About Joshua M. Dale, Esq.

Your Trusted Sonoma County DUI & Criminal Defense LawyerFacing a legal issue—like a DUI or criminal charge—can be overwhelming, confusing, and stressful. You might feel wronged, scared, or unsure of your rights. I’m here to help you through it. I’m Joshua M. Dale, Esq., a Sonoma County-based Northern CA criminal DUI defense lawyer with over 30 years of experience fighting for clients in Monte Rio and across the Bay Area. I understand what you’re going through, and I’ll protect your rights, fight in your corner, and guide you every step of the way.A Former Cop and US Army Vet Who Knows the SystemAs a former cop with the Cabrillo College Campus Police (1988-1989) and US Army Military Police Sergeant (1981-1985, MOS 95B20, honorable discharge), I’ve been on both sides of the law. I ran DUI checkpoints and served as a Traffic Accident Investigator with the 116th MP Corps at Fort Bragg, investigating hit-and-runs and fatalities, earning the Army Good Conduct Medal and Army Achievement Medal. I also policed Grenada in 1983 post-invasion, managing tense patrols with moments of camaraderie like Christmas ham feasts. This experience gives me a unique edge—I know how cops think, where arrests go wrong, and how to challenge evidence to save your license or clear your name.Proven Experience in DUI and Criminal DefenseFor over 30 years, I’ve defended clients from my Monte Rio, CA, home office (since COVID). I started in San Francisco, helping shape California Drunk Driving Law, and have since fought ~40 jury trials and hundreds of DMV hearings across the Bay Area’s nine counties. I’m a Founding Member of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association (DUIDLA) and a Member of the National College for DUI Defense, attending multiple summer sessions in the 2000s held at Harvard Law School buildings. As a former CDLA specialist/Executive Director (1996-2019), I helped win CDLA v. DMV (2022) for fairer hearings, ensuring better odds for my clients. With a BA in Criminology from Fresno State University (1987, Magna Cum Laude) and JD from Golden Gate University (1992), I’m known for creative litigation and exceptional results where others fall short.Client-Centered Representation You Can TrustI know legal cases—and even the language—can feel intimidating. That’s why I offer a free initial consultation to assess your case and explain your options in plain terms. I’ll guide you through every step, keeping you informed, involved, and confident in every decision. Whether you’re a veteran facing a DUI in Sonoma, a tourist stopped in Napa, or a local in Solano fighting a drug charge, I’ll put you at the center of my attention. My preferred courts include Santa Rosa, San Rafael, Ukiah, Napa, Fairfield, and Vallejo, covering Sonoma, Marin, Mendocino, Napa, and Solano counties.Protecting Northern CA Since 1992I’ve been proudly serving the people of Monte Rio and the broader Bay Area since starting my practice in 1992. You don’t have to face this alone—if the law is on your side, I’ll make sure your voice is heard. Call today to schedule your free consultation and let’s start fighting for your rights together.Get in TouchPhone: (707) 520-4350Email: jdale@joshdale.comWebsite: joshdale.com Disclaimer: