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Contra Costa County DUI Lawyer
Attorney Blalock Handles Every Case Personally: Court & DMV, Start to Finish
A DUI arrest in Contra Costa County sets two separate proceedings in motion at once. The criminal case moves through Contra Costa County Superior Court, while the California DMV initiates a license suspension action under the Administrative Per Se process. Most people don’t know they have only 10 days from the date of arrest to request a DMV APS hearing. Miss that window and the suspension becomes automatic 30 days later, regardless of how the criminal case resolves.
At The Blalock Law Firm, PC, Attorney Anthony Blalock handles both tracks personally. He attends every court hearing and every DMV suspension hearing himself. The firm’s practice is devoted entirely to DUI defense, which means when you call, you reach an attorney who knows this area of law in depth and can give you a clear, honest picture of your situation from the first conversation. A conviction under California Vehicle Code Section 23152 can affect your driving privileges immediately, increase your insurance rates, and carry consequences for employment or professional licenses. Understanding your options early matters.
Serving Contra Costa, Alameda, Marin, San Francisco, and San Mateo Counties
Facing a DUI charge? Call for a realistic assessment of your case from a Contra Costa County DUI attorney. Get a FREE consultation today.
If You Do Not Act Today, The DMV Could Suspend Your License For All Purposes.
What a Contra Costa County DUI Defense Attorney Does for Your Case
DUI defense is a technically demanding area of law. Breathalyzer calibration records, blood draw protocols, field sobriety test administration standards, and local court procedures all come into play. A drunk driving attorney who handles these cases exclusively brings a level of familiarity that a general practice attorney can’t match. Attorney Blalock reviews every element of your case, from the initial traffic stop through the evidence collected, looking for procedural errors and viable defenses before your first court date.
Our services cover the full scope of your defense:
- Thorough Case Evaluation: Analyzing every detail of the arrest and charges to identify procedural errors, constitutional violations, and possible defenses.
- Evidence Review: Scrutinizing breathalyzer results, blood test results, and blood alcohol concentration readings, along with police reports and field sobriety test administration, for inconsistencies or inaccuracies.
- Court Representation: Attorney Blalock appears in Contra Costa County Superior Court on your behalf. In many cases, you won’t need to appear yourself.
- DMV Hearing Representation: Contesting the license suspension at the DMV APS hearing, which must be requested within 10 days of arrest.
- Plea Bargaining: Negotiating with prosecutors to reduce charges or penalties. Alternative sentencing such as community service, DUI school, or work release may be available depending on your case facts.
- Trial Representation: When no acceptable plea agreement is on the table, we take your case to trial and present the strongest defense the facts support.
- License Restoration: Assisting with the process of restoring driving privileges and navigating DUI expungement where applicable.
Solely Focused on DUI Defense. Attorney Blalock Handles Every Case Himself.
Most criminal defense firms handle DUI cases alongside a broad mix of other matters. The Blalock Law Firm, PC does not. We defend DUI cases only, and Attorney Blalock personally handles every aspect of your case from the initial consultation through resolution. You won’t be handed off to a less experienced attorney or left to track your own case status.
During your free consultation, Attorney Blalock provides an honest assessment of the process, the likely timeline, and the realistic best- and worst-case scenarios for your situation. The goal isn’t to alarm you or make promises. It’s to give you enough information to feel in control of what happens next. For clients concerned about professional license consequences of a DUI, or about what a conviction could mean for their employment, that clarity is often the most valuable thing we can provide early in the process.
We can arrange alternative sentencing in place of additional jail time in many cases, and we take cases through trial when the facts make that the right call. As your drunk driving lawyer, Attorney Blalock answers your questions throughout the process. You don’t face the system alone.
Experience Matters
We Can Help You With the Following:
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Protect your driver's license.
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Answer all your questions so you don't have to stand alone against the system.
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Arrange alternative sentencing instead of jail, in most cases.
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Fight your case all the way through trial, when appropriate.
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Appear in court for you, so you will not have to appear in court, in many cases.
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Give you up to date, current advice for your exact problem.
DUI Is All We Do
Our Contra Costa County DUI lawyers can offer our assistance and expertise in advising and assisting you, as you deal with this matter.
Our Clients Say It Best
Read Some Reviews From Our Happy Clients Below!
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"I never had to go to any court hearings, my DUI case was dismissed totally."
Thank God I called Mr Blalock! I felt better from my 1st contact with Mr Blalock, he spent over an hour explaining my case & ...
- Jack -
"Mr. Blalock is without a doubt the best lawyer anyone could want in their corner. I cannot say enough about his extensive knowledge of the law and absolute professionalism inside and outside of the courtroom."
Mr. Blalock is without a doubt the best lawyer anyone could want in their corner. I cannot say enough about his extensive ...
- Trevor -
"BEST BEST BEST Lawyer in this area- I'm so grateful!"
I probably should've got a DUI but he was successful and getting my charges lowered to reckless driving. He was very ...
- Siebel -
"This is an excellent lawyer who worked a miracle for me and my family."
I hired Anthony to defend me for 2 DUIs and in the meantime I got a third. It looked bleak with an expected sentence behind ...
- Anonymous -
"Couldn't have asked for better help! Anthony Blalock is the right man for the job!"
I was recommended by a friend to hire Mr. Blalock as my lawyer and I couldn't have made a wiser decision than that! Took care ...
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"Took care of everything. I mean everything!"
He kept me up to date on everything that happened. I had a 2 day notice before he went to any court case on my behalf. The my ...
- Anonymous -
"I would sincerely recommend his help to anyone in need! Anthony Blalock is magnificent lawyer."
Anthony exhibited and incalculable amount of skill in his ability to represent my case with specific details ,which resulted ...
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"Anthony Blalock is awesome!"
Anthony represented my father in a DUI case. He was able to get the sentence reduced to a Wet Reckless! Anthony made us feel ...
- Anonymous
Why Contra Costa County Residents Choose The Blalock Law Firm, PC
Choosing a DUI defense attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you’ll make after an arrest. Here are the concrete reasons clients choose our firm:
- 99% of Clients Avoid Additional Jail Time. This reflects our experience across the cases we defend. It reflects a defense strategy built around finding every available option before jail becomes the answer.
- Harvard Law School Training in DUI Defense. Attorney Blalock received training in DUI defense at Harvard Law School, bringing a rigorous analytical approach to evidence review and case strategy.
- Affordable Flat-Rate Fee with Flexible Payment Plans. You know the cost upfront. No billing surprises as your case develops, and payment plans are available to make quality representation financially accessible.
- Free Letter to the DMV in the 10-Day Window. As part of our representation, we send a free letter to the DMV within the critical 10-day period following your arrest to preserve your right to a hearing and help protect your driving privileges while your case is pending.
- Attorney Blalock Appears at Every Hearing. Court appearances and DMV suspension hearings are handled personally by Attorney Blalock, not delegated to another attorney or a staff member.
Contact us or call (925) 259-3270 to schedule your free consultation. Attorney Blalock can walk you through your options and give you an honest picture of where things stand.
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