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Christoph Law Offices, DUI & Criminal Defense
40+ Years Criminal Defense Experience
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760-941-5720

Christoph Law Offices handles criminal defense exclusively and does not provide representation for civil litigation, family law, or personal injury

Christoph Law Offices, DUI & Criminal Defense
Christoph Law Offices, DUI & Criminal Defense

Christoph Law Offices handles criminal defense exclusively and does not provide representation for civil litigation, family law, or personal injury

HIGHEST RATING IN LEGAL ABILITY AND ETHICAL STANDARDS

  • Top Lawyers - San Diego Magazine
  • Former Deputy San Diego City Attorney
  • Former USMC Captain
  • Located Directly Across From Vista Courthouse
  • Over 150 Five Star Reviews on Google and Yelp

Attorneys William R. Christoph & Nicholas W. Christoph

Experienced Encinitas DUI Lawyers Protecting Your Rights

Encinitas is patrolled by the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department and the California Highway Patrol (CHP) along Interstate 5 and scenic U.S. Highway 101. If you are pulled over for a DUI arrest in Encinitas, your case will be brought before the California Superior Court in Vista.

DUI Lawyers Who Have Handled More Than 5,000 DUI Cases

If you have been stopped for your first DUI, have DUI priors or a felony DUI with injury, the attorneys at the Christoph Law Offices know the law and have the experience to help you achieve the best possible outcome in your case.

Attorneys William and Nicholas Christoph have defended more than 5,000 DUIs and bring more than 40 years of experience handling criminal defense cases for Encinitas and surrounding communities.

Unique Military Insight For Servicemembers

William Christoph is a former USMC captain, former prosecutor, and Judge Pro Tem and has the highest peer review rating* in legal ability and ethical standards from Martindale-Hubbell. He has a unique insight into the issues involving servicemembers, including mitigation programs available.

The Clock Is Ticking

It’s important to note that you only have 10 days from the date of your arrest to take action and set a DMV hearing date to stop the suspension of your driver’s license.

William and Nicholas Christoph will handle the DMV hearing, challenging any suspension and can even handle most of those hearings without your presence in court.

With more than 40 years’ experience, trust in Christoph Law Offices to handle your case to achieve the best result for your circumstance.

Contact An Encinitas DUI Lawyer Today. Free Consultation.

Discuss your case with one of our Encinitas DUI attorneys from the Christoph Law Offices by calling 760-941-5720 or by scheduling your free initial consultation with one of our firm’s lawyers online.

Conveniently located across the street from the Vista Courthouse for over 40 years, and provides the highest level of legal ability and ethical standards.

*AV®, AV Preeminent®, Martindale-Hubbell Distinguished and Martindale-Hubbell Notable are certification marks used under license in accordance with the Martindale-Hubbell certification procedures, standards and policies. Martindale-Hubbell® is the facilitator of a peer review rating process. Ratings reflect the anonymous opinions of members of the bar and the judiciary. Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review Ratings™ fall into two categories — legal ability and general ethical standards.

Defending Against DUI and Criminal Charges Throughout San Diego County

Top Rated In The Legal Community
AS PUBLISHED IN San Diego Magazine 2025 | 2025 | TOP LAWYERS SELECTED BY PEER RECOGNITION | William R. Christoph | Top Lawyers Selected By peer Recognition San Diego Magazine - July 2025
Martindale-Hubbell | AV Preeminent | Peer Rated for Highest Level of Professional Excellence
Avvo Rating | 10 Superb | Top Attorney Criminal Defense