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Criminal Defense » DUI
If you have been arrested for DUI in Fresno, you are facing both a criminal case and a DMV battle over your license. A Fresno DUI defense attorney at DiSalvo Law handles both sides of the case for clients throughout California’s Central Valley.
DUI charges can put your license, job, and freedom at risk—even on a first offense. At DiSalvo Law, we defend DUI cases in Fresno and throughout the Central Valley, challenging traffic stops, testing procedures, and unfair outcomes.
We handle both the criminal case and the DMV side, working to protect your driving privileges and record.
We defend a wide range of DUI-related allegations, including:
We scrutinize every step of the stop, arrest, and testing process to identify defenses.
A DUI conviction can result in:
We aim to minimize or avoid these penalties through motions, negotiations, and trial when necessary.
Timing is critical in DUI cases. You may have only a short window to request a DMV hearing and challenge the automatic license suspension.
We act quickly to request the hearing, obtain discovery, and begin building your defense.
Our DUI defense strategy includes:
• Challenging the basis for the traffic stop and detention
• Reviewing breath and blood test procedures for errors
• Examining medical conditions and other factors that affect results
• Negotiating for reduced charges or alternative sentencing when appropriate
• Preparing for trial when the state’s case is weak or unfair
We also keep future expungement and record-clearing options in mind as we shape your defense.
Attorney Mario DiSalvo has represented clients in serious criminal cases for nearly three decades. His background in trial work and post-conviction litigation gives him insight into how local courts operate and what it takes to protect clients when everything is on the line.
Learn more about our broader criminal defense practice »
We defend DUI cases in courts across Fresno and the Central Valley, including:
To see how DUI defense fits into our larger practice, visit our Criminal Defense hub.
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DiSalvo Law
5151 N Palm Ave
Suite 100
Fresno, CA 93704
(559) 442-1552
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Will I lose my license after a DUI arrest?
You may face an automatic license suspension unless you request a DMV hearing within a short deadline. We handle this process as part of your defense.
Do I have to plead guilty to a first-time DUI?
No. Every case is different. We evaluate the evidence, look for defenses, and pursue the best available outcome, which may include reductions or alternative resolutions.
Are breath and blood tests always accurate?
No. Testing devices and procedures can be flawed. We often examine calibration, training, and collection issues for weaknesses.
Is a DUI a misdemeanor or a felony?
Most first and second DUIs are misdemeanors, but some cases—such as those involving injuries or multiple priors—can be charged as felonies.
Can a DUI ever be expunged?
In many cases, later expungement may be available after you complete probation, depending on the final outcome.
If you are facing a DUI charge, do not go it alone. Speak with a Fresno DUI defense attorney today…Contact DiSalvo Law for a confidential consultation about your rights, defenses, and next steps. To learn more about DUI law from the California DMV.
