George Fredrick Mueller

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George Fredrick Mueller

also known as Rick Mueller, San Diego County DUI Law Center, a Professional Corporation

5.0
Rating: 9.8

Licensed for 42 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at San Diego, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI

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

Virtual Consultation Available

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About George

Biography

Best rated DUI attorney. www.SanDiegoDUI.com

Best reviewed DUI lawyer. SanDiegoDUILawyer.com

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

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.

43 years

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Awards

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Top Contributor
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

Location

San Diego County DUI Law Center

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

sandiegoduilawyer.com/

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George Fredrick Mueller's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

314 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 44 reviews | General Knowledge

Posted by Efrain | February 09, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommend Rick

Rick was efficient and organized. He always kept me informed about my case and provided step by step instructions that were easy to understand. He’s very knowledgeable and was able to answer all my questions. Highly recommend him!

Posted by anonymous | October 07, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Lifeline

Rick M. is my lifeline! 2021 would have broken me had it not been for Rick. I had gotten a DUI. I reached out to Rick right away! I picked him out online based on his experience and his roll on being the editorial consultant for "CA DDL". The following week my husband was diagnosed with cancer. What ...was I going to do??? I was overwhelmed and had no one to turn to. I wanted to keep this private, I was embarrassed and ashamed. I told Rick what was happening he never once made me feel I was less then. He assured me he would take care of everything on his end and for me to concentrate on my husband. Rick kept me informed every step of the way, he was very kind and straightforward he responded to my text, emails and calls right away. Rick assisted with me keeping my license current so I could get my husband to and from all the Dr. appts. He also assisted with me keeping my license for when I returned to work (outside of the mandatory DMV 30 day suspension). My DUI was dropped in exchange for a guilty plea of driving with .08% BAC or more. Rick has gone above and beyond any of my expectations. I never felt more protected in a time when my life was falling apart. If you’re looking for an experienced top legal representation Rick the answer, he’s also honest, kind & the most experienced in DUI & DMV defense. Thank you, Rick, for all you have done on my behalf.

Posted by anonymous | September 26, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Rick Mueller: Excellent Defense Lawyer

Within three days of my DUI arrest, I contacted Rick Mueller. He immediately began educating me on the issues that lay ahead. First, he had me contact the DMV where I was able to get a temporary driver's license (my license was taken away during the arrest). Then, he scheduled a DMV hearing. This hea...ring was eventually postponed twice. As of this writing (six months after the arrest), I am still able to drive. As for my court case, Rick postponed the initial court date and then was able to negotiate a plea with the prosecurtors, reducing the DUI charge to a wet reckless. This excellent outcome resulted in much reduced penalties. But beyond the prosecution and defense of my case, Rick also provided me with invaluable advice and counsel: First, he advised me to not inform my employer despite the fact that I felt obligated to. This turned out to be a very good call. Second, Rick recommended that I attend alcohol recovery meetings, such as Alcoholics Anonymous or SMART Recovery. I began attending meetings and the experience has been very good. I enjoy the meetings and the emphasis on sobriety helps me to better manage my health, teenagers, and marriage.

Posted by Cassandra | June 24, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Highly recommended, experienced DUI lawyer

If you're reading this, it's probably because either you or someone you know ended a night out in handcuffs and the big question is "What now?" The justice system is not your friend in this situation. No matter how well you think you'll do, you are not a lawyer and the system will absolutely chew... you up and spit you back out if you go into that courthouse alone. You need legal representation by a professional who is both knowledgeable in your type of case and experienced with the same courthouse where you are scheduled to appear. This is where Rick comes in. Whatever the circumstances of your DUI, Rick has seen a case just like it and knows how to handle it. Paying for Rick's services is like paying for the best-case (realistic) scenario to unfold. He communicates via email and is quick and reliable with his responses. When you send your case to Rick, you can go about your life as normally as possible while he fights for you. On your court date, he appears for you and emails you the results. Rick’s services granted me less severe consequences than what I expected. I hired Rick both for my DUI case and for my more recent case in which I was cited for driving with a suspended license. I worried that I ruined my life over a couple of mistakes. Rick was able to get me a favorable plea deal in my DUI case with reduced consequences compared to what would have happened if I went to court without representation. The suspended license case was dismissed after Rick submitted a Motion pointing out that the police violated my constitutional rights, which meant that evidence they collected against me was inadmissible in court. I completely trust in Rick’s experience and abilities. He considers all angles of the case and fights for the best outcome possible. While I hope I will never need his services again, my experience with his service makes me feel glad that I have his contact information handy just in case. I cannot recommend Rick highly enough.

Posted by Anthony | January 04, 2021 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

2nd chance

I got my Dui back in April 2020. I was in a company vehicle, I was 3 times the limit, it was my 2nd within 10 years, I have a family, I'm the sole provider, I was already in a deep depression, etc etc , this was a nightmare. Almost 9 months later now I can say that the whole experience is actually a... blessing for me in my personal life, because of the changes it has brought about. Legally speaking, i spoke to a couple attorneys and put my trust in Rick, and he has guided me through the entire process way beyond my expectations. There is literally no research to do once you hire Rick, just do what he tells you. Looking back, before I hired him, I remember reading all his reviews that said "just do what he says" and now it all makes sense. I was preactively driving with an IID on a restricted license, and already doing my 18 month dui program, before my case was even heard. It became very obvious from talking to other people in the program that I was way ahead of the game, almost effortlessly. Yes I did wait 4 hours at the Dmv (he is human after all) but I have encountered many people in the Dui program (with attorneys) that don't have a clue what to do, and they paid alot more all around. My case recently settled and the aggravated 3× the limit count was dropped, my fine was the very minimum for a 1st time offense, but I only had to pay half of that because he was able to credit me for time served (2 days). I have to serve 10 days of Alternative Custody, thank God! In the days after my arrest I was sure I would be going back to jail for 30, 60, 90 days, 1 year! It is a scary time, you think the worst. Outside of the case result I really can't say enough about the service from Rick. He's very organized and the speed in which you receive info is immediate. Also he is personable and always responded to any questions I had promptly, sometimes I got a text or email back the same evening I sent them, thinking he would see it the next day. In closing I think that in writing this review I am trying to pay it forward. I feel like thanks to Rick the court had mercy on me and I'm very fortunate for this outcome. My advice to anyone facing a Dui charge would be, take a deep breath, and do yourself a favor by calling Rick Mueller.

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

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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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"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."

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DUI and DWI lawyer | May 20

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"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."

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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!!"

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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"

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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"

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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

Work Experience

1999 - Present

President, San Diego County DUI Law Center

1983 - 1999

Attorney, Law Offices of Rick Mueller

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

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

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

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

Publications

2015

San Diego DUI Lawyer News and Resource Center

2014

California Drunk Driving Law Editorial Consultant

2013

Attacking & Defending Drunk Driving Tests Contributing Editor

2013

California Drunk Driving Law Editorial Consultant

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

Languages

Spanish

Activity

Top Contributor

George earned significant contribution points in 2012.

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