What are the grounds for an appeal for a DUI trial verdict? I know of error on behalf of prosecution judge or jury. Any other?

Mr. Cernyar put it best. Appeals are highly specialized areas of law. Good luck. You're going to be looking for mistakes of law that amount to...

Does a DUI conviction and probation show up on background checks made by potential employers?

Yes, convictions show up. (Again, I think you're focusing on the post-game scenarios much too early.) You can ask for diversion on the 11550 =...

OK, we all agree - you're looking at the post-game options before the game has even begun. But, to answer your question: Yes, it is often...

What should I do? Should I get an attorney? Can I get it off my record?

At the very least, you should talk with some of the local, qualified attorneys who specialize in DUIs. Many of them offer free consultations. ...

The 15 minute observation period required for Title 17 compliance does NOT apply to the PAS (preliminary/portable alcohol screening) device. This...

IF the DA elects to pursue the case, you can expect to be charged with a 23152(a) VC. It's a misdemeanor crime, and it is commonly called a...

A wet reckless is a possibility. The first thing that jumps out at me is "0.09 about an hour after the stop with no PAS test at the scene" = so,...

Had a DUI in California in1995, paid all fines but never did 3 month program. Now its 2013, Will DMV give license with SR-22.

The DMV is not the court, and it will not restore your driving privilege in CA until you do the class (and pay the fees.) The DMV's memory is...

14601.2(A) effecting unsupervised probation?

As Mr. Grupenhagen pointed out - her unsupervised probation won't be up in January because it's probably already been revoked. (BTW - how, if she...

Ok, first - don't write a letter to the court - they won't read it, and when it gets in the hands of the DA = he/she will read it and use it...