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Tulare County DUI defense — this doesn't have to define your future.

Visalia · Porterville · Tulare · Dinuba · Lindsay · Exeter and nearby communities — we appear in the Visalia — County Civic Center, we know the local DUI programs and the jail alternatives this county actually offers. You have 10 days from your arrest to save your license.

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By the numbers

DUI in Tulare County

Figures published by the State of California. Each is labelled with the year it covers.

2,743
DUI arrests in Tulare County
2021 · CA DMV
466
People killed or injured in alcohol-involved crashes
2023 · CA OTS
15 of 58
County ranking for alcohol-involved victims (1 = worst)
2023 · CA OTS
35 of 62
Visalia among similarly sized CA cities
2023 · CA OTS

Tulare ranks 5 of 58 for crashes involving drinking drivers under 21, and 8 of 58 for drivers aged 21–34 (2023) — both far worse than its overall alcohol rank of 15.

Sources: California Office of Traffic Safety Tulare County crash rankings, 2023; California DMV, 32nd Annual Report of the California DUI Management Information System (2021 arrests, the most recent published). OTS ranks jurisdictions using a population and mileage-adjusted method, so a ranking does not track raw counts.

How we defend you

Focused defense for drivers and the accused

DUI defense is what we're known for — and we handle the criminal matters that often come with it.

What you're actually up against

A DUI is two cases at once

Most people don't realize they're fighting on two separate fronts, each with its own deadline. We handle both.

DMV Your license

  • 10-day deadline from arrest to request a hearing — miss it and suspension is automatic
  • Governs your privilege to drive — and in California, that often means your job
  • We request the hearing, which freezes your suspension until it's decided

Court Your record

  • Governs your criminal record and your freedom
  • Fines, DUI school, probation, and possible jail time
  • We fight for dismissal, reduction, or the best alternative sentence
⏱ One of these clocks is already running. Call (805) 500-8287 before day 10.
Local information

What you need to know in Tulare County

Court, schools and jail alternatives differ by county. Here is how it works in yours.

Where your case is heard

Tulare County Superior Court

Visalia — County Civic Center221 S. Mooney Blvd., Criminal clerk Room 124
Visalia, CA 93291
(559) 730-5000
South County Justice Center300 E. Olive Ave.
Porterville, CA 93257
(559) 782-3700
Dinuba Courthouse640 South Alta Avenue
Dinuba, CA 93618
(559) 595-6400
🔎 Look up your own case →

Search the public case database for case summaries, filings and party information. Self-service terminals are also available in Visalia Rooms 124 and 201.

Official court website →

DUI schools in Tulare County

State-licensed programs — the court will require one of these

Kings View Community Services2372 West Whitendale Avenue, Visalia 93277(559) 651-8090 · www.kingsview.org
First offender18-month
Kings View Community Services (Satellite)799 North Cherry Avenue, Tulare 93274(559) 651-8090 · www.kingsview.org
First offender18-month
Kings View Community Services108 E. Mill Avenue, Porterville 93257(559) 783-2402 · www.kingsview.org
First offender18-month

Programs are licensed by the California Department of Health Care Services. Which one you need — first offender, 18-month or 30-month — depends on your conviction. Confirm enrollment details directly with the provider.

Jail alternatives — Tulare County

Day Reporting Center / SWAP · Tulare County Sheriff — Detentions Division

Official program page →
Before this goes live: Eligibility, application, fees and hours all UNVERIFIED — no public program page. Call (559) 735-1931 before publishing.

Only need the DMV side?

Tulare County Self-Help — DMV/APS hearing request

The DMV gives you 10 days from your arrest to request an APS hearing. Miss it and the suspension is automatic, whatever happens in the Visalia — County Civic Center. Our guided tool prepares and files that request for you — $19.99, no account, about five minutes.

Your criminal case runs separately, on its own schedule. If you need both handled, call and we will quote it.

Start the Tulare County Self-Help tool →

Communities we serve in Tulare County

We appear across the county — including these

VisaliaPortervilleTulareDinubaLindsayExeterWoodlakeFarmersville

Arrested somewhere not on this list? We still take the case — call and ask.

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Your defense team

Attorneys who treat your case like it's their own

Responsive, direct, and relentless — the qualities our clients mention again and again.

Nathan Passavant

Nathan Passavant

Attorney · California Bar #310324

Nathan earned his J.D. from Michigan State University College of Law and was admitted to the bar in 2010. He is licensed to practice in California and founded The 805 Legal Team in 2017 to serve his Central California community, building it around DUI defense — the DMV hearing and the court case both, because losing track of either one costs clients their license. California Bar #310324.

Why clients choose us

Our promise

Straight answers, no runaround, and a team that fights both the DMV and the court so you don't have to face either alone.

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"I hired them for a citation which ended up being dismissed. The team was very helpful during the whole process and answered all my questions. Would definitely hire them again."

A. F.
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"Dustin was absolutely amazing! Great responsiveness and professionalism. Couldn't have asked for better."

Alexis Rios
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"This team of DUI attorneys made my first DUI offense worry-free. Highly recommend them — they will get the job done."

Chris W.
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What happens next

Getting help is simple

Call or request a review

Reach us 24/7. Tell us what happened — it's free and confidential.

We protect your license

We file your DMV hearing request before the 10-day deadline runs.

We build your defense

We review the evidence, the stop, and the testing, and map your options.

We fight for you

At the DMV and in court — for dismissal, reduction, or the best outcome.

Common questions

DUI & criminal defense FAQ

How long do I have to save my license after a DUI in California?
Just 10 days from the date of your arrest to request a DMV hearing (the APS hearing). Miss it and your license is suspended automatically. Requesting the hearing also freezes the suspension until your hearing date. Call (805) 500-8287 as soon as possible — even if you're already a few days in.
What's the difference between the DMV case and the court case?
They're two separate matters. The DMV controls your driving privilege and moves on the 10-day clock. The court controls your criminal record and potential penalties like fines, DUI school, probation, and jail. We handle both so nothing falls through the cracks.
How much does a DUI defense cost?
It depends on the county, the charges, and whether it's a first or repeat offense. Your initial consultation is free, and we'll give you a clear, flat quote before you commit — no surprises.
Which areas do you serve?
We defend clients across seven counties: Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Kern, Tulare, Fresno and Kings. We regularly appear in these local courts and know the DAs and DMV offices.
Can a first-time DUI be dismissed or reduced?
Often, yes. Depending on the facts — the legality of the stop, how the testing was conducted, and the evidence — a first-time DUI can sometimes be dismissed or reduced to a lesser charge like a "wet reckless." We'll assess your specific case at no cost.
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Arrested in Tulare County? The clock is already running.

Talk to a real defense attorney today — no obligation, completely confidential. The sooner we start, the more we can do.

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