DOUG ALLEN, Criminal Defense & DUI Attorney
Lawyer in Southern California practices only in Criminal Law and Drunk Driving Defense
427 Yale Ave.
Claremont, California, 91711
909 482-1274
909 399-4455
Practice Areas
DUI:
DUI is a serious criminal charge, and I recommend that no one represent themselves in such a matter. Often, the DUI defendant need never appear in court if represented by an experienced Criminal Attorney; this includes out of State and International drivers. Should you decide against retaining our services for your drunk driving matter, I still strongly suggest you seek legal counsel experienced in criminal defense for advice.
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
Criminal defendants faced with the possibility of going to jail or prison should always hire an attorney, whether their case is a first offense DUI, domestic violence, drugs or drug related, theft, assault or as serious as a sex crime or even murder.
The truth is, no matter what the person's intelligence or educational background, the criminal justice system makes it virtually impossible to do a competent job of self representation. Each criminal case is unique, and only an attorney who is experienced in assessing the particulars of a case--and in dealing with the many variables present in every criminal case--can provide the type of representation that every criminal defendant needs to receive if justice is to be done.
DMV
The Department of Motor Vehicles regulates licensing and takes administrative and disciplinary action which is separate and apart from a criminal proceeding involving driving under the influence of alcohol.The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) proceeding is quite different than the courtroom proceeding in a criminal matter. The hearings are more informal, and are run by a Driver Safety Office (DSO) Hearing Officer, who is an employee of the Department of Motor Vehicles and is not even trained as a lawyer.
I practice in all areas relating to the California DMV including "zero tolerance" hearings, excess "points", and health related issues.Firm Profile
DOUG ALLEN is a Southern California lawyer that practices only in the areas of Criminal Law and DUI Defense. As a California attorney, I know our Client's needs- whether in the area of drunk driving, criminal defense, DMV hearings,-or any legal area, are the same: quality legal representation at a fair price.
Doug Allen has been an Attorney in private practice in Claremont, California since 1991, emphasizing criminal law and criminal defense matters. Previously, he worked for a large Los Angeles based civil litigation firm and did a stint in the Public Defender's office.News and Information
A few examples of cases handled and the results obtained by Mr. Allen:
DUI -chemical test refused; Jury Trial; Not Guilty of DUI; guilty of driving on a suspended license.
DUI (3rd Offense)- Previous Attorney negotiated guilty plea with180 days in jail - Plea withdrawn - Dismissed on day of trial.
DUI- "No Contest" Plea to non-alcohol traffic offense after discovery revealed problems with blood sample.
DUI- Jury Trial; Case dismissed after Arresting Officer's testimony.
Assault & Battery stemming from a custody dispute; Jury Trial; Not Guilty.
Possession of narcotics; search of client’s vehicle; Jury Trial; Not Guilty.
Possession of narcotics; under the influence of narcotics; possession of stolen property; Case dismissed; search warrant quashed and evidence suppressed.
Petty Theft/Shoplifting; Case dismissed by a major store chain after discussions regarding a possible civil lawsuit.
Transportation of Narcotics (60 Pounds) Case Dismissed; Motion to Suppress Evidence granted; Unlawful Search & Seizure.
Possession of Marijuana for Sale - (100 Pounds) Motion to Dismiss at Preliminary Hearing granted; "insufficient evidence."
Possession of LSD for Sale (1000+ "hits")- drug diversion granted after search warrant problems discovered through pretrial discovery.
Possession of loaded and concealed firearm; Jury Trial; Not Guilty.
"3rd Strike" case; Offer to settle from the Prosecution- 25 to life. After extensive investigation and pretrial motions case resolved for 4 years.
Spousal Abuse- dismissed on day of trial.
Spousal Abuse - Jury Trial; Not Guilty.
The above cases are provided as examples only. Please be aware that they DO NOT constitute a guarantee as to any result in your case; each case is different and depends upon its own facts.Attorney Biography
Doug Allen was a police officer for the City of Claremont for 13 years, and achieved the rank of Captain. During his time at Claremont he served as a Patrol Officer, Training Officer, Detective, Detective Sergeant, Watch Commander, and Captain of the Patrol Division. He also served as Chief of Police for six months.
Doug ranked number one in his Law School Class. He has worked in a large Los Angeles based Civil firm that concentrated on defense of police misconduct cases. He also served as a Deputy Public Defender, and as such was involved in more than one hundred criminal cases. Mr. Allen has, in private practice, represented clients charged with offenses ranging from possession of alcohol to first degree murder. He has been a lecturer in Criminal Law at California State University, San Bernardino.Other Places to go:
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