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Vista Lawyer Peter M. Liss: A Trusted Source for News Reporters

December 16, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

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Reporters reach out to Peter M. Liss on a variety of topics because they know he is a respected source with an excellent understanding of the California criminal justice system.

Filed Under: DUI Lawyers Vista, CRIMINAL DEFENSE, The CA Legal System, DUI / FELONY DUI, LEGAL PROCEDURES, SENTENCING ALTERNATIVES Tagged With: dui, news, media, reporters, legal source, newsworthy, news stories, legal sources, expert source, quotes

Defense Attorney Peter M. Liss in the News

December 14, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

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Not every criminal attorney is able to land so many high profile cases, but Peter M. Liss is trusted by his clients thanks to his great negotiation skills, kind demeanor and proven results.

Filed Under: CRIMINAL DEFENSE, The CA Legal System, DUI / FELONY DUI, Fraud Charges, WHITE COLLAR CRIME, THEFT CRIMES Tagged With: dui, murder, news, identity theft, defenses, grand theft, embezzlement, peter liss, case results, real results, vehicular homicide

Using An Ignition Interlock Device After A DUI in San Diego, California

August 19, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

Ignition interlock devices (IIDs) are sometimes mandatory for California drivers who have been convicted of driving under the influence to get back on the road, while in other cases, their installation is optional and can help people get back on the road earlier. Whether you are at risk of a mandatory installation or are considering […]

Filed Under: DUI / FELONY DUI, Sentencing Tagged With: breathalyzers, ignition interlock devices in California, ignition interlock devices, san diego ignition interlock device laws, iid, dui penalties

Using A Diet Beverage Mixer May Increase Your Chance of Getting A DUI

August 18, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

Whether because they’re cutting calories or because the like the taste, there are a whole lot of people that use diet sodas as mixers and chasers while drinking. What most people don’t know though is that drinking alcohol with artificial sweeteners can actually make your BAC drastically higher than if you drank something with real […]

Filed Under: DUI Lawyers Vista, DUI / FELONY DUI Tagged With: alcohol, science, bac, diet soda, diet mixers, mixers, sodas, sugar

The Do’s & Don’ts of DUI Traffic Stops in San Diego

August 6, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

No one wants to be pulled over, especially for drunk driving, but knowing what to do during a DUI traffic stop can make all the difference in your driving under the influence case later on. While most people want to get back on the road as soon as possible after they have been stopped by […]

Filed Under: DUI Lawyers Vista, The CA Legal System Tagged With: dui, drunk driving, know your rights, dui traffic stops, dui traffic stop, traffic stop

Not Guilty Due to Sleepwalking? It Can Happen, but Rarely

July 29, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

It seems like something out of a bad detective story, but as more and more people have begun taking prescription drugs with sleepwalking as a side effect, the number of crimes committed by sleepwalkers have dramatically increased over the last few decades and most commonly include offenses such as murder, sex crimes (a specific condition […]

Filed Under: DUI Lawyers Vista, CRIMINAL DEFENSE, DUI / FELONY DUI, DRIVING OFFENSES, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, Homicide, VIOLENT CRIMES, SEX OFFENSES Tagged With: sleepwalking, committing crimes in sleep, knowledge of crime, parasomnia, sleepwalking crimes

What Happens to the Passengers in a DUI? Can They go to Jail Too?

March 31, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

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Many people pulled over for drunk driving aren’t alone in the car. While most people aren’t surprised to learn that a driver can face additional charges if the passengers are minors, they are often surprised to discover that adult passengers of a drunk driver can sometimes complicate DUI arrest investigations and may even be charged […]

Filed Under: DUI Lawyers Vista, DUI / FELONY DUI, Traffic Stops Tagged With: drunk driving, passengers in dui, dui passengers, riding in car with drunk driver

Is it a Crime to Drive When Hungover? In Some Cases

March 23, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

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It’s common knowledge that driving under the influence is against the law, but most people assume that by the time they’re hungover they can drive without any risk of a DUI. Overall, they’re right, but there are some circumstances where driving hungover can be against the law. Juveniles Driving With a Hangover One of the […]

Filed Under: CRIMINAL DEFENSE, DUI / FELONY DUI, JUVENILE CRIME Tagged With: dui, hangover, driving while hungover, driving with a hangover, how long does it take to get sober, alcohol and drugs

Is a DUI in California a Felony or Misdemeanor?

March 17, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

What Makes A DUI A Felony?

Drunk driving should always be viewed as a serious charge as it can result in jail time, massive fines, prevent you from being able to drive and leave you with expensive insurance deductibles even once you do get your license back. But some driving under the influence cases are even more serious and can even […]

Filed Under: The CA Legal System, DUI / FELONY DUI Tagged With: California drunk driving laws, felony drunk driving in California, felony drunk driving offenses, Vista Felony DUI Lawyer, What Makes A DUI A Felony in California, DUI felony california, what makes a dui a felony

Can Your Migraine Leave You Facing DUI Charges?

March 12, 2021 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

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Migraines and cluster headaches are debilitating conditions that don’t just cause pain, but also other symptoms that make many sufferers want to do nothing more than squirrel themselves away in a dark room. Unfortunately, many people simply don’t aren’t able to go into another room when a migraine strikes, but instead have to find a […]

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criminal justice attorney Peter M. Liss
The Experience You Need

I have been practicing law for over 35 years, and opened my own law firm in 1998, after serving as Assistant Supervising Public Defender for the Vista Public Defender’s Office. I have defended many high profile cases in my career, fighting charges ranging from drunk driving to capital murder.

Two Easy-to-Find Offices

My Vista offices are located just off the 78 freeway, directly across the street from the local courthouse and jail facility. For those further south, I have another office in Carmel Valley, off the 5 freeway and highway 56. Both offices offer free parking.

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You can call my offices any time of day, every day to speak with a live person who can help you schedule a free initial consultation. If you have any questions, I return my calls promptly and courteously.

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I ensure all clients receive top quality representation at affordable rates and I accept all major credit cards. Hablamos Espanol.

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My Practice Areas

I handle all types of misdemeanor and felony criminal cases in San Diego County, including:

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Attorney Peter M. Liss,
(760) 643-4050
380 S Melrose Drive #301
Vista, CA 92081

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About the Legal Information on This Website

I rely on my experience as a top defense lawyer in my area to personally review all information on this site; however the information offered here should not substitute as legal advice. If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Vista, please contact a qualified defense attorney.