suspension)
Set aside granted! Driver license reinstated.
People v. Ann W
DUI and Hit and Run charges Dismissed! Reduced to exhibition of speed.
People v. H.J.
Petty Theft charge dismissed! Reduced to Trespass, eligible for Infraction
People v. Rosenberg C
DUI charges dismissed, reduced to a non alcohol related charge.
People v. Rosenberg C
DUI charges dismissed, reduced to a non alcohol related charge.
DMV v. S. Martinez
Set aside granted! No driver license suspension!
People v. Steven D.
All charges completely dismissed!
Civil Harassment Restraining Order; dismissed
Restraining Order matter dismissed
People v. Robert C
Felony charged dismissed!
People v. K. Osborn
All charges completely dismissed!
People v. Maia H
Charge completely dismissed!
People v. C.G.
All charges dismissed at trial!
People v. E. Howard
All Charges completely Dismissed!
Land Use Criminal Case; People of the state of CA v. Multiple defendants
Case and all charges dismissed!
DMV hearing based on No Insurance at Car Accident - Ruben
Set aside granted! No driver license suspension!
People v. Ivan M
Charge completely DISMISSED!
People v. Caleb. M
All charges completely dismissed!
People v. Sean L.
Drug DUI convictions dismissed per PC 1203.4
DMV hearing based on At fault accident causing injury - Judy R.
We Won! NO action against my client's driver license
People v. Yumiko U
Case completely dismissed following successful suppression hearing!
People v. Y. Zhang
Charge and case DISMISSED!
People v. Karen C.
All Charges dismissed!
DMV v. R. Vasquez (Commercial Driver License)
DMV set aside granted on Negligent Operator suspension. Separate "serious infractions" commercial driver license suspension removed from his record. Commercial Driver License reinstated!
People v. Simon H
Case completely dismissed at suppression hearing!
DMV v. Wilma G.
Driver license suspension lifted based on DMV hearing!
DMV case based on DUI with refusal - Simon H.
Set Aside Granted! (ie. we won)
People v. Michael G.
DUI conviction dismissed pursuant to PC 1203.4
People v. J.J.
All charges dismissed! Resolved case for a PC 415 which is eligible to be reduced to an infraction!
People v. Rito M
DUI conviction dismissed per PC 1203.4
People v. Rito M
Wet reckless conviction dismissed pursuant to PC 1203.4
People v. Rito M
DUI conviction dismissed per PC 1203.4!
DMV v. Tucker S.
Driver license reinstated!
DMV hearing based on DUI - Kailan S.
Set aside granted (ie. we won, no driver license suspension!)
People v. Antionio M
Dismissal of the conviction granted per PC 1203.4!
People v. Antionio M
Dismissal of the conviction granted per PC 1203.4!
People v. D.G.
PC 245(a)(4) charge Dismissed! Reduced to simple battery PC 242 as a misdemeanor. No Jail!
People v. J.
Charge completely dismissed!
People v. Jenny J.
Charge completely dismissed!
People v. Kailan S.
DUI charges dismissed! reduced to non alcohol related exhibition of speed!
People v. Teresita A
All three charges dismissed!
People v. K. W.
Case dismissed!
People v. Brandon T
Conviction dismissed!
People v. Brandon T
Conviction dismissed!
People v. Brandon T
Conviction dismissed!
People v. Kyle W
Charge completely dismissed!
People v. Michelle B
Both convictions for two separate cases dismissed in Van Nuys Court!
DMV In Matter of Mr. Putman; DUI Admin Per Se hearing, - Set aside!
Set aside (won the hearing)
People v. Lina H
Petitions for dismissals were granted for all three cases!
P. v. T. Yates
Charge completely DISMISSED! No fines, no suspension, no points on driving record, no insurance premium increases!
People v. Travian Y
Charge completely dismissed!
People v. Sean C
2nd DUI probation terminated early, Petition to dismiss conviction granted!
DMV hearing based on Negligent Operator - Point Count, Desta G
Case Set Aside completely avoiding license suspension!
S.Levine v. DMV - Writ
Driver License suspension overturned after filing writ against DMV!
DMV v. Michael A.
Suspension set aside!
Jeff R. v. DMV
Driver License suspension overturned after filing writ against DMV!
Petitioner v. Kim A.
Restraining Order Dismissed with Prejudice!
People v. Joshua M
BOTH CHARGES DISMISSED! Client ended up entering a plea to Tinted windows, a No DMV point non moving violation for a $25 fine! NO misdemeanor, extremely reduced fine, NO DMV points, NO probation, and NO driver license suspension! )
People v. Laura G.
Acquittal of all charges after Jury Trial! No fines, no probation, no driver license suspension, NO conviction!
People v. Jeremy P
DUI conviction dismissed pursuant to PC 1203.4
People v. William G.
.DUI dismissed, reduced to a non-alcohol related offense
People v. James W
Case dismissed!
DMV hearing based on DUI
Set aside (won the hearing)
People v. Chris B.
Conviction dismissed pursuant to PC 1203.4
People v. Enrique W.
Resolved case leading to dismissal of 14601.2 charge and avoided jail on the probation violation!
DMV hearing 2nd DUI w/high BAC
SET ASIDE! No License Suspension!
People v. Cassandra T.
All 5 tickets dismissed!
DMV v .Shannon M.
Set Aside! No driver license suspension!
DMV v .Shannon M.
Set Aside! No driver license suspension!
People v. Jacob W.
Case Dismissed!
DMV v. Alex W
Set aside granted! No driver's license suspension!
P. v. Nati F
Charge DISMISSED!
P. v. Benjamin B.
Probation Terminated, followed by dismissal of 2nd DUI conviction!
P. v. Shawn A
All Charge DISMISSED!
People v. David M.
Charge DISMISSED! Reduced to VC 12500 driving without a license. no points on DMV record, not priorable, lesser fine, no jail, no Interlock device requirement etc.!
P. v. J. Garcia
2nd DUI charges Dismissed! Reduced to an exhibition of speed
People v. R. A.
Charges completely dismissed!
People v. Lori G.
Charges completely dismissed!
People v. Olga C
Charge DISMISSED!
P. v. Chad G.
Charges reduced to lesser offense. VC 14601.1. Resolved case without any jail time and without IID requirement!
P v. Eric F
All priors stricken! No Jail
DMV v. J. Garcia
Set aside granted! No driver's license suspension!
DMV v. Jamie L. - Commercial Driver
Set Aside granted! No driver license suspension!
John W. DMV Refusal Case
Won DMV/APS hearing, Set aside granted! No license suspension!
Martin G - DUI, DMV hearing regarding Driver License Suspension
Won DMV Admin Per Se hearings. Set Aside granted! NO DMV action taken against drivers license.
P. v. Kevin S. (4th case)
All Charge DISMISSED!
P. v. Kevin S.
All Charge DISMISSED!
Javier G. - DMV, DUI Admin Per Se Hearing
Set aside granted! No driver's license suspension!
People v. Vicente T.
Red Light Camera ticket charge Dismissed!
P v. Michelle S.
Misdemeanor 14601.1 charge Dismissed! Reduced to an Infraction VC 12500, No jail! No DMV points! No probation! Extremely reduced fine!
People V. Martin G.
All DUI charges completely Dismissed!
P. v. Cade L.
All Charges Dismissed!
People v. Javier G.
Hung Jury, followed by dismissal of all charges!
People v. Angelina V
All charges Dismissed!
P. v. Krystal S.
DUI charges dismissed! Reduced to a Wet Reckless
P. V. Tarren R
All initial charges Dismissed! Reduced to a Wet Reckless.
DMV v. Marissa R.
Set aside granted! No driver's license suspension!
P v. Damaris F
Charge DISMISSED!
P v. Damaris F
Charge DISMISSED!
P v. Nati F.
Charged with VC 22350 Speeding, 70mph in a 55mph zone. Charge DISMISSED!
P. v. Naveen G
Probation Terminated, followed by dismissal of DUI conviction!
P. v. Jeffrey S.
Charges completely dismissed!
Chris F. - DMV hearing based on DUI arrest
Set aside granted!
P. v. Kristina S.
Charges completely dismissed!
P. v. Michel P.
DUI charges Dismissed! Reduced to a a non-alcohol related Exhibition of Speed,
P. Mark W.
Charge DISMISSED!
P. v. A. Rodriguez
All charges Dismissed!
P. v. Eric B.
VC 22349 speeding Dismissed (no DMV Points!)
DMV v. Clark W
Won DMV/APS hearing, Set aside granted! No license suspension!
P. v. Jaclyn G.
Charges completely dismissed!
P. v. Rich M.
DUI charges dismissed, Reduced to Wet Reckless. No license suspension, No IID requirement, etc.
P v. Brandon S.
DUI charges dismissed, Reduced to Exhibition of Speed (a non alcohol related offense). No license suspension, No IID requirement, etc.
P. v. Francis D.
DUI charges dismissed. Reduced to wet reckless. No Jail time, no license suspension, no IID requirement, etc.
DMV v. Rich M
DMV/APS hearing won! Granted set aside! No license suspension!
DMV v. Courtney H.
Drivers license suspension set aside!
P. v. Theodore T
Speeding charge dismissed at trial for failure to comply with subpoena!
DMV v. Nati F.
DMV hearing won, set aside granted. No license suspension!
P. v. Marvin B.
Client charged with DUI, Refusal enhancement, Speeding enhancement (mandatory 60 days jail upon conviction), and Driving without a License. All charges dismissed, case resolved for plea to Wet Reckless.
P. v. Courtney H
DUI charges dismissed, Reduced to Wet reckless with helmandollar plea over riding the drivers license suspension from the DMV
Brad D.
DUI charges dismissed. Plea agreement for Infraction parking ticket
P. v. Gerald S.
Charged with DUI (VC 23152(a) and VC 23152(b). DUI charges dismissed. Reduced to a Dry Reckless (not alcohol related, not priorable for DUI purposes).
People v. J. Coleman
Charged with VC 23140 (under 21 years old with a .05 BAC or higher). Charge completely dismissed!
P. v. E.B.
DUI with car accident and injured party. Reduced to wet reckless
P. v. Catherine N.
Charge Dismissed!
P. v. Juan F.
Both VC 14601.2 and VC 14601.5 were dismissed. No jail time, no community service, no community labor, no points on DMV record!
P. v. David M.
All Charges dismissed
P v. Sergio G.
2nd offense DUI with car accident. DUI dismissed, reduced to Dry Reckless (non alcohol, not priorable, no jail time, no license suspension, no Interlock device, significantly lowered fine)
P. v. Joseph M
3rd offense DUI reduced to Wet Reckless - avoided being a Habitual Traffic Offender, reduced jail, amongst other things
P. v. Stefan S.
DUI reduced to (dry) reckless driving. Non-alcohol related offense.
People v. Henry B.
DUI charges (VC 23152a & 23152b) dismissed! Reduced to non-alcohol related offense, exhibition of speed)
DMV v. Chris O.
DMV hearing based on DUI charge. .14/.14 Breath test, .17/.15 PAS test. Set aside granted!
R. Reynolds
DUI charges (23152a & 23152b) dismissed, reduced to wet reckless
People v. Jose Leiva
All DUI charges Dismissed, no speeding enhancement conviction. Reduced to a Wet Reckless
P v. Ryan C.
Warrant quashed. probation reinstated
P. v. Diego C
H&S 11364 Drug Paraphanalia Charges completelydismissed!
People v. AJ. B.
H&S 11351 dismissed, reduced to simple possession. No Jail and eligible to have plea withdrawn and dismissed
P. v. Y. Dorkins
DUI charges (.14/.14 BAC) dismissed, reduced to Wet Reckless
People v. David U
Charge completely dismissed!
P. v. Pete H.
DUI (with accident) charges dismissed, reduced to Wet Reckless
People v. Rito M.
2nd Offense DUI (with probation violation) charges dismissed. Reduced to a Wet Reckless. No jail time for wet reckless or Probation violation!
DMV v. Adam R.
Set aside Granted (No license revocation)
People v. Eric B
Misdemeanor charge dismissed! Reduced to Infraction VC 22349(a)
People v. Ernesto P.
Misdemeanor VC 12500 Dismissed, Infraction VC 16028 Dismissed, Infraction VC 23123 $20 fine.
People v. Brian M
Expungement granted - Conviction dismissed
People v. Judy N
PC 484 misdemeanor Petty Theft charges DISMISSED! reduced to Infraction for trespassing. No probation. $100 fine stayed (meaning, she doesn't have to pay it if she doesn't violate probation on her other case)
People v. Judy N.
DUI Charges DISMISSED! Reduced to Wet Reckless
DMV hearing for Jeff T. based on DUI
Hearing Won! Hearing Officer at El Segundo DMV granted "set aside" meaning the DMV did not suspend his license.
People v. Thomas A.
DUI charges DISMISSED! Refusal enhancement DISMISSED! Reduced to a Wet Reckless. No driver license suspension!
People v. H.A.
Misdemeanor charge DISMISSED! Reduced to Infraction
People v. Muhammad
All charges dismissed!
People v. Adrian M.
2nd offense misdemeanor VC 12500(a) driving without a valid license (Reduced to Infraction). All other charges dismissed!
People v. Kwon S.
Misdemeanor 12500a Driving without a valid license Dismissed!
People v. Chi Z.
14601.1 driving with a suspended license charge dismissed. 12500a driving without a valid license reduced to an infraction
DMV v. Brian M.
Dismissed
P. v. Randy S
DUI Charges Dismissed! Reduced to VC 23109(c) non alcohol related charge
P. v. Steve T.
DUI Charges Dismissed! Reduced to VC 23109(c) non alcohol related charge
P. v. George S.
No jail time! No Community Service or Caltrans!!
P. v. Lawrence S.
VC 22348B, 2 points on DMV record - Dismissed! (reduced to VC 22356 driving over 70 mph, only 1 DMV point). VC 21806A1, 1 Point on DMV record - Dismissed!
People v. Steve P.
Charge dismissed!
P. v. Michael H.
Charge Dismissed!
P. v. Rachel A. - 2nd Offense DUI
DUI charges dismissed, reduced to Wet Reckless - No Jailtime
P. v. Holly F - Driving without a valid license
Charge dismissed!
P. v. Farrokh T.
All DUI charges Dismissed! Reduced to a Wet Reckless
P. v. Michael D.
All charges dismissed, Probation reinstated, getting credit for time Court initially charged as "desertion"
P. v. V.Wright
All DUI Charges dismissed
P. v. K. Ford
All charges dismissed
P. v. D. Palumbo
All charges dismissed
P. v. William R.
All charges Dismissed
P. v. Teri W.
All charges dismissed
P. v. Bill S.
DUI charges dismissed, reduced to Wet Reckless, VC 12500(b) charge Dismissed!
P. v. D. Cortez
All charges dismissed
P. v. T. Ali
DUI Charges Dismissed (reduced to a Dry Reckless, non-alcohol related)
P. v. Olga V.
All charges dismissed
P. v. Alejandro M.
DUI Charges Dismissed! Reduced to VC 23109(c) non alcohol related charge
P v. C. Hasegawa
All charges dismissed
P. v. Jonathan S.
All DUI Charges Dismissed! Reduced to a reckless driving (Dry Reckless, Non-Alcohol related)
P.v. Arriana m
All charges dismissed
P. v. A. Perez
All charges dismissed
P v. Cynthia I.
DUI Charges Dismissed! Reduced to VC 23109(c) non alcohol related charge
P. v. Nick G
All charges dismissed
P. v. Frances T.
DUI charges dismissed, reduced to Wet Reckless
People v. T. Hill
All charges dismissed!
Education
2008
Loyola Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
University of Hartford
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2021
MCLE - Continuing Education
Diversion, Avoiding a conviction
2021
13th Annual DUI Defense Practice Institute Program
Diversion in DUI cases
2015
6th Annual Criminal Law Trial Tactics and DUI strategies
DMV hearings and procedure
Publications
2012
Valley Lawyer magazine (SFVBA)
Understanding the DUI Laws in California
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English
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