FELONY DUI
Compassionate yet aggressive legal help when you need it most
If you need a felony DUI lawyer in Santa Cruz, call Defense Lawyer John W. Thornton. From his office in Santa Cruz, Attorney Thornton represents clients throughout the region, drawing on decades of experience and a reputation for aggressive, effective defense. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or uncertain about your future, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face this challenge without help.
Why you need legal help now
A felony DUI charge is always serious. Prison time, hefty fines, and a suspended license are real possibilities in California. If you or a loved one faces a felony DUI charge in Santa Cruz, it’s critical to act quickly. You must request a DMV hearing within ten days of your arrest to have any hope of keeping your driving privileges. Don’t wait—experienced legal help can make all the difference.
How attorney John W. Thornton can help
Attorney Thornton has represented thousands of clients facing the most serious criminal charges, including:
Extreme DUI
DUI with injuries
DUI with property damage
Hit-and-run involving DUI
Felony DUI with enhancements (such as a child in the vehicle)
With more than 35 years of experience, John knows how to defend your rights aggressively. He might be able to get your charges dismissed or reduced, and he will work tirelessly to minimize your risk of the most severe penalties.
Proven defense strategies
Whether you’re accused of driving while impaired for the first or fourth time, or involved in an accident resulting in injuries, John Thornton will develop an aggressive defense strategy tailored to your case. If law enforcement violated your rights or committed procedural errors, he will fight to have the charges dismissed or reduced. If there are holes in the case against you, the Constitution is on your side.
Don’t wait—your future is important
Contact me now for a free, confidential consultation. Call 831‑426‑5800, or if you’d prefer email, I often respond on weekends and evenings.
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You must request a DMV hearing within ten days of your arrest to have any chance of retaining your driving privileges. Acting quickly to secure experienced legal representation is critical.
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Felony DUI charges in California are serious and carry severe consequences such as prison time, hefty fines, and license suspension. Common felony DUI cases include extreme DUI, DUI causing injuries, DUI with property damage, hit-and-run involving DUI, DUI with a child in the vehicle, and repeat offenses.
If you are facing a felony DUI charge in Santa Cruz County, it is crucial to act quickly. You must request a DMV hearing within ten days of your arrest to have any chance of retaining your driving privileges.
Attorney John W. Thornton has decades of experience aggressively defending clients against felony DUI charges. He works to protect your rights, challenge any procedural errors or violations, and seek dismissal or reduction of charges when possible.
Contact John W. Thornton’s office at 831-426-5800 for a free consultation and to start building a strong defense.
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Act quickly. You must request a DMV hearing within ten days of your arrest to have any chance of retaining your driving privileges. Contact an experienced attorney immediately to protect your rights.
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Attorney John W. Thornton works to protect your rights, challenge any procedural errors or violations, and seek dismissal or reduction of charges when possible.
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With skilled legal defense, charges may be reduced or dismissed, especially if law enforcement violated your rights or made procedural errors during your arrest.
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A felony DUI is a more serious drunk driving charge that typically involves aggravating factors such as causing injury, property damage, having a child in the vehicle, repeat offenses, or hit-and-run incidents.
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Penalties can include significant prison time, large fines, license suspension or revocation, and mandatory DUI education or treatment programs.
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With more than 35 years of experience, Attorney Thornton develops aggressive defense strategies, challenges evidence, and fights to protect your rights and minimize penalties. Contact John W. Thornton at 831-426-5800 for a free consultation and strong legal defense.