Indio DUI Lawyer: Turning Your Story Into a Powerful Defense

Wilkerson & Mulligan are Indio's no BS DUI lawyers. Look, maybe you screwed up, maybe you didn’t. Either way, “The System” is breathing down your neck, and you need someone who knows the game and isn’t just here to collect a paycheck.

Drunk driving charges? We’ve got you. DMV hearing? Been there, handled that. Life can blindside you—one day you’re sipping cocktails at Neil's Lounge, and the next, you’re staring down a judge who’s already made up his mind.

Here’s the deal: we don’t just defend cases—we defend people. We take your story, the messy, complicated truth of it, and build a defense that makes prosecutors sweat and juries pay attention. Because everyone deserves someone in their corner who gives a damn.

Tired of being treated like just another file in a stack? Call us. We’re not here to judge—we’re here to fight. And trust us, we’re damn good at it:

• Over 40 years of combined experience winning freedom for clients.

• Hundreds of pre-trial dismissals and dozens of jury acquittals.

• Recognized as “Top Lawyer” by Palm Springs Life Magazine every year since 2013.

• More than 100 amazing 5-star reviews.

• Attorney Joshua Mulligan is a California State Bar Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist.

Your Truth is Power

Joshua Mulligan doesn’t just know the law—he trained at the Trial Lawyers College to turn your story into something real. Not just dry facts, but a truth that moves people—judges, juries, even the other side. This isn’t about cookie-cutter defenses or courtroom clichés. It’s about building a case so compelling, it demands justice. Because when your story connects, it’s not just a defense—it’s a truth that demands justice.

DUI Lawyers with Proven Success in Indio

Forest Wilkerson and Joshua Mulligan have tackled hundreds of DUI cases—everything from your garden-variety first-timers to the heavy-duty, high-stakes cases with fatalities. These two don’t just dabble in the science of blood and breath testing; they own it. They know how to poke holes in the so-called ‘evidence’ and build a solid defense.

Avoid Common DUI Pitfalls:

Getting hit with a DUI charge can feel like you’ve been run over by a truck—mentally, emotionally, and financially. Most people think, ‘Eh, I’ll just plead guilty and get it over with.’ WRONG. That’s the lazy way out, and it’s usually the worst decision you can make. Before you do something you’ll regret, talk to an experienced Indio criminal defense attorney —someone who knows how to fight back.

We ask the questions that make prosecutors squirm, like:

• Was the traffic stop legit? If it wasn’t, guess what? The evidence could get tossed faster than last week’s leftovers.

• Were you even driving? Just sitting in your car doesn’t mean you were driving.

• Are those tests legit? Breathalyzers and blood tests aren’t magic—they screw up all the time, and we know how to prove it.

Here’s the deal: we listen. Your health issues, your unique circumstances, even the weird stuff that doesn’t seem to matter—it all matters to us. Because your story isn’t just background noise; it’s the key to turning this whole mess around.

Straightforward Advice, Honest Representation

We don’t do the sugarcoating thing. If fighting your case isn’t the smart move, we’ll tell you straight. But if there’s even a sliver of a chance to push back, we’ll grab it with both hands and fight like hell. No fluff, no bull—just honest advice and relentless action

Indio DUI Attorneys Who Know the Local Courts

Indio DUI cases are handled at the Larson Justice Center. Our criminal defense lawyers have been providing drunk driving defense in Indio since 2007. They know the local judges, prosecutors, and court staff inside and out. This knowledge gives us an edge in tailoring a defense strategy that works. Riverside County prosecutors have a different approach than prosecutors in LA or San Bernardino. 

Indio DUI Defense Attorneys Representing Out-of-Town Clients

Indio is a hotspot for tourists, thanks to events like Coachella and Stagecoach. Unfortunately, many visitors find themselves facing DUI charges. We’ve successfully represented clients from across the country and the globe. Our team handles paperwork electronically and often resolves cases without clients needing to appear in court. 

We can do a free consultation via phone or zoom. 

Specialized DUI Defense Expertise

• DMV Hearing Defense: We’ll fight to protect your license after a DUI arrest. The DMV APS hearing is separate process from the criminal court system examines evidence such as breathalyzer results and the legitimacy of the traffic stop.

• Drug DUI: we fight accusations involving substances like amphetamines or methamphetamine, where impairment levels are subjective.

• Marijuana DUI Defense: We’ll confront the unreliable science behind THC impairment claims.

• Felony DUI Defense: most DUI cases are misdemeanors. The most common Felony DUI charges are DUI with injury and DUI with three or more priors. 

• Vehicular Manslaughter Defense: In tragic cases, we examine every detail to challenge the evidence and mitigate consequences.

• Watson Murder Defense: When a DUI escalates to a Watson murder charge, we dig into intent, prior warnings, and circumstances to build a robust defense.

• Child Endangerment DUI Defense: We fight hard for clients facing these severe charges that can impact both custody rights and freedom.

• DUI Probation Violation: DUI cases have more complicated probation terms than most criminal cases. We've seen them all, from basic classes reinstatement to fighting false positive alcohol readings on SCRAM devices. 

When it comes to DUI defense, we don’t just settle; we fight. Choose Wilkerson & Mulligan, the Indio DUI defense attorneys who will stand by you from start to finish.