Practice Areas

Central and Northern California DUI Defense Lawyer

Have you been arrested for DUI in central or northern California?

If you think you may need a defense lawyer, call Blackie Burak, a DUI defense legend who focuses his practice solely on DUI / DWI defense. My office is located in Walnut Creek, but I serve clients throughout northern and central California. Call me at 1-866-BLCKDUI to discuss your case in a free consultation.

High Rate of Success

Well-respected among judiciary, law enforcement, and fellow California DUI defense attorneys, I consistently attain a high rate of success. My reputation as an aggressive and successful negotiator often translates into a dismissal of charges and lighter charges, sentences and fines for those accused of drunken driving.

Don't get me wrong. I am certainly not in favor of drunk driving. In spite of that, though, people who are accused of DUI are often treated unfairly by the legal system. One drink too many is often the difference between life-changing DUI charges and complete freedom - it could happen to anyone. My job is to represent my clients by using all the tools at my disposal to give them the most comprehensive, fairest defense they can find.

Arrested for Drunk Driving? I Can Help.

In particular, some of the areas that I work with my clients on when defending their rights to fair hearings and trials are:

• DMV administrative hearings - I skillfully represent my clients at this critical hearing. Having experienced legal counsel on your side can make a huge difference.
• Preliminary alcohol screening devices - These devices, commonly used in conjunction with field sobriety tests, must be properly maintained, calibrated and administered to be accurate.
• Breath test / blood alcohol test - Should you agree to take a blood or breath alcohol test? Before you decide, you should know the consequences of your decisions.
• How to prepare for trial - Careful preparation can make a huge difference in the outcome of your case.
• Drivers' license consequences - What will happen to your license if you are convicted of drunk driving?
• Consequences on immigration or military status - Although the consequences of a DUI conviction are always severe, they can be devastating for immigrants and military personnel. Find out more here.
• Out of state / foreign country DUI consequences - Have you been arrested for drunk driving while visiting another state or country?
• DUI / DWI in the California wine country - The wine country has a high police presence, due to the abundance of alcohol. You should know what your rights are and what to look out for.
• Sobriety checkpoints - In my opinion, a sobriety checkpoint is no more than illegal roadblock. Find out what defense strategies are available if you have been arrested at one.

Although The Law Office of Blackie Burak is located in Walnut Creek, I don't limit my practice to defending clients in the Walnut Creek area. Because I have a pilot's license and my own airplane, I can fly to your location in northern and central California, from Sacramento to Redding.

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