Criminal Defense & Record Clearing

DUI Defense & Expungement Services

Defending your rights and clearing your record. Specialized legal representation for DUI cases and criminal record expungement in California.

Criminal Defense

DUI Defense Attorney in San Francisco

A DUI arrest can have devastating consequences for your career, finances, driving privileges, and personal life. With California's strict DUI laws and penalties, you need an experienced defense attorney who knows how to challenge the evidence and protect your rights.

First-Time DUI Offenses

We fight to minimize penalties, reduce charges, or get your case dismissed. Our goal is to protect your clean record and keep you out of jail.

Repeat DUI Offenses

Multiple DUI convictions carry severe penalties including lengthy jail time, hefty fines, and license suspension. We build aggressive defenses for repeat offenders.

Drug DUI

Driving under the influence of marijuana, prescription drugs, or illegal substances requires specialized defense strategies. We challenge drug recognition expert testimony.

DMV License Suspension Hearings

You only have 10 days to request a DMV hearing after a DUI arrest. We act fast to protect your driving privileges and challenge the suspension.

Our DUI Defense Strategy

We leave no stone unturned when defending DUI cases. Our comprehensive approach includes:

Challenging the legality of the traffic stop
Questioning breathalyzer accuracy and calibration
Scrutinizing blood test procedures and chain of custody
Challenging field sobriety test administration
Examining officer credibility and police reports
Negotiating reduced charges or alternative sentencing
Record Clearing

Expungement Services in California

A criminal record can follow you for life, affecting employment opportunities, housing applications, professional licenses, and more. California's expungement laws offer a second chance by allowing eligible individuals to clear their criminal records.

At Beahm Law, we help clients navigate the complex expungement process to give them a fresh start and remove the burden of past mistakes.

Benefits of Expungement

Better Employment Opportunities

Most private employers cannot discriminate based on expunged convictions, opening doors to better jobs and career advancement.

Housing Access

Landlords often reject applicants with criminal records. Expungement improves your chances of securing quality housing.

Professional Licensing

Many professional licenses require a clean record. Expungement helps you obtain or maintain state licenses.

Peace of Mind

Move forward with confidence knowing your past conviction won't show up on most background checks.

Are You Eligible for Expungement?

You may be eligible for expungement under California Penal Code Section 1203.4 if you meet the following criteria:

  • You successfully completed probation (or obtained early termination)
  • You are not currently charged with a criminal offense
  • You are not serving a sentence for a criminal offense
  • You were not convicted of certain serious felonies or sex offenses
  • You did not serve time in California state prison (with some exceptions)

Note: Even if you don't meet all criteria, you may still qualify for other forms of record relief. Contact us to discuss your specific situation.

The Expungement Process

Our streamlined process makes expungement straightforward and stress-free:

01

Case Review

We evaluate your conviction and determine eligibility for expungement

02

File Petition

We prepare and file all necessary paperwork with the court

03

Court Hearing

We represent you at the hearing and advocate for approval

04

Record Cleared

Once granted, your conviction is dismissed and record updated

Ready to Protect Your Rights?

Whether you're facing DUI charges or seeking to clear your criminal record, we're here to help. Contact us today for a confidential consultation.

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