Law Office of Paul B. Tyler

Law Office of Paul B. Tyler Ventura Criminal Defense Lawyer Call me as soon as possible to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case. The only risk is not calling me.

If you have been arrested for a criminal offense, including DUI, remember that you only get one chance to handle the situation correctly so hiring an experienced, effective defense attorney at the very beginning is the most important decision you will make. I will listen to you, explain the law and what is going to happen in court, answer your questions, tell you what potential sentence you facing

, propose what my strategy would be to handle your case, including a fee quote. I handle DUIs primarily in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. If you have been arrested for DUI, you are facing not only potential jail time but a license suspension or revocation from the DMV which can last for months or even years. Whether your case is a misdemeanor or a felony, it deserves 100% of my attention and 100% of my effort to get it dismissed or reduced. I will investigate your case and represent you as aggressively as possible in court in order to protect your rights. I will constantly be available to you, even on the weekends. You will have my cell number. On all misdemeanors I will appear in court for you, and you will never need to appear. It is important to me that my clients always know exactly what is going to happen next in their case. There should never be any surprises. Therefore I will keep you informed and give you reasonable expectations about what’s going to happen at each stage of your case.

Not every California DUI is automatically a misdemeanor. In some cases, prosecutors can charge a DUI as either a misdeme...
06/05/2026

Not every California DUI is automatically a misdemeanor. In some cases, prosecutors can charge a DUI as either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on injuries, prior convictions, and other aggravating factors.

Learn what a DUI wobbler is, what penalties may apply, and how a strong legal defense can help protect your future.

Oxnard criminal defense attorney Paul Tyler discusses what makes a DUI a wobbler in California, when misdemeanor charges become felonies, penalties, & more.

Facing a DUI charge in California? Understanding the difference between a DUI and a wet reckless could significantly imp...
04/30/2026

Facing a DUI charge in California? Understanding the difference between a DUI and a wet reckless could significantly impact your record, your license, and your future. Click to read our guide and learn your options.

Learn the difference between wet reckless and DUI in California, including penalties, license impact, and when a reduced charge may be possible.

A drunk driving arrest can do more than cost you thousands of dollars in fines, court costs, and increased insurance. It...
04/02/2026

A drunk driving arrest can do more than cost you thousands of dollars in fines, court costs, and increased insurance. It will also almost certainly result in your driver’s license being suspended for at least four months. The right legal advice and representation can help avoid or minimize a suspension or get your license back as soon as possible.

Learn what you need to know about license reinstatement after a DUI.

Oxnard criminal defense lawyer Paul Tyler outlines steps required to get your driver’s license reinstated after it was suspended for driving under the influence.

From Parkinsons’s to vertigo and inner ear disorders to anxiety, medical conditions can impact field sobriety tests and ...
03/06/2026

From Parkinsons’s to vertigo and inner ear disorders to anxiety, medical conditions can impact field sobriety tests and breath tests, leading to mistaken readings and an arrest. Here’s what you can do about it.

Learn about how medical conditions and health issues can impact a DUI case.

Oxnard criminal defense lawyer Paul Tyler explains how medical conditions can affect field sobriety tests & breath test results & how they can fight a DUI.

A DUI arrest puts your driver’s license at risk on two different tracks. There is your criminal case, and also an admini...
02/20/2026

A DUI arrest puts your driver’s license at risk on two different tracks. There is your criminal case, and also an administrative suspension taken by the DMV. With help from your lawyer, you might still be able to drive with restrictions during that suspension period.

Learn what steps you can take when your license has been suspended by the California DMV.

Oxnard criminal defense attorney Paul Tyler talks about steps you can take to keep driving if your license has been suspended by the DMV after a DUI arrest.

Any DUI arrest is something to take seriously, but if the DA charges it as a felony, then the stakes are considerably hi...
01/21/2026

Any DUI arrest is something to take seriously, but if the DA charges it as a felony, then the stakes are considerably higher.
Learn about when prosecutors can charge a DUI as a felony instead of a misdemeanor in California.

Oxnard criminal defense attorney Paul Tyler defends people charged with misdemeanor or felony DUI in Ventura County. Here he explains the difference in charges.

A DUI conviction can spell doom for any driver, including a driver’s license suspension, costly fines, and skyrocketing ...
01/21/2026

A DUI conviction can spell doom for any driver, including a driver’s license suspension, costly fines, and skyrocketing insurance. For commercial drivers, however, the stakes are much higher.

Learn how California DUI laws apply differently for personal versus commercial DUI.

Oxnard criminal defense attorney Paul Tyler explains differences between personal & commercial DUI, including standards for arrest & effect on driver’s licenses.

You’ve been arrested for DUI, and your case is coming up. Do you plead guilty for a lesser sentence, or risk going to tr...
11/07/2025

You’ve been arrested for DUI, and your case is coming up. Do you plead guilty for a lesser sentence, or risk going to trial and getting off scot-free?

Learn about plea bargains vs. trials and which is the better strategy in DUI cases.

Oxnard criminal defense attorney Paul Tyler gives the pros & cons whether it is better to negotiate a plea bargain or go to trial in a Ventura County DUI case.

Facing a DUI charge in California can be confusing, particularly with the complex legal terminology used by law enforcem...
10/14/2025

Facing a DUI charge in California can be confusing, particularly with the complex legal terminology used by law enforcement, prosecutors, and courts. Understanding the key terms can help you make informed decisions and communicate effectively with your attorney.

See our glossary of DUI terms in California.

Ventura County criminal defense attorney Paul Tyler in Oxnard provides a glossary of DUI terms to help people understand their driving under the influence case.

09/06/2025

If you are facing a DUI for the first time, the experience can be confusing, frightening, intimidating and overwhelming. With the right support, you can get a better outcome than you might think.

Learn what to expect and how to prepare in a first-time DUI defense.

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