Visco's Experience as a Prosecutor Helps Him Understand the Prosecution's Strategy

Santa Ana, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/09/2013 -- Many live under the assumption that a DUI arrest is a DUI conviction and yet nothing is further from the truth. An Orange County criminal defense attorney knows the wide range of defenses which may be used in a court case involving a DUI and works to find the one which offers the most chances of an acquittal. "Don't try to fight a DUI conviction on your own. With the help of an experienced Orange County criminal defense attorney, reducing the consequences of a DUI conviction or avoiding a conviction completely becomes possible," Joshua Visco, attorney at law, states.

An experienced attorney often chooses to use the argument that field sobriety tests cannot accurately measure a person's level of impairment, yet this continues to be the main tool used by prosecutors to find someone guilty of driving under the influence. People vary in terms of their natural coordination, the nerves and many other variables and all can play a role in poor results on the field sobriety test.

"When you choose to make use of an experienced Orange County attorney, he or she may work to elicit testimony from the arresting officer that shows you did quite well on certain portions of the test and poorly on others. In addition, he or she works to show the officer didn't properly administer the test or evaluate the results correctly. This may lead to a reduction in the charges or a complete dismissal," Visco explains.

The average citizen also doesn't realize that the officer must, under California DUI law, observe the accused for a continuous period of 15 minutes before the breath test may be administered. If the accused eats, drinks, burps, smokes or vomits, the 15 minute period must begin anew as any of these actions can lead to alcohol leaving the stomach and entering the mouth, resulting in a high blood alcohol content that isn't an accurate representation of the person's level of intoxication.

"If the officer sets up the breath test machine or completes paperwork during this 15 minute period, the results of the breath test may be disputed. In addition, the attorney can argue that the officer didn't follow proper procedure which can lead to the charges being reduced or dropped altogether," Visco continues.

Attorneys use numerous defenses when a person has been accused of driving under the influence. Contact an experience Orange County DUI for representation to fight the charges. "Doing so ensures you have someone who understands the various defenses used and chooses the one that is most likely to result in a favorable outcome for you," Visco declares.

About The Law Offices of Joshua P. Visco
Joshua Visco dedicates his career to successful criminal defense and opened his own practice with the strong desire to help others and fight for their constitutional rights. In 2006, Mr. Visco started working as a prosecutor within the San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office where he handled thousands of cases, both misdemeanor and felony. He moved into the gang unit and prosecuted cases involving assault, robbery, burglary, attempted murder and murder. As a criminal defense attorney, the experience Mr. Visco gained while working for the prosecution helps him develop the best defense for each client.

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Visco Brings Experience To Help Accused Fight For Rights

Rancho Cucamonga, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/13/2013 -- Statistics in California over the last 15 years indicate 75% - 85% of all DUI arrests resulted in a conviction. With such overwhelming odds facing the residents of the area, former prosecutor turned criminal defense attorney Joshua Visco recently announced the grand opening of his law office in the local Rancho Cucamonga area.

Says attorney Visco, "In the State of California, everyday of the week, people are pulled over and charged with DUI. While the police like to insinuate their ongoing DUI arrests are making the highways and roads a safer place, a great many of those DUI arrests, and follow-up charges, are unfair, illegal and unwarranted."

Visco explains California punishes those convicted of DUI charges harshly, saying, "No longer are drivers who are arrested for driving under the influence escorted home and given a simple slap on the wrist. No, today's judgments associated with being convicted of a DUI include heavy fines, community service, probation and possible jail time. This is especially true if you were arrested of a DUI causing injury. These are felonies that can affect you for many years to come, causing you to spend up to 16 months in a county jail or 2-3 years in a state prison. Additionally you could lose your insurance, have a long term revocation of your driver's license, and be required to have an ignition interlock device, among other consequences."

Visco urges anyone who has been arrested for DUI to consult an attorney immediately for a consultation. "Often, accidents that cause injuries are labeled as "DUI causing injury" when in fact, there were other factors that contributed to or caused the accident. A quality attorney will fully investigate the case, working with accident reconstruction specialists and experts to determine how the accident occurred. They should also review the case to determine if law enforcement made any errors in determining the BAC at the time of the accident."

According to Visco, the most important thing to remember when facing DUI charges is not to assume guilt. "Many people assume that the evidence against them is overwhelming and they'll be convicted no matter what. Nothing could be further from the truth! A solid DUI defense will allow you to stand up against the charges imposed on you with confidence."

About The Law Offices of Joshua P. Visco
As a former prosecutor with the San Bernardino County District Attorney's Office, Joshua Visco brings his experience to the defense side of the table in his new Rancho Cucamonga offices. While with the district attorney's office, Mr. Visco handled thousands of misdemeanor and felony cases. Now as a criminal defense attorney, Mr. Visco uses his experience as a prosecutor to help the criminally accused fight for their rights.

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Using Common Defenses, The Law Offices of Joshua P. Visco Fights For Suspects' Rights

Santa Ana, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/13/2013 -- According to the State Justice Department, more than 200,000 individuals are charged with driving under the influence each year. The majority of those receiving DUI charges are severely uninformed of their rights regarding such matters and are unaware of possible defenses available to them. In an effort to assist those finding themselves facing DUI charges, The Law Offices of Joshua P. Visco have launched a campaign to increase public awareness of the defense services they offer.

Joshua Visco from The Law Offices of Joshua P. Visco explained, "While it is true that removing drivers under the influence of alcohol and illegal substances from the streets makes our world a much safer place, many of the DUI arrests and charges given in Orange County are unfair, unwarranted and illegal."

Typically, those pulled over due to suspicion of driving under the influence in Orange County are interrogated immediately without their rights being properly stated. Unlike most other situations, DUI suspects are generally not given the option of waiting until their attorney is present before answering any questions. They are forced to submit to field sobriety testing that many people are unable to pass if they are completely sober. Law enforcement officials insist suspects take a breathalyzer test; if suspects refuse, their license is immediately suspended.

Visco stated, "Though this is an unfair process, it is still widely used by law enforcement. Contrary to popular belief, a number of defenses are available to those who have been charged with DUI in Orange County. Simple suspicion is not enough evidence on which to build a solid case against a suspect. I have personally had a great deal of success in using common defense strategies on behalf of my clients."

Pertaining to DUI charges in Orange County, Visco listed a number of possible valid defenses. Among the most common are mechanical failure of the breathalyzer equipment and failure of law enforcement officials to maintain and routinely test such equipment. Lack of probable cause for suspicion is also a widely used defense, as is lack of evidence.

Visco mentioned, "Many traffic stops are completely unjustified. Weaving in and out of a lane does not necessarily mean a person is driving under the influence. The suspect may simply be fatigued or feeling ill. Because of the common practices surrounding a DUI arrest, I also often find my clients were never read their Miranda rights as they should have been. I encourage anyone who has been charged with DUI to contact me for a consultation."

About The Law Offices of Joshua P. Visco
The Law Offices of Joshua P. Visco is a full service criminal defense and DUI defense law firm committed to fighting for the rights of the accused.

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