Criminal and DUI Defense Attorney

David J. Givot has earned the reputation as a leading DUI defense lawyer. He combines aggressive representation with very personalized legal counsel to each client.

Clients in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, La Quinta, Indio, and all over the Coachella Valley who have been arrested for drunk driving offenses can depend on David to navigate a very confusing and scary legal system. Whether it’s a first time DUI offense, second or third DUI, DUI with injuries, or an alleged DUI Hit & Run, David Givot is ready to defend your rights across the board.

Our skilled legal DUI Defense counsel extends well beyond criminal court. Our defense of DUI clients includes representation before the California Department of Motor Vehicles and, for clients with professional licenses, representation before the various State Licensure Boards to minimize the long-term potential consequences of mere DUI allegations.

When you or someone you care about has been arrested for or just accused of DUI (driving under the influence) in Palm Springs, Palm Desert, La Quinta, Indian Wells, Desert Hot Springs, or anywhere in the Coachella Valley, California, you need and you deserve an aggressive, competent Desert DUI lawyer at your side to fight for your Constitutional rights, to assist you in avoiding a criminal conviction, and to prevent the suspension of your driver's license.

Each client receives the guidance, comfort, and support necessary to face and fight DUI or other criminal charges in the Coachella Valley.

Experience has shown us that by representing clients in all of the actions that result from a DUI or other criminal arrest, we can build more effective cases and, quite often, achieve more positive case outcomes.

This boutique DUI, criminal, & administrative defense firm is not distracted by other areas of practice. We do not handle law suits, we do not handle child custody or divorce, and we do not deal with personal injury. We only defend good folks accused of misconduct.

Over the years, we have achieved excellent results in some very difficult cases by defending and protecting rights and ensuring, as much as possible, continued freedom. Let us go to work for you!

Palm Springs, La Quinta, Palm Desert, Indian Wells, Indio, and the rest of the Coachella Valley are popular destinations for fun in the sun when the rest of North America is covered with rain and snow. All too often the fun is interrupted by run-ins with the law. DUI, Drunk in Public, Assault & Battery, and Theft charges can quickly turn a great vacation into a nightmare that lives on long after it’s time to go home. We have you covered.

For most misdemeanors, hiring a lawyer means you don’t have to come to court. We will appear in court and handle your case long after you have returned home. In many cases, we can even resolve your case without you ever having to come to court.

The process begins for every client when your Attorney appears in court on your behalf and enters a NOT GUILTY plea. We will collect the initial discovery (police reports) at the Arraignment, then set a future court date with plenty of time to review and research your particular case. If you are charged with a misdemeanor, your DUI Lawyer can handle everything so that you don’t need to personally appear in court. 

Over the next few months, we will analyze every aspect and pick apart every detail of your DUI case in order to develop defense strategies that fit the facts and guide you toward the most appropriate & favorable resolution and, if necessary, only the minimum consequences.

In California, a driver has only 10 calendar days (including weekends) after a DUI arrest to contact the DMV to request a HEARING, a copy of the EVIDENCE, and STOP the automatic suspension from taking effect in 30 days. Your DUI Lawyer should include that service AND represent you at the DMV hearing at no extra cost. We do.

Consulting with and hiring a qualified attorney experienced in handling DUI and other criminal cases can go a long way toward making a difficult and terrifying process a little less confusing and a lot less frightening. Stop stressing and call me right now for a free confidential consultation.

It is a mistake to simply accept a guilty plea thinking there is no hope. Our team critically analyses each aspect and individual fact to determine the most viable defense.

Whether you have been formally charged or only accused or suspected of a crime, you must make certain that your rights and your freedom are protected.