Category Archives: criminal

Case Study: How Top-Tier DUI Defense Attorney Matthew Ruff Overcame a DMV Refusal Allegation to Restore a Client’s Driver’s License

Posted on September 28, 2026 by thetorranceattorney

Winning a DUI refusal hearing at the California DMV is one of the hardest challenges in administrative law. Under California Vehicle Code § 13353, an alleged refusal to take a chemical test carries a mandatory 1- to 3-year license suspension with zero option for a restricted license. 
When an Imperial County driver was facing an automatic license suspension following a border contact, top-tier DUI defense attorney Matthew Ruff stepped in. By auditing the state’s evidence, Mr. Ruff exposed a critical flaw: the DMV failed to produce the foundational law enforcement report justifying the initial stop. Under California’s Harvey-Madden rule, an unproven stop renders the entire arrest and subsequent chemical test refusal legally invalid. Continue reading →

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How Top Los Angeles DUI Attorney Matthew Ruff Secured a Complete Dismissal of Child Endangerment Charges

Posted on September 27, 2026 by thetorranceattorney

When prosecutors added two counts of misdemeanor Child Endangerment (Penal Code § 273a(b)) to a Los Angeles DUI charge, the client faced severe penalties—including mandatory child abuse probation terms, potential jail time, and serious threats to parental custody rights. 
Facing these overwhelming stakes, top-tier DUI defense attorney Matthew Ruff launched a strategic defense focused on dismantling the prosecution’s allegations. Through meticulous examination of the traffic stop evidence, challenging the assertion of “willful endangerment,” and aggressive prosecutor negotiations, Attorney Ruff successfully secured a complete dismissal of both child endangerment counts. Continue reading →

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How Early Intervention Saved a Torrance Driver from Hit-and-Run Charges

Posted on September 26, 2026 by thetorranceattorney

Being involved in a hit-and-run in Torrance can be terrifying, but hiring the right attorney can turn the tide. Matthew Ruff helped one driver avoid criminal charges by staying calm and seeking professional legal help early on after receiving a letter from the Police Department about a hit and run. Continue reading →

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