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Richard Wagner defends clients in Southern California. The Law Office of Richard Wagner is a top-rated DUI defense attorney in Orange County, California.

He is a member of the ABA, Orange County Bar Association, State Bar of California, NACDL, The National Trial Lawyers: Top 100, California DUI Lawyers Association. With a focus on providing expert legal representation, Richard Wagner has successfully defended clients in Irvine, CA, and the surrounding areas. Backed by a track record of positive outcomes and 5-star reviews, clients trust his knowled

ge and experience to navigate the complexities of DUI cases. If you are facing charges, The Law Office of Richard Wagner is committed to fighting for your rights and achieving the best possible result for your case. Contact him today for a consultation.

06/03/2026

Can You Get a DUI in a Self-Driving Tesla in California?

The short answer is yes.

Many Tesla owners believe Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology protects them from DUI charges. California law says otherwise.

In a recent case, a driver was found passed out while his Tesla continued navigating city streets. Despite the vehicle operating in self-driving mode, he was still arrested for DUI.

The reason is simple: California law still requires a licensed driver to remain responsible for the vehicle. Self-driving technology is not a legal defense to a DUI charge.

Former Los Angeles prosecutor Richard Wagner explains what Tesla owners need to know, how California courts view self-driving vehicles, and why relying on autopilot can still result in a DUI arrest.

Read the full article:

https://www.criminaldefensestrikeforce.com/tesla-dui-california/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tesla-dui-california

If you have been arrested for DUI in Orange County, call for a free consultation.

(714) 721-4423

05/30/2026

Looking for an Orange County DUI Lawyer?

A DUI arrest on the 405 Freeway, in Irvine, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, or anywhere in Orange County can happen when you least expect it. What you do next can have a major impact on your driver's license, criminal record, insurance rates, and future.

Richard Wagner is a former prosecutor who has spent more than 27 years defending DUI cases throughout Orange County. He personally handles every case and has extensive experience in the local courts where your case will be heard.

✓ Former DUI Prosecutor
✓ 27+ Years DUI Defense Experience
✓ Extensive Orange County Court Experience
✓ Direct Personal Attention
✓ Free Consultation

Whether you are facing a first DUI, second DUI, felony DUI, DUI with injury, or a DMV license suspension hearing, experienced legal representation matters.

Call:
(714) 721-4423

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05/29/2026

Looking for a DUI Lawyer in Orange County?

A DUI arrest can happen in a matter of minutes, but the consequences can follow you for years.

Your driver's license, criminal record, employment opportunities, insurance rates, and future may all be affected by the decisions you make immediately after an arrest.

Richard Wagner is a former prosecutor who has spent more than 27 years defending DUI cases throughout Orange County, including Irvine, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, Fullerton, Westminster, and surrounding communities.

Whether you are facing a first DUI, second DUI, felony DUI, DUI with injury, or a DMV license suspension hearing, experienced legal representation matters.

✓ Former DUI Prosecutor
✓ 27+ Years DUI Defense Experience
✓ Extensive Orange County Court Experience
✓ Direct Personal Attention
✓ Free Consultation

If you were arrested for DUI in Orange County, don't wait to get answers.

Call (714) 721-4423 today.

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05/27/2026

Many people arrested for DUI in Orange County assume a conviction is unavoidable. That is not always true.

In some cases, a DUI charge can be reduced to a Wet Reckless,a significantly better outcome that may help minimize license issues, penalties, probation time, and long-term consequences.

But these reductions are not automatic.

Orange County prosecutors carefully review BAC levels, driving patterns, accident involvement, and the strength of the evidence before considering a wet reckless offer.

Richard Wagner is a former Los Angeles DUI prosecutor who understands how these negotiations work from both sides of the courtroom. For more than 27 years, he has defended DUI cases throughout Orange County and helped clients pursue better outcomes when possible.

If you were arrested for DUI in Orange County, early action matters.

📞 Call (714) 721-4423 for a free confidential consultation.

Learn more:
https://www.criminaldefensestrikeforce.com/wet-reckless-vs-dui/

05/26/2026

If you were arrested for DUI in Orange County over Memorial Day weekend, what you do next matters.

Many drivers are now facing court dates, DMV deadlines, possible driver’s license suspension, increased insurance costs, and uncertainty about their future.

In California, you only have 10 days after a DUI arrest to request a DMV hearing to try to protect your driver’s license.

Richard Wagner is a former prosecutor who has defended DUI cases across Orange County for more than 27 years, including Irvine, Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Fullerton, Westminster, and surrounding Orange County courts.

✓ Former DUI Prosecutor
✓ Extensive Orange County Court Experience
✓ Direct Personal Attention
✓ Free Consultation

If you were arrested for DUI in Orange County, early legal representation can make a major difference.

Call:
(714) 721-4423

https://www.criminaldefensestrikeforce.com/california-dui-10-day-rule/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=memorial-day-dui-arrest

05/22/2026

A DUI arrest in Orange County can impact your license, career, insurance, and future but the right defense strategy matters.

Former Los Angeles DUI prosecutor Richard Wagner has spent more than 27 years defending DUI clients throughout Orange County, including cases involving:

✔ First DUI Offense
✔ Repeat & Felony DUI
✔ DMV Hearings
✔ DUI Expungement
✔ Military Diversion
✔ Drug & Ma*****na DUI

Richard Wagner personally handles every case and appears regularly at all major Orange County DUI courts, including Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Fullerton, and Westminster.

⚠️ Remember: You only have 10 days after your arrest to request a DMV hearing before your license suspension can automatically begin.

Protect your record, your license, and your future.

📞 Call (714) 721-4423 today for a free confidential consultation.

https://www.criminaldefensestrikeforce.com/legal-services/

05/21/2026

A DUI stop in Orange County can change your life in a matter of minutes.

One traffic stop can lead to criminal charges, driver’s license suspension, increased insurance rates, court appearances, and consequences that follow you for years.

If you were arrested for DUI in Irvine, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, Anaheim, or anywhere in Orange County, the attorney you choose matters.

Richard Wagner is a former prosecutor who has defended DUI cases across Orange County for more than 27 years. He personally handles every case from start to finish and has extensive experience in Orange County courts.

✓ Former DUI Prosecutor
✓ 27+ Years DUI Defense Experience
✓ Extensive Orange County Court Experience
✓ Direct Attorney Access
✓ Free Consultation

Call:
(714) 721-4423

https://www.criminaldefensestrikeforce.com/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=top-dui-lawyer-orange-county

05/20/2026

A third DUI arrest in Orange County is serious and the consequences can impact every part of your life.

California prosecutors aggressively pursue repeat DUI cases, with penalties that may include:

✔ Mandatory jail time
✔ Multi-year license revocation
✔ Significant fines and court costs
✔ Felony DUI exposure in some cases

Former DUI prosecutor Richard Wagner has spent more than 27 years defending DUI clients throughout Orange County and understands how to challenge DUI evidence, police procedures, and DMV suspensions.

If you were arrested for a third DUI, timing matters. You only have 10 days to request a DMV hearing before your license suspension can automatically begin.

Protect your license, your record, and your future.

📞 Call (714) 721-4423 for a free confidential consultation.

https://www.criminaldefensestrikeforce.com/criminal-defense/dui-third-offense/

05/19/2026

A second DUI arrest in Orange County is not treated like a first offense.

California prosecutors and Orange County courts aggressively pursue repeat DUI cases, and the penalties increase significantly after a second arrest.

A second DUI can lead to:
✓ Longer driver’s license suspension
✓ Mandatory ignition interlock device requirements
✓ Higher fines and extended DUI classes
✓ Probation terms
✓ Possible jail exposure

Most people also do not realize there are two separate cases happening at the same time:
✓ The criminal court case
✓ The DMV administrative process

Both matter. And what happens early in the case can directly affect your future.

Richard Wagner is a former prosecutor who has defended DUI cases across Orange County for more than 27 years, including Irvine, Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Fullerton, Westminster, and surrounding Orange County courts.

If you were arrested for a second DUI in Orange County, call for a free consultation.

(714) 721-4423

https://www.criminaldefensestrikeforce.com/criminal-defense/dui-second-offense/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=second-dui-orange-county

05/16/2026

Many veterans and active-duty service members charged with DUI in Orange County do not realize they may qualify for Military Diversion under California law.

In eligible cases, Military Diversion can allow DUI charges to be dismissed after completing a court-approved treatment program — without a guilty plea.

Conditions such as PTSD, traumatic brain injury (TBI), anxiety, depression, substance abuse connected to military service, or military sexual trauma (MST) may qualify.

You do not need a combat deployment to be eligible.

Richard Wagner is a former Orange County DUI prosecutor who now represents veterans and active-duty military members facing DUI charges throughout Orange County courts, including Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Fullerton, and Westminster.

If you or a loved one was arrested for DUI, there may be options available that can protect your future and your record.

Learn more:
https://www.criminaldefensestrikeforce.com/military-diversion/

📞 Call (714) 721-4423 for a free consultation.

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