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Independently rated by his peers and clients as "Superb", California DUI Lawyers Association Specialist George (Rick) Mueller is one of the top San Diego DUI Lawyers. Rick Mueller is also a Level 7 Contributor of Avvo Answers and writes about what to do when faced with a DUI.

Rick has been practicing drunk driving defense law since 1983. He received his Juris Doctor degree from Chicago Kent College of Law and is also a licensed attorney in Illinois.

Rick actively, exclusively and personally defends San Diego DUI & DMV cases. California DUI Attorney George Fredrick ("Rick") Mueller is in Good Standing with the California State Bar (No. 114305).

Rick is the only San Diego DUI criminal defense lawyer who is the Editorial Consultant for "California Drunk Driving Law," the most comprehensive reference for California DUI & DMV law. Known as California's Bible of DUI Defense, authored by legends Ed Kuwatch, Paul Burglin (San Francisco) and Barry Simons (Laguna Beach), the book features San Diego DUI attorney Rick Mueller's hard work.

Rick is the only San Diego DUI criminal defense attorney who was the featured Speaker at seven DUI / DMV seminars in San Diego County in recent years. Rick was selected by Attorney of the Year Felipe "Mad Dog" Plascencia to lecture at the Mexican American Bar Association's Annual DUI Seminar "Attacking & Defending DUI Cases" held at Loyola Law School in Los Angeles.

At the request of California DUI Lawyers Association
President Vincent Tucci, Rick lectured at the California Attorneys for Criminal Justice Rules of the Road DUI Seminar.

Rick is a Specialist member of the California DUI Lawyers Association & a member of the National College for DUI Defense.

Rick lectured at "Strategies in Handling DUI Cases" seminars. Rick lectured at the DUI & Drug Defense seminar at the San Diego Bar Building, at the North San Diego County Bar Association's Drunk Driving/DMV seminars, and at the Public Defender's Office DUI/DMV Training seminars. His DUI/DMV work is also featured in the California DUI Lawyers Association's Advanced DUI Skills seminar materials and Association of California Deuce Defenders' (presently the California DUI Lawyers Association's) materials. Rick spoke on "Current DMV Suspension Hearing Issues, Techniques & Writs" at the San Diego County Courthouse. Rick was the featured Speaker at the DUI - DMV Seminar in downtown San Diego. He also was the Lecturer at the Public Defender's Office criminal defense & DUI seminar. Rick's extensive expertise is often utilized by other attorneys on various DUI/DMV matters.

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Practice Areas

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DUI and DWI 100%

Rick is a DUI Attorney Specialist, as recognized by the California DUI Lawyers Association (CDLA). Rick is the only San Diego Attorney who is an Editorial Consultant for California Drunk Driving Law, the Bible for DUI Defense. Rick is a regularly featured Speaker at DUI seminars in San Diego County and throughout California. Rick is known as a "DMV Guru". Rick lectured at the California Attorneys for Criminal Justice DUI - DMV Seminar and the Annual DUI Seminar at Loyola Law School.

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2012

Licenses

Licensed in California for 41 years

State: California

Acquired: 1984

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Illinois for 42 years

State: Illinois

Acquired: 1983

Administrative - Not Authorized to Practice

No misconduct found

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Location

San Diego County DUI Law Center

(858) 451-9097

Fax

501 W. Broadway Ave., Suite 800, San Diego, CA, 92101

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George Fredrick Mueller's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

314 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 01, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

The best DUI Attorney

I had a very difficult case, because hit 2 parked cars and denied chemical test. I also spent a night in jail. After I contacted Mr Mueller, he was super honest with me and told that most likely I’ll not be able to drive. But, I heard and read a lot of reviews about him and how professional he is. An...d here we are, he did really impossible, I still can drive with following certain rules. Of course, I was doing everything he told me, a lot of super advices Mr Mueller gave me, which I would never do by myself. I wish nobody ever to have such kind of situation, but we are all human beings and make mistakes. I am very thankful for giving me this second chance and I definitely would not make it without Mr Mueller’s help. Thank you for doing your job with a %100, even more patience and tolerance. I felt myself shame and horrible, but because of very respectful attitude, I felt very comfortable during our process. I am thankful that I met him on my life way, even in such situation.

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Posted by anonymous | January 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

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Mr. Mueller provided superb knowledge about the expectations of my case. He was prompt with responding to any questions I had regarding the process of the DUI case in court.

Posted by anonymous | December 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Military Law

Most TRUSTED Attorney!

Rick Mueller saved me from so much between life and my career. As a Naval Officer it is almost impossible to convince the military that you are still worth more than what’s at hand. I went searching for an EXPERIENCED attorney who was knowledgeable in Military Law and how this entity operated. My fam...ily and I are beyond blessed to have come across Rick. Since day one, he had and always was very patient, blunt, communicative and quick to support any and all my questions and concerns. As I acknowledged and did exactly what he advised of I am happy to say that he was able to get my charges dropped. Yes EVERYTHING! I am free of anything on my driving record and am relieved! If you are looking for someone who will fight until the end, RICK is the way to go. He will never judge you but support you every step of the way! I did not have to show up to anything as he did for me. All you have to do is your part and HE will do the rest. THANK YOU RICK!!!

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Posted by anonymous | November 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Rick provides immense value.

My intention in writing this review is to express my satisfaction with the service I received from Rick, and help others make a presumably tough decision simple. As his website states, Rick “exclusively handles only DUI cases and related DMV representation.” He answers any and all questions, an...d responds to all communication in an extremely timely manner every single time. My worries were lightened and schedule smoothed as I never had to make an in-person appearance. Any action step I needed to take, such as enrolling in self-help meetings and alcohol programs were clearly explained. Additionally, all DMV action and court arraignments were anticipated and performed on, or ahead of time. Rick's confidence helped me feel confident with my situation, and the benefits gained vastly outweighed the consequences I would’ve had to face without his services. If you are deciding whether Rick is a good fit, I would advise with zero hesitation to save your time and worries, and make the move to go with Rick. He provides an immense amount of value, provides unparalleled service, and to that I am grateful.

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Posted by anonymous | November 01, 2022 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Stop looking, Rick is the One

First time DUI, as most I was unsure of what to do, scared and anxious. If I am being honest, Rick was the first lawyer I found due to high reviews and I decided to give him a call. Because he picked up and was willing to answer all my questions that I had, I decided to move forward with him as my la...wyer (Very glad I did). For my DUI case: first time DUI (.19 BAC), no prior traffic violations, listed as a refusal for breathalyzer, and no accident/damage. You need a lawyer. Along with all of the administrative headaches you have to deal from the court to the DMV, Rick handled everything and I never had to step foot inside the court. He answers all your questions and promptly reminds/informs you of what you need to do. As for my results, I am happy with the results given my circumstances. Additionally, he was able to push my DMV hearing months months later so that I can continue driving. Now that my DMV hearing has concluded, he worked with the DMV Officer to give me results better than I expected. I had a friend who spent $10k on a lawyer and got results that weren't even close to how Rick did for me. This man has your back.

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George Fredrick Mueller's Lawyer Endorsements

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Timothy Richardson

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 14

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"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the foremost experts on DUI law. A great lawyer."

Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Nov 09

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"I endorse this lawyer."

Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 16

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"I endorse this lawyer."

Matthew Ruff

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 25

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"I endorse this lawyer. George is highly regarded as a very experienced DUI lawyer and DMV hearing Attorney in California"

James Shields

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 24

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"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community. Very hardworking and diligent. Advice is practical and on point. I wholeheartedly recommend this attorney to anyone looking for someone who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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Unknown lawyer | Dec 23

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Brian Crockett

DUI and DWI lawyer | Sep 15

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"Attorney Mueller is a hard working, compassionate and client oriented advocate. I endorse this lawyer."

Christopher Leroi

DUI and DWI lawyer | Aug 13

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"Mr. Mueller provides excellent answers to all of the Avvo questions posted. He is an extremely conscientious and competent attorney. I would readily recommend anyone and everyone for his services. And this comes from an attorney who is a former judge and a former prosecutor."

M. Miller

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 13

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"I endorse this lawyer."

James Dicks

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 22

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"I endorse this lawyer."

James Garrett

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"George Mueller is a talented and well respected DUI defense attorney. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law, truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

Madhu Kalra

DUI and DWI lawyer | Apr 25

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Charles Franklin

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 13

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"I highly recommend this attorney. Very intelligent and very thorough when analyzing legal issues! Compassionate with clients and aggressive with legal issues! 5 STARS!!"

John Campanella

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 10

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"I endorse this lawyer."

Emanuel Mouganis

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 11

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"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Mueller is an outstanding attorney with an exceptional reputation He is a strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal profession"

Matisyahu Wolfberg

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 31

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"George Fredrick Mueller is the best DWI/DUI lawyer that I know of in San Diego, give him a call TODAY"

Douglas Wright

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 30

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Experience

Rating: 9.8 (Superb)

Honors

2025

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2024

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2023

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2022

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2021

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2020

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2019

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2018

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Law

2017

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2016

President's Award, California DUI Lawyers Association

2016

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2015

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2014

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2013

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2012

2012 San Diego’s Top Attorneys - DUI / DWI, San Diego Metopolitan magazine

2012

DUI Attorney Specialist, California DUI Lawyers Association

2012

A+ Accredited Rating, Better Business Bureau

2011

2011 San Diego’s Top Attorneys - DUI/DWI, San Diego Metopolitan magazine

2009

2009 Session Graduate, National College for DUI Defense

2008

2008 Session Graduate, National College for DUI Defense

2007

2007 Session Graduate, National College for DUI Defense

2006

2006 Session Graduate, National College for DUI Defense

2004

2004 Session Graduate, National College for DUI Defense

2001

DMV Guru, Bar Association

2001

2001 Session Graduate, National College for DUI Defense

1997

1997 Session Graduate, National College for DUI Defense

1988

Judge Pro Tem, Superior Court of the State of California

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Work Experience

1999 - Present

President, San Diego County DUI Law Center

1983 - 1999

Attorney, Law Offices of Rick Mueller

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Associations

1997 - Present

National College for DUI Defense

Member

1989 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Specialist Member

1985 - Present

United States District Court for the Central District of California

Admitted

1985 - Present

United States District Court for the Southern District of California

Admitted

1984 - Present

State Bar of California

Admitted

1983 - Present

United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois

Admitted

Deuce Defenders

Member

California Public Defenders Association

Member

The American Academy of Clinical Toxicology

Member

San Diego County DUI Law Center

President

California Deuce Defenders

Speaker - Member

Mendocino County Public Defender's Office

Speaker

Mexican American Bar Association

Speaker

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Speaker - Member

National Association of Criminal Defense Attorneys

Member

Illinois State Bar

Admitted

South Orange County Bar Association

Member

La Jolla Bar Association

Member

Orange County Bar Association

Member

North County Bar Association

Member

San Diego County Bar Association

Speaker - Member

California Consumer Lawyers Association

Member

San Diego Consumer Attorneys

Member

San Diego Bar Association

Member

National Association for Criminal Justice

Member

National Drunk Driving Defense Task Force

Member

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Sample of Legal Cases

Prince v. DMV, et. al.,

Drivers' Licenses / Blood Test Records Lawsuits

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Education

1983

Chicago-Kent College of Law Illinois Institute of Technology

JD - Juris Doctor

1980

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale

BS - Bachelor of Science

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Speaking Engagements

2009

Annual DUI Seminar Attacking & Defending DUI Cases

2008

Strategies in Handling DUI Cases in California Strategies & Tactics

2008

Annual DUI Seminar - Rules of the Road CACJ Advanced Strategies & Tactics for Handling California DMV APS Cases

2007

Strategies in Handling DUI Cases in California Administrative Per Se (APS) Hearings for DUI Cases

2004

Strategies in Handling DUI Cases in California Handling Writs From A to Z

2004

DUI / DMV Seminar - North County Bar Association

Strategies at DMV APS Hearings

2003

Criminal Defense Seminar, sponsored by the Public Defender's Office

DMV Consequences in DUI Cases

2001

Strategies in Handling DUI Cases in California Attacking DMV's Evidence, Attacking Blood and Breath Test Evidence, Tendencies, Under 21 / Zero Tolerance Cases, Refusals

2001

DUI Seminar sponsored by North County Bar Association

DMV Writs

2001

DUI Seminar for San Diego County Public Defenders

How to Handle DUI Cases

1999

Strategies in Handling DUI Cases & Introduction of Mary C. McMurray of Forensic Associates to California DUI Defense Attorneys Objections, Successful Strategies and Tactics, New Developments, Shifting the Burden of Proof, Rebutting the Presumption, Hearing Officers, What Your Client Should Know Before Testifying

1998

DUI & Drug Defense Seminar at San Diego Bar Association

DUI / DMV Defense

1997

DUI Seminar for North County Bar Association

DMV issues in DUI cases

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Publications

2019

San Diego DUI Lawyer News and information on San Diego, California DUI law and Drunk Driving in Southern California

2019

San Diego County DUI Law Center Comprehensive summary of California DUI law and Drunk Driving news

2018

San Diego County DUI Law Center Comprehensive summary of California DUI law and Drunk Driving news

2018

San Diego DUI Lawyer News and information on San Diego, California DUI law and Drunk Driving in Southern California

2017

San Diego DUI Lawyer News and information on San Diego, California DUI law and Drunk Driving in Southern California

2017

San Diego County DUI Law Center Comprehensive summary of California DUI law and Drunk Driving news

2016

San Diego County DUI Law Center Comprehensive summary of California DUI law and Drunk Driving news

2016

San Diego DUI Lawyer News and information on San Diego, California DUI law and Drunk Driving in Southern California

2015

San Diego County DUI Law Center Comprehensive summary of California DUI law and Drunk Driving news

2015

San Diego DUI Lawyer News and Resource Center

2014

California DUI Lawyer Center News and information on San Diego, California DUI law and Drunk Driving in Southern California

2014

California Drunk Driving Law Editorial Consultant

2014

San Diego DUI Lawyer Center Comprehensive summary of California DUI law and Drunk Driving news

2013

Attacking & Defending Drunk Driving Tests Contributing Editor

2013

California DUI Lawyer Center News and information on San Diego, California DUI law and Drunk Driving in Southern California

2013

San Diego DUI Lawyer Center Comprehensive summary of California DUI law and Drunk Driving news

2013

California Drunk Driving Law Editorial Consultant

2010

Associated Content Actions You Must Take when Arrested for a DUI in San Diego

2008

Associated Content Information from the Source San Diego California DUI and Drunk Driving Convictions

2000

California Public Defenders Association's DUI Defense Seminar Petition for Writ of Mandamus

2000

Association of California Deuce Defender DUI Seminar DMV Defense

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Languages

Spanish

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Activity

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George earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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Q&A

Can you be charged in civilian court for a DUI on a military base

31 Aug 2011

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Objected to police reports at DMV hearing but failed to argue merits of evidence in the reports. Right move?

16 Apr 2011

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DUI with Prior/TC in Los Angeles.....DMV Hearing...Can I Win!!!

11 Mar 2011

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Drugs & DUI in California

05 May 2010

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Alcohol Level .07% or Less Yet Still Arrested in California for DUI / DWI, How?

26 Apr 2010

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Tips on How to Avoid a DUI and How to Minimize Your Risk of Being Convicted of DUI in California

20 Apr 2010

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