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

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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Matthew Gets “Heavy Handed” False Felony Criminal Charges Dropped in Long Beach Court!

Matthew Ruff skillfully dismantled a felony case involving a loaded firearm, proving insufficient evidence and securing a dismissal. With over 30 years of experience, he fights for justice, ensuring clients like you are protected. Continue reading →

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Can A Person Commit an ADW if the gun is unloaded?

Can a person be guilty of assault with a deadly weapon (adw) if gun is unloaded with no ammunition. Continue reading →

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