A Riverside woman convicted of second-degree murder in the death of her 11-year-old daughter was sentenced to probation instead of the 20-plus years in prison she faced.

Marisol Garcia, 33, got behind the wheel with her two children in the car after consuming nine drinks. Her blood alcohol content was reportedly .18 percent - more than twice the legal limit - and a jury deliberated for less than an hour before convicting her of second-degree murder.

Probation is an extremely rare sentence after a second-degree murder conviction - most defendants would face significant prison time. If you’re facing a Riverside DUI charge, you need a highly skilled defense lawyer fighting for your rights.

An experienced Riverside DUI attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm is ready to review your case and devise an aggressive defense strategy. Please contact us today at 1.800.384.5297 for a free consultation.

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A 22-year-old Riverside County man is on trial for murder in connection with the 2006 deaths of a Moreno Valley couple in an alleged DUI / DWI crash.

Witnesses have testified at Victor Gabriel Mendibles’ trial that he was driving an estimated 100 mph when his truck smashed into a Toyota Camry with a family of four inside, killing the parents of two teenage girls instantly.

Under California law, DUI defendants can be charged with second-degree murder if they are likely to have known that their conduct could result in death.

DUI / DWI cases involing death are the most serious of all, but every drunk driving charge carries the potential for harsh repercussions.  If you’re facing a Riverside DUI / DWI charge, you need a skilled defense lawyer watching out for your rights.

An experienced Riverside DUI / DWI attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm is ready to review your case and help you plan an aggressive defense strategy. Please contact us today at 1.800.384.5297 for a free consultation.

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A Riverside woman who was convicted of second-degree murder in connection with the DUI crash that killed her 11-year-old daughter has had her sentencing delayed.

Marisol Garcia faces more than 20 years in prison when she is sentenced on Dec. 5. The girl’s father said he will ask the court to impose the maximum sentence.

It’s common for family members to make victim impact statements at sentencing for drivers convicted of DUI causing a death.  A skilled Riverside DUI attorney will also call witnesses who can testify about the driver’s remorse.

If you’re facing a Riverside DUI charge, you need a defense lawyer who will do everything possible to protect you from harsh consequences. An experienced Riverside DUI attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm has the skills needed to fight any drunk driving charge. Please contact us today at 1.800.384.5297 for a free consultation.

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A Riverside County man was charged with DUI / DWI after his SUV slammed into a parked car and started a fiery chain-reaction crash.

The unidentified 27-year-old Coachella man suffered minor injuries and was taken to a hospital after the crash.

Riverside County DUI / DWI cases involving significant property damage are typically charged as felonies and carry serious consequences.

If you’re facing a felony DUI / DWI charge in Riverside or San Bernardino County, you need a top defense lawyer fighting to protect you from the repercussions of a drunk driving conviction. An experienced Riverside DUI / DWI attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm is ready to review your case and help you plan your next step. Please contact us today at 1.800.384.5297 for a free consultation.

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A Riverside County woman pleaded guilty to two counts of vehicular manslaughter in connection with a Palm Desert DUI / DWI crash that killed two of her friends.

Tiffany Campbell, 25, faces up to 18 years in prison when she’s sentenced in December. Police said her blood alcohol content (BAC) was .18 percent - more than twice the legal limit - when she slammed into the back of a big rig in February of last year.

In some DUI / DWI cases, pleading guilty will result in less-serious charges and/or reduced penalties. While a plea bargain can offer an excellent outcome in some Riverside DUI / DWI prosecutions, in other instances it’s better to take the case to trial.

Regardless of the type of DUI / DWI charge you face, you need an experienced defense lawyer fighting for your rights. Riverside DUI / DWI attorney Darren Kavinoky and the skilled lawyers of The Kavinoky Law Firm can review your case and begin planning a strategic defense plan. Please contact us today at 1.800.384.5297 for a free consultation.

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