LAW OFFICE OF SHIRLEY J. BONEY                                         (559) 312-6760 
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FRESNO DUI DEFENSE ATTORNEY
Serving the Central Valley and Central Coast Communities

Osiyo! -- Welcome
 

The Law Office of Shirley J. Boney, based in Fresno, CA, represents clients throughout California's Central Valley and Central Coast communities, including those located in Fresno County, Kern County, Kings County, Madera County, Monterey County, Santa Cruz County, San Luis Obispo County and Tulare County. 

Attorney Shirley J. Boney is a solo practitioner. -  Practice Overview

Criminal Defense Overview

DUI / DWI Charges -- The Drink Wheel

Are you currently facing allegations of driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI)?  If so, be advised that immediately assuming defeat in light of the officer's report is not a recommended course of action.  

As with other criminal matters, the burden of proving each and every element of the charged offense is on the government.  This means that the government must demonstrate facts as to each element of the offense proving, beyond a reasonable doubt, that element is met.  The government must also prove that the officer had probable cause for the stop that resulted in your arrest, that the officer properly administered each and every test he or she gave you, and that the equipment used by the officer to perform each test functioned properly at the time it was used by the officer.  In addition, there are factors that, if present in your particular case, may prove very helpful in reaching a positive resolution of your case.  

If you would like to discuss your case and your potential defenses with a lawyer who is passionate about justice and fairness, and who is dedicated to providing aggressive, diligent representation, call (559) 312-6760 today to schedule an initial free consultation with Defense Attorney Shirley J. Boney.   


DMV Hearing

The DMV hearing provides you with an opportunity to be heard prior to DMV taking administrative action against your driving privilege.  However, a hearing  will NOT be scheduled UNLESS you request the hearing within 10 calendar days of receipt of the "Notice of Suspension", issued by the officer at the time of your arrest.  If you do not request a hearing within the 10-day period, you will have lost the opportunity to show the DMV that the administrative suspension of your driving privilege is unjustified. 

The DMV hearing, regarding your driving privilege and the circumstance surrounding your arrest, is an administrative proceeding that is separate from the criminal court proceeding dealing with your criminal charge of driving under the influence.  The DMV hearing will not address the issue of whether the government can prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, nor will it hear evidence pertaining to particular defenses which may be available in your criminal matter.  At the DMV hearing, only the following questions will be at issue: 

  • If you took a blood, breath or (if applicable a) urine test:
    • Did the officer have probable cause to stop you?
    • If so, was your arrest otherwise lawful?
    • Were you driving a motor vehicle when you had 0.08% or more by weight of alcohol in your blood?
  • If you refused to submit to or failed to complete a blood, breath or (if applicable a) urine test:
    • Did the officer have reasonable cause to stop you?
    • If so, was your arrest otherwise lawful?
    • Did the officer inform you that your refusal to submit to or failure to complete a blood, breath or (when applicable) urine test would result in the suspension of your driving privilege for one year or in the revocation of your license for two or three years?
    • Did you refuse to submit to or fail to complete a blood or breath or (when applicable) a urine test, after being requested to do so by a peace office? 

In the event you would like to speak with the Law Office of Shirley J. Boney concerning your case, call (559) 312-6760 to speak directly with Attorney Shirley J. Boney.    


Resource Links

DMV - Under 21 - DUI
DMV - General Information
Alcohol Problems and Solutions
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

Contact Attorney Shirley J. Boney

Patterson Building
2014 Tulare Street, Suite 310
Fresno, CA 93721

Telephone  559-312-6760
                    559-435-3310
Facsimile    559-437-9203

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Based in Fresno, the Law Office of Shirley J. Boney represents clients throughout Central California, including Fresno; Clovis; Madera; Kingsburg; Selma; Reedley; Hanford; Visalia; Tulare; Bakersfield; Carmel; Pacific Grove; Monterey; Salinas; Santa Cruz; and San Luis Obispo.

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