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DUI Consultation

Berglund Law Office, P.C. is a law firm that specializes in defending persons arrested for Driving Under the Influence.  DUI Attorney Robert D. Berglund vigorously represents his clients to ensure that they are treated fairly under the law and receive the best possible outcome in their cases.  Call a knowledgeable and experienced Torrance DUI Lawyer today at (877) 667-1205 or submit our CONTACT form today for a free and confidential consultation about your case.  

DUI Enforcement in Torrance

The Torrance Police Department provides law enforcement for the city of Torrance and is committed to maintaining Torrance's reputation as a safe and low crime place to live.  The Torrance PD's main station is located at the Civic Center near Torrance City Hall.  The department is broken down into four major divisions, each with its own subdivisions. The Torrance Police Department keeps a strong presence throughout the city conducting regular patrols for criminal activity, particularly patrols looking for DUI drivers and conducting DUI checkpoints.  The California Highway Patrol assists in DUI saturation patrols on the 405 freeway.  

DUI Prosecution in Torrance

A portion of the "South Bay Curve" runs through Torrance and is one of the most heavily congested portions of a major freeway in the country.  A DUI accident here can have devastating consequences.  The CHP is always on the lookout for suspected drunk drivers.  Misdemeanor DUI arrest reports are sent to the Torrance City Attorney for criminal prosecution.  Felony DUI arrest reports from Torrance are forwarded to the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office.  If you need a Torrance DUI Lawyer to defend you against DUI charges, CONTACT our office today.

10 Days to Request Torrance DMV Hearing 

An arrest for DUI frequently brings two separate actions against the driver: a criminal case against them in court and a DMV administrative action.  If you were arrested on suspicion of DUI involving of alcohol, the Torrance Police Department or California Highway Patrol officers likely confiscated your driver's license and issued a pink "temporary" license that is good for 30 days.  However, you only have 10 days from the arrest date to request a DMV Administrative Per Se (APS) hearing from the DMV Driver Safety Office.  A DMV hearing on whether your license will be suspended will be held at the El Segundo Driver Safety Office.  

Driver's License Suspension

If you fail to request an APS hearing, your driver's license will automatically be suspended upon expiration of the temporary license.  How long the license remains suspended will depend on whether or not you have prior DUI offenses and/or whether you refused to submit to the required breath or blood test.  An experienced Torrance DUI Lawyer should be contacted as soon as possible following a DUI arrest to ensure that your driving privilege is protected.  CONTACT our office within 10 days of your DUI arrest to ensure that your driver's license is not automatically suspended.  

DUI Charges Filed

If you are arrested for DUI in Torrance, a criminal complaint will be filed against you unless the prosecutor declines to file the case due to insufficient evidence.  A DUI conviction can have a devastating impact on a person's life, adversely affecting employment, finances, child custody agreements, and freedom.  Misdemeanor and felony DUI cases will be filed at the Torrance Courthouse.  Do not go to Court alone and represent yourself.  It is best to have a good DUI attorney by your aside.  Do not assume that you must plea guilty to DUI and have no other options.

City of Torrance

The city of Torrance has a population of approximately 150,000 people and is located in the South Bay region of Los Angeles County.  Torrance is famously known as the birthplace of the American Youth Soccer Organization.  The Torrance Unified School District operates the public schools in the city of Torrance, including five high schools, eight middle schools, and seventeen elementary schools.  According to Wikipedia, Torrance is known for its low crime rates and consistently ranks among the safest cities in the county.  Law enforcement officers in Torrance have a zero tolerance policy for impaired drivers.  Checkpoints are conducted regularly and DUI offenders are prosecuted harshly at the Torrance Courthouse.

Dedicated Torrance DUI Defense Lawyer

If you have been arrested for DUI, CONTACT a skilled Torrance DUI Lawyer today.  DUI Attorney Robert D. Berglund will personally speak with you about what happened.  He will ask you to tell him your story and explain exactly what happened, understanding that each and every DUI case is unique in its own way.  This information will allow him to evaluate your case carefully and look for any problems of proof that the prosecution may have in proving its DUI case against you.  Do not delay if you are facing Torrance DUI charges, CONTACT our office today for a free and confidential consultation.  

Fight Your Traffic Ticket

Our office specializes in representing individuals facing traffic violations. We represent our clients in both court and at DMV hearings. Your case will be handled with the personalized attention and expertise that it deserves.

Free Consultation

There is no charge for the phone consultation. Our office specializes in representing individuals facing traffic violations. Attorney Robert D. Berglund will personally speak with you about your case and provide you with an honest analysis. Contact us today.