Anaheim DUI Lawyers

We Handle Every Aspect of DUI Defense

Whether you’re facing your first DUI or a complex felony case, The Law Offices of Taylor & Taylor provides comprehensive representation across all stages of the DUI process — from the initial traffic stop to DMV hearings and courtroom litigation. Our DUI attorneys in Anaheim, supported by in-house forensic experts, are equipped to challenge both the legal and scientific foundation of the government’s case.

Dealing With a DUI Charge

We defend clients against all types of DUI allegations, including:

• First-time DUI offenses
• Felony DUI offenses
• Multiple / repeat DUI offenses
• DUI with injury (VC § 23153)
• Underage & zero-tolerance DUI
• DUI of marijuana or prescription drugs
• Commercial driver DUI
• Out-of-state DUI
• Chemical test refusals
• DUI enhancements (high BAC, child passenger, accidents)

Challenging the Evidence

Our team is known for dismantling flawed or overstated prosecution evidence, including:

• Unreliable breathalyzer results
• Improper blood sample handling/chain of custody errors
• Sobriety checkpoints and unlawful stops
• RFI interference and breathalyzer malfunctions
• Field sobriety test errors
• BAC physiology and absorption rate issues
• Officer observations and behavior symptom misinterpretation
• Medical defenses (diabetes, body temperature, hematocrit, etc.)
• Contaminating factors (mouth alcohol, smoking, metabolism, etc.)

Protecting Your License

We take immediate steps to protect your driver’s license and challenge administrative penalties, including:

• DMV administrative per se (APS) hearings
• License suspension appeals
• IID requirements and restricted licenses
• Driving record impact and point assessments
• Insurance consequences after DUI
• Out-of-state license issues

Whether your case involves faulty testing equipment, an illegal stop, or a complex DMV hearing, we know how to fight back.

California DUI Penalties 

The penalties for a DUI conviction in California depend on your record, the circumstances of the arrest, and whether there were any aggravating factors (such as a high BAC, an accident, or a refusal to test). Here’s a general breakdown of what’s at stake:

First Offense DUI

• Up to 6 months in jail
• Fines and penalty assessments exceeding $2,000
• License suspension (plus potential IID requirement)
• 3-month DUI education program
• 3 to 5 years of probation

Second DUI (within 10 years)

• Mandatory jail time (96 hours to 1 year)
• Longer license suspension and IID requirements
• 18- to 30-month DUI education
• Higher fines and longer probation

Third DUI (within 10 years)

• Minimum 120 days in jail
• 3-year license revocation
• 30-month DUI school
• Possible felony charges, depending on circumstances

Felony DUI or DUI with Injury

• State prison time
• Extended license revocation
• Restitution to injured parties
• Long-term impact on your criminal record

Even a relatively low-level misdemeanor DUI can trigger ripple effects, including increased insurance rates, job loss, and immigration consequences for non-citizens. That’s why it’s critical to work with a defense firm that knows how to limit the fallout.

What Makes Anaheim DUI Cases Unique?

DUI enforcement in Anaheim often involves high-traffic areas, major sporting venues, and targeted patrols around Disneyland, the Honda Center, and Angel Stadium. DUI checkpoints are also more common during weekends and special events.

Cases are usually filed at the North Justice Center, and we routinely appear before the prosecutors and judges assigned there. Knowing how local law enforcement officers testify and how the court handles breath test challenges, refusals, and DMV hearings is key to building an effective defense.

We’ve represented clients arrested:

• Near Disneyland and Anaheim Convention Center
• After leaving Angel Stadium, Honda Center, or Downtown Disney
• In high-traffic areas like Harbor Blvd., Katella Ave., and State College Blvd.
• At DUI checkpoints along major corridors like Ball Rd., Brookhurst, and Euclid

Every arrest has its own set of facts, and we work quickly to gather police reports, test records, and surveillance when available to challenge the government’s case.

Key Issues in DUI Defense

While every DUI case is different, there are several recurring legal and scientific issues we investigate in detail:

• Constitutional Validity of the Stop. Was there reasonable suspicion to pull you over? If not, the entire case may be subject to suppression.
• Field Sobriety Tests (FSTs). Were they properly explained and administered? FSTs are subjective and often misused as evidence.
• Chemical Test Accuracy. We challenge the reliability of breath and blood tests, focusing on equipment calibration, preservative levels in blood vials, and chain-of-custody errors.
• Refusal Allegations. If you’re accused of refusing a test, we look at whether the officer properly advised you of the consequences and whether a refusal was clearly documented.
• Rising BAC Defense. Alcohol absorption can increase after driving but before testing. This timing issue is critical in borderline cases.

Our in-house team of former law enforcement officers and forensic experts supports every case we handle giving us tools that few defense firms can offer.

DMV Hearings & License Suspension

If you're arrested for DUI, the clock starts immediately on your driving privileges. You have just 10 days to request a hearing with the DMV to contest the automatic suspension of your license.

This hearing is separate from your criminal case, but just as important.

We handle DMV hearings for every client and use them as an early opportunity to subpoena documents, question the arresting officer, and lay the groundwork for your courtroom defense. In many cases, we can secure restricted driving privileges or prevent suspension altogether.

How Our DUI Lawyers in Anaheim Can Help

From the moment you hire us, we get to work protecting your license, your record, and your future. 

That includes:

• Demanding and reviewing all evidence from the prosecution and DMV
• Challenging the legality of the traffic stop or arrest
• Filing motions to suppress flawed breath or blood test evidence
• Consulting our in-house experts on testing protocol and lab errors
• Representing you at all court hearings and DMV proceedings
• Seeking charge reductions, alternative sentencing, or full dismissals

Whether this is your first offense or you're facing a serious felony DUI, we know how to build the strongest defense possible, and we’re prepared to fight for the best outcome every step of the way.

Take Action Now – Call Us for a Free Consultation

A DUI arrest can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. The Law Offices of Taylor & Taylor has been defending people in your position for more than 40 years. We know the courts, the science, and the strategies that get results.

Call (562) 330-4173 to request a free and confidential consultation with a DUI defense lawyer who knows Anaheim and is ready to protect your rights.