Clovis Criminal Defense Attorney: Relentless Defense Against DUI, Robbery, and All Criminal Charges

Clovis has one of the most active traffic enforcement records of any city in Fresno County. The Clovis Police Department runs aggressive DUI patrols on Clovis Avenue, Shaw Avenue, and Herndon Avenue and a single traffic stop can spiral into a criminal case that threatens your job, your license, and your freedom. The Bulldog Law fights DUI charges under Vehicle Code Section 23152 and robbery charges under Penal Code Section 211 with equal intensity. Get the full breakdown at blog.

You have rights. The Clovis Police Department must respect them and when they do not, The Bulldog Law holds them accountable. Call (888) 928-1609 for a free consultation.

Jurisdiction: Fresno County Superior Court

All criminal matters arising from arrests in Clovis are prosecuted in the Fresno County Superior Court, B.F. Sisk Courthouse, 1130 O Street, Fresno, CA 93724. The Eastern District of California federal courthouse at 2500 Tulare Street, Fresno handles any federal charges that arise from Clovis-area investigations.

How We Challenge Clovis Police Department Evidence

The Clovis Police Department is well-funded and well-trained. But training does not guarantee constitutional compliance. We scrutinize:

• Whether the initial traffic stop was based on genuine probable cause or was pretextual
• Dashcam and bodycam footage for discrepancies with officer reports
• Breathalyzer maintenance logs, calibration records, and operator certification under Title 17 CCR
• Field sobriety test administration deviation from NHTSA standardized procedures undermines reliability
• Chain of custody for any physical evidence collected during the stop or search

DUI Defense in Clovis VC Section 23152(a) and (b)

Under Vehicle Code 23152(a), it is illegal to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Under 23152(b), it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or higher. Prosecutors can charge both meaning two separate counts from one stop.

A first DUI in California carries: six-month license suspension, fines exceeding $1,800, mandatory DUI school (three to nine months), informal probation of three to five years, and up to six months in county jail. A second offense within ten years means a two-year suspension and up to one year in jail. A DUI causing injury is a felony.

The arrest also triggers a DMV APS (Administrative Per Se) hearing. You have only 10 days from the date of arrest to request it. Miss that deadline you automatically lose your license. Call us immediately.

How We Beat DUI Charges

• Rising BAC defense your BAC at the time of testing may be higher than it was while you were driving
• Medical conditions certain conditions like GERD, diabetes, or ketogenic diets can produce false breathalyzer readings
• Improper observation period California requires a 15-minute continuous observation before a breath test
• Blood split motion if blood was drawn, we demand a split sample for independent testing

Robbery Defense in Clovis PC Section 211

Robbery is not just theft. It is theft by force or fear and that element transforms it into a violent felony. First-degree robbery (in a dwelling, vehicle, or ATM) carries three to nine years in state prison and is a strike offense. Second-degree robbery carries two to five years.

Eyewitness testimony is the backbone of most robbery prosecutions. It is also one of the most scientifically discredited forms of evidence. The Bulldog Law:

• Challenges lineup and photo array procedures for suggestiveness
• Presents expert testimony on the unreliability of cross-racial identification
• Attacks the prosecution's timeline with alibi evidence and surveillance footage
• Moves to suppress any identification that resulted from an unnecessarily suggestive procedure

Grand Theft and Burglary in Clovis

Grand Theft PC Section 487

Property valued above $950 triggers grand theft charges a wobbler carrying up to three years. We challenge valuations with independent appraisals and contest ownership documentation.

Burglary PC Section 459

First-degree burglary of a residence is always a felony and a strike offense carrying two to six years in state prison. Commercial burglary is a wobbler. The critical element is intent at the moment of entry an element we challenge in every burglary case.

Weapons Charges in Clovis PC Section 25400

Carrying a concealed weapon without a valid California CCW permit is a wobbler. A felony conviction carries 16 months to three years in state prison. We challenge the discovery of the weapon was it actually concealed? Was the search lawful? Did the officer have probable cause?

What to Do in the First 24 Hours: Clovis Arrest and Booking

After a Clovis Police Department arrest, you are transported to the Fresno County Main Jail, 1225 M Street, Fresno, CA 93721. Here is your hour-by-hour playbook:

1. Hour 1-2 (Booking): Officers process your fingerprints, photograph, and property. Confirm your identity when asked. Say nothing else. Do not explain. Do not justify. Do not apologize.
2. Hour 2-3 (Phone call): California law guarantees at least three completed phone calls within three hours of booking. Call The Bulldog Law at (888) 928-1609 immediately. Do not waste calls on non-attorneys.
3. Hour 3-24 (Holding): You may be held until arraignment. Jail communications phone, mail, and in-person visits are monitored and recorded. Treat every conversation as evidence.
4. Hour 24-48 (Arraignment): For felonies, you must appear before a Fresno County Superior Court judge within 48 hours (excluding weekends and holidays). Your attorney can argue for OR release or reduced bail at this hearing.
5. DUI-Specific Action: If arrested for DUI, the arresting officer likely confiscated your license and issued a pink temporary license. You have 10 days to request a DMV APS hearing or you automatically lose your driving privileges.

People Also Ask: Clovis Criminal Defense

What is the difference between DUI under VC 23152(a) and (b)?

Section 23152(a) prohibits driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs it is a subjective standard based on observed impairment. Section 23152(b) prohibits driving with a BAC of 0.08% or higher an objective standard based on the chemical test result. Prosecutors commonly file both counts, but challenging either element can result in dismissal or reduction.

Can a Clovis DUI be reduced to a wet reckless?

In some circumstances, yes. A wet reckless reckless driving with an alcohol notation under VC 23103.5 is a less serious offense than DUI, carries fewer collateral consequences, and does not count as a prior DUI for enhancement purposes. Achieving this reduction requires demonstrating specific weaknesses in the prosecution's case.

Is robbery a strike offense under California's Three Strikes Law?

Yes. Robbery under PC 211 is a serious felony and qualifies as a strike. A second strike doubles the standard sentence on any subsequent felony. A third strike can mean 25 years to life, regardless of the nature of the new offense.

How do I challenge a Clovis Police lineup identification?

We file a motion challenging the identification procedure under the standard established in People v. Cunningham and Neil v. Biggers. If the lineup was unnecessarily suggestive and the resulting identification is unreliable, we seek suppression. This can eliminate the prosecution's primary evidence of identity.

Conclusion: Clovis Demands the Bulldog Defense

The Clovis Police Department makes thousands of arrests every year. Not every arrest results in a just charge. Not every charge deserves a conviction. The Bulldog Law brings the legal firepower to make that difference.

Call (888) 928-1609 or visit clovis. Your consultation is free. Your fight starts now.