The Blalock Law Firm, PC - San Mateo, CA

Dedicated DUI and Criminal Defense in San Mateo

Being arrested for driving under the influence in California creates immediate legal risks on two separate tracks: criminal prosecution and administrative driver license suspension. The Blalock Law Firm, PC is a focused criminal defense practice devoted entirely to DUI defense. Attorney Anthony Blalock brings nearly three decades of targeted defense experience, having completed specialized DUI defense training at Harvard Law School. When you face drunk driving charges in San Mateo County, the firm delivers aggressive, personalized advocacy designed to safeguard your record and protect your future.

A major distinction of The Blalock Law Firm, PC is that Attorney Blalock handles every case personally. Your defense is never delegated to an inexperienced associate or outsourced appearance attorney. From the first phone consultation through DMV hearings and court dates at the San Mateo County Superior Court, Attorney Blalock stands with you. If you need to hire a DUI defense lawyer who will fight tirelessly on your behalf, this hands-on approach ensures steady guidance at every step.

Preserving Your Driver License and the 10-Day Rule

Following a DUI arrest in California, motorists face a critical deadline: you have only ten calendar days from the date of arrest to request an Administrative Per Se hearing with the Department of Motor Vehicles. Missing this window triggers an automatic license suspension thirty days later, regardless of what happens in court. The Blalock Law Firm, PC immediately submits a formal hearing request letter to the DMV on your behalf, staying any suspension and preserving your right to drive while your defense is prepared.

Comprehensive Defense for All DUI and Traffic Allegations

The firm crafts tailored defense strategies based on a detailed examination of traffic stop legality and forensic evidence:

• DUI and DWI defense lawyers: Challenging unlawful traffic stops, investigating officer conduct, and evaluating whether breathalyzer and field sobriety test protocols were properly administered.
• Breath and blood chemical test challenges: Dissecting machine calibration logs, maintenance histories, blood draw procedures, and laboratory chain of custody records.
• Drug crime defense lawyers and drugged driving: Defending individuals accused of driving under the influence of prescription medications, cannabis, or controlled substances under California law.
• First-time and multiple DUI charges: Seeking charge dismissals, reduced penalties, or alternative sentencing options like community service to help clients avoid jail time.
• Felony DUI and aggravated offenses: Defending complex charges involving vehicular accidents, alleged injuries, high blood alcohol enhancements, or child endangerment claims.
• Traffic ticket lawyers and record expungement: Resolving underlying moving violations and petitioning the court for full post-conviction expungement to protect employment prospects.

Transparent Flat-Rate Pricing and Immediate Assistance

High-quality criminal defense should never be financially out of reach. The Blalock Law Firm, PC operates on affordable flat-rate fees with manageable payment plans suited to your budget, ensuring no surprise billing down the road. If you or a family member urgently need legal representation following a DUI arrest in San Mateo, schedule a free consultation with The Blalock Law Firm, PC today to protect your license and your liberty.