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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
1
Practice Area
DUI and DWI
100%
43 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Always
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2025 2024 2023
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12
2012
Licenses
Licensed in California for 41 years
State: California
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 42 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1983
No misconduct found
Location
San Diego County DUI Law Center
(858) 451-9097
Fax
501 W. Broadway Ave., Suite 800, San Diego, CA, 92101
sandiegoduilawyer.com/Gallery
Online Presence
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George Fredrick Mueller's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | January 20, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
RICK IS THE BEST
I can’t recommend Rick highly enough. From start to finish, he was incredibly thorough, responsive, and knowledgeable. He took the time to explain every step of the process clearly, answered all of my questions promptly, and made sure nothing was overlooked. His professionalism and attention to detai...
Posted by Elizabeth | January 19, 2026 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Rick Mueller, BEST DUI Attorney
Rick Mueller is an amazing attorney who goes above and beyond, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. From the very beginning, he answered my first call and took the time to hear my situation. From that point forward and to the end, each time I emailed him, he responded right away. Rick answered a...
Posted by Michael | August 2, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best San Diego DUI/DWI lawyer
Mr. Mueller was amazing. His quick response to all of my questions and directions to assist me with everything to do during my time of need, was above and beyond. His efforts and hard work show with the results of the court's decision. His extreme professionalism and quick responses wasted no time, b...
Posted by anonymous | July 30, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Rick Mueller is the best of the best!
After receiving my first offense DUI in San Diego I contacted Rick Mueller requesting his service. He was quick to respond to all questions and representing me throughout the entire court process leading to absolute best result possible. I highly recommend Rick Mueller to anyone seeking help regardin...
Posted by Adriana | July 25, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
WE WON!!
I've never hired an attorney before, so I was really stressed about the whole process. But Rick Mueller was fantastic. His rates were significantly more affordable than other lawyers I consulted, which was a huge relief. He kept me informed every step of the way and made sure we worked closely togeth...
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Experience
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 DefenseMember
1989 - Present
California DUI Lawyers AssociationSpecialist Member
1985 - Present
United States District Court for the Central District of CaliforniaAdmitted
1985 - Present
United States District Court for the Southern District of CaliforniaAdmitted
1984 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaAdmitted
1983 - Present
United States District Court for the Northern District of IllinoisAdmitted
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
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
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
Publications
2019
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
2017
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
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
Languages
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Top Contributor
George earned significant contribution points in 2012.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can you be charged in civilian court for a DUI on a military base
31 Aug 2011
Q&A
Objected to police reports at DMV hearing but failed to argue merits of evidence in the reports. Right move?
16 Apr 2011
Q&A
DUI with Prior/TC in Los Angeles.....DMV Hearing...Can I Win!!!
11 Mar 2011
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Drugs & DUI in California
05 May 2010
Legal Guide
Alcohol Level .07% or Less Yet Still Arrested in California for DUI / DWI, How?
26 Apr 2010
Legal Guide
Tips on How to Avoid a DUI and How to Minimize Your Risk of Being Convicted of DUI in California
20 Apr 2010