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Serving Kern County with a dedicated team focused on delivering reliable, professional services to our local clients.
Why Clients in Kern County Choose Us
Clients across Kern County trust Meehan Law Firm for our local court experience, proven results, and client-first approach.
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Local Experience
We understand Kern County courts, judges, and procedures.
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Helpful local resources and information relevant to Kern County residents.
Courts & Legal Offices
- Kern County Superior Court
- Criminal Courts Building – Downtown LA
- Van Nuys Courthouse
- Airport Courthouse
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Law Enforcement & Agencies
- Kern County Superior Court
- Kern County Sheriff’s Department
- California Highway Patrol (CHP)
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Helpful Legal Resources
- DUI Checkpoint Information
- Bail & Bond Resources
- License Reinstatement Help
- Expungement Information
Legal Services We Provide in Kern County
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Courts & Legal Offices
First-time DUI, felony DUI, license suspension
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Criminal Defense
Misdemeanors, felonies, warrants
Domestic Violence
Defense for false or complex allegations
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Drug Charges
Possession, distribution, trafficking
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Traffic Offenses
Reckless driving, hit & run
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Expungements
Clear your criminal record
Kern County DUI FAQs
No. The Kern County Superior Court lists DUI under criminal “Vehicular Violations,” along with offenses such as hit and run, reckless driving, and suspended-license violations. Minor traffic offenses are handled separately by the Traffic Division.
The Kern County Superior Court states that failing to appear when required can result in one or more consequences, including forfeiture of bail, issuance of a warrant for your arrest, DMV action against your driver's license, and an additional failure-to-appear violation.
According to the Kern County Superior Court, a warrant generally remains active until you are arrested, appear in court, or post bail. If you post bail for a future court date and then fail to appear, the court may forfeit the bail and issue a new warrant.
The Kern County Superior Court advises that you should still appear on or before the date listed on your citation, even if you do not receive a courtesy notice. Do not assume that the absence of a mailed notice means your court appearance is no longer required.
The Kern County Sheriff's Office provides an online inmate search. The Sheriff's Office also notes that its inmate-information results may not always reflect the most current information because of system updates and recommends checking the Kern County Courts portal for the most reliable case information.
Yes. A DUI arrest can trigger a separate DMV administrative process involving your driving privilege. The California DMV explains that the criminal court case and the DMV's administrative action are separate proceedings.
The California DMV states that you generally have 10 days from receipt of the suspension or revocation order to request a DMV hearing. The DMV administrative review and hearing process is separate from your Kern County criminal case.
No. The Kern County Superior Court lists DUI under criminal “Vehicular Violations,” along with offenses such as hit and run, reckless driving, and suspended-license violations. Minor traffic offenses are handled separately by the Traffic Division.
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Legal Help in Kern County
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Courthouses in Kern County
Below is a list of courthouses. Find the one nearest you and make a note of it. You will need to provide this information to your attorney and, depending on your criminal charge circumstances, appear at this location.
DMV Location in Kern County
For your convenience, we have gathered a list of all DMV offices in Kern county. Find the one nearest you and make a note of the address. In case of a DUI or other driving-related offenses, you will likely need to appear at one of these locations if your matter is in Kern county.
How to Find if Someone is in Custody?
To find if someone is in custody, you can visit the sheriff’s office website using the link below:
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(844) 4-DUI STOP
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