As an experienced San Diego DUI Attorney, I am dedicated to the aggressive defense of drunk driving and other criminal cases. I understand that the preservation of a defendant's license is crucially important, and I organize defense strategy and tactics around that priority.

My mastery of the complex and technical field of DUI law has produced an impressive record of victory both in courtrooms and in driver's license suspension hearings.

For most people, a DUI arrest brings a high level of fear. The very thought of being in jail raises concerns about personal safety and the suspension or revocation of a driver's license can have ruinous consequences on many levels. People sometimes lose their jobs, and the financial implications of a DUI can be staggering. If you are arrested for drunk driving, you need a lawyer who knows your concerns and will fight for your rights.

As a skilled San Diego DUI Attorney, I provide legal representation of the highest order for drunk driving clients in San Diego County and throughout Southern California, in the following practice areas:

• Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs (DUI)
  • Misdemeanor
    • 1st Offense
    • Repeat Offenses
• Felony
  • Serious Repeat Offender
  • Accident with serious injury or death
  • DUI Manslaughter
  • DUI Murder
• DUI with a child passenger
• Hit and Run Driving
• Reckless Driving
• Contests of Speed
• Driving on a Suspended License
• Other Traffic Crimes
• Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or other state licensing agency Suspension/Revocation Hearings
  • DUI Conviction
  • Chemical Test Refual
  • Medical or Drug Suspension
  • Negligent Operator (too many tickets) Suspension

Prosecutors know me as a formidable courtroom opponent, and they know the depth of research and preparation to be expected at trial. Ironically, this unfailing preparation and readiness to fight it out in court often produces extraordinary results without need for a trial.

You can be assured that I will personally handle every aspect of your case. I do not employ paralegals or associates. I will meet with you at the initial free consultation. I will obtain and review the police report with you. I will make all the court appearances required for the proper presentation of your case. I will do all of the research on your case and meet with the prosecutor in an attempt to get your case in the best position for a favorable resolution.

I am very accessible to my clients and receive telephone calls after normal working hours and on weekends. I also am available for meetings after hours and on weekends. The greatest compliment I can receive is having an old client refer a new case or return with a new problem.

I have practiced Criminal Defense Law in California for almost twenty years. I aggressively defend my clients. My goal is to educate them to the applicable law so that they may make informed decisions regarding their cases. I do not promise prospective clients things they want to hear such as, "If you hire me there will be no jail time," just so I will be hired.

My approach is to inform and educate my clients so they can make realistic decisions with regard to their immediate problem.

I am also licensed to practice law in Colorado, Nevada, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Primarily, I deal with Criminal Defense cases. However, I do handle Personal Injury, Immigration, and Debt Relief Cases.

If you or someone you know in Southern California needs the assistance of an experienced San Diego DUI Attorney, call Richard Katzman today at 866-679-2806, or complete the contact form provided on this site to schedule your free consultation.