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Habitual Drug Use

If you have been convicted of three or more drug-related offenses within a three-year period, then the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) could label you a "habitual drug user" and consequently suspend your driving privilege.

You can fight that potential suspension by requesting a hearing with the DMV and present evidence that the action is not warranted. The DMV will want to see a current substance abuse evaluation from your substance abuse counselor, dated not more than three months before the hearing date. If you don’t already have a substance abuse counselor, please check your local listings for a counselor in your area or contact an experienced California DMV attorney.

During these hearings you must also show documentation about your drug use habits in the form of notarized letters from people in your community who have frequent contact with you and who may know something about your use of controlled substances. These may include immediate family members, relatives, employers, friends, pastors, local law enforcement officials, a recognized support group or even neighbors. The letters should include the following information:

• Their relationship to you
• How long they’ve known you
• How often they see you
• Describe their knowledge of your past and current use of drugs, frequency of use, amount used and drug of your choice
• The last time they saw you or knew you used drugs
• Their knowledge of your past and current involvement in a treatment and/or support group

It is very important that you be completely prepared for this hearing and be armed with all the information and evidence the DMV hearing officer will need to assess your past drug use and current sobriety. You have the right to have an attorney represent and defend you at this hearing. Having an experienced California DMV Drug Offense attorney will give you a definite advantage and peace of mind. Call the experienced and knowledgeable DMV attorneys at Wallin & Klarich for your free consultation today.

At Wallin & Klarich, we approach every case with the belief that the person we're defending could easily be one of our own family members. We've seen firsthand how stressful legal matters can be for our clients and their loved ones. We are committed to being available to our clients at all times -- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. If you or someone you love is facing a DMV matter in Southern California, you should call Wallin & Klarich today for a free evaluation of your case. Call 1-888-782-5196 or fill out our online consultation form to get in contact with a legal professional today. We will be there when you call.

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