How Can Ernenwein & Mathes, LLP, Help?
If you’ve been charged with DUI, Ernenwein & Mathes, LLP, can help. Robert Ernenwein is a former Los Angeles deputy district attorney, and we will use his knowledge of how prosecution views DUI cases and our 60 combined years of experience as criminal defense attorneys to help get your DUI charges reduced.
We know you’re ready to put your past behind you and get your life back on track and we’re ready to do what needs to be done in order to make that happen.
Have you or someone you know been charged with DUI or any other crime? Contact Ernenwein & Mathes, LLP, Los Angeles and Orange County criminal defense lawyers today at (310) 361-3068 for a free case review.
What can your lawyers do to defend me against this charge?
Based on the facts of your case, we may be able to argue that you did not act willfully when you exposed yourself, that you did not expose yourself on purpose. We can argue that your exposure was not sexually motivated nor did it carry the objective of gratification or to offend others. Further, we can also argue that the person or persons present at the time of the exposure consented to the exposure.
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Why Choose Ernenwein & Mathes, LLP, To Defend You Against An Indecent Exposure Charge?
We are experienced and aggressive Torrance criminal defense lawyers and will use any and all available defenses to protect you against a conviction. We have over 60 combined years of experience defending persons accused of indecent exposure and other crimes. Robert Ernenwein is a former Los Angeles County deputy district attorney and will utilize his specialized knowledge and experience to benefit our clients in their cases.
Mr. Ernenwein is certified as a Criminal Law Specialist by the California State Bar Board of Legal Specialization. He has been selected for inclusion in California Super Lawyers for several years and has appeared as a legal analyst on multiple cable news programs, including Fox News.
If you are suspected or have been arrested for committing a crime, call us at (310) 361-3068 or email us immediately for your free consultation. We are standing by to hear your case in person in a free consultation.
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I cannot thank Robert enough for his efforts, knowledge, and execution in my case. He gave me a second chance.- Kevin Q.
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Michelle has had a profound impact on my life. She not only has a firm grasp of legal matters, but also of human emotions. This dynamic duo worked all hours of the day and night on my case. They exerted effort way beyond the amount that I had paid them.- Khadijeh K.
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If you are in need of a great attorney with an abundance of experience as well as a very professional office staff who constantly will keep you updated, call Ernenwein & Mathes!- Jake L.
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They are the gold standard for defense attorneys. A+- Former Client
Comparing The Penalties For Exhibition Of Speed Vs. DUI in California
It is important to bear in mind that an exhibition of speed charge is still a misdemeanor, and as such, comes with its own list of penalties. However, as rough as those penalties may be, they are still only half as bad as the penalties you may be facing with a DUI charge:
First-Time DUI Offender
| Exhibition of Speed | DUI | |
| County Jail Time | Up to 90 days (3 mo.) | Up to 180 days (6 mo.) |
| Fine Amount | Up to $500 | Up to $1,000* |
| Probation Period | 1-2 years | 3-5 years |
| Mandatory License Suspension Period | None | 6 months |
| DUI School? | No | Yes (3 mo.) |
| Priorability? | No | Yes |
*Does not include Penalty Assessment fees (typically ~$2,000)
Second/Third Time DUI Offender
| Exhibition of Speed | DUI | |
| County Jail Time | Up to 90 days (3 mo.) | Up to 365 days (1 year) |
| Fine Amount | Up to $500 | Up to $1,000* |
| Probation Period | 1-2 years | 3-5 years |
| Mandatory License Suspension Period | None | 2 years for 2nd offense 3 years for 3rd offense |
| DUI School? | Yes (9 mo.) | Yes (18-30 mo.) |
| Priorability? | No | Yes |
*Does not include Penalty Assessment fees (typically ~$2,000)
Apart from the two most notable differences in county jail time and the fine amounts, the differences in probation periods and priorability make an exhibition of speed conviction worth pursuing over a DUI.
For example, a common rule when you are on probation is that you are not allowed to drive with any amount of alcohol in your system. If you were to violate this rule, you will be said to have violated probation, and as a result may face more jail time, fines, and may even have to re-start your entire probation period all over again.
Likewise, having a prior DUI conviction on your record means that a second DUI charge within a 10-year period will result in much harsher penalties than the first time around, such as up to one year in county jail, three to five years of probation, and a two-year suspension of your driver’s license.
Furthermore, there are plenty of other hassles that can be avoided by reducing your DUI charge to an exhibition of speed charge. Some examples include:
- Having your driver’s license suspended
- Having to complete a DUI program
- Having to install an Ignition Interlock Device in your vehicle
Does My Case Qualify For Reduction?
There are a number of different factors that come into play when determining the likelihood of reducing your DUI charge, but the most important is whether or not the prosecutor has enough evidence to convict you of the DUI as it stands.
Our skilled attorneys will make it a point to check and double-check the results of your blood or breath sample and make sure the devices used were properly calibrated at the time of your arrest. Furthermore, during our free sit-down consultation session, we will hear your side of the story starting from the moments leading up to your arrest to make sure that it was legally valid and that all of your constitutional rights were respected.
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