Public Intoxication and MIP Defense Lawyer Kimberly E. Abkin
Serving Santa Barbara, Isla Vista and Nearby Communities
If you face a charge of public intoxication in Santa Barbara, Isla Vista or another community in the area, you probably understand that you don't face a long prison sentence or heavy fine if you are convicted. What you do face is a criminal record; a record that can follow you through your life in college or in your career. It can diminish job opportunities and change how people think of you. If you face a charge of public intoxication, you need an experienced criminal defense lawyer who can effectively defend you and help ensure that a simple mistake doesn't tarnish your future.
Call me 24/7 at 805-284-9732 or contact me online. An initial consultation is free.
Effective Defense Against Public Intoxication Charges
If you are attending school at the University of California, Santa Barbara or Santa Barbara City College, or have a son or daughter attending UCSB or SBCC, call me to discuss a charge of public intoxication. In these cases, the prosecution must prove you were highly intoxicated in a public place - so intoxicated you were a danger to yourself or others.
I will examine the charges to see if you truly did pose a danger to anyone. If you were able to communicate with police officers or if you were on private property, you have a good chance of defeating these charges with the help of an experienced attorney.
MIP
If you are under 21 years of age and caught with alcohol, that can lead to a charge of MIP (Minor In Possession). These infractions often involve underage drinking, using a fake ID to obtain alcohol, etc.
If you are 17 years old or under, your case might be able to be heard in Teen Court, which can keep a conviction off of your record when you become an adult. To find out more, contact a lawyer who knows how to mount an effective defense that can minimize the negative impact of these charges on your life today and in the future.
I also provide capable defense in DUI/DWI cases.
For a free consultation, contact Kimberly E. Abkin at 805-284-9732. You can also contact me online.
