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Rising Blood Alcohol and DUI Arrests

by | Apr 5, 2021 | Uncategorized

Can I Use the “Rising Blood Alcohol” Defense To Fight My DUI Charge? Because the human body takes time to process alcohol, you may cite rising blood alcohol as a reason you were not driving under the influence. Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) can...

Drug DUI Laws in California

by | Mar 9, 2021 | Uncategorized

What You Need To Know About California Drug DUIs You can be arrested for a drug DUI in California. Unlike an alcohol DUI, where your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) will be measured, drug DUIs only require that your driving be impaired. If you have been pulled over...

Diabetics and California DUI Laws

by | Mar 5, 2021 | Uncategorized

Can Diabetes Cause a False Positive on a Breathalyzer? Medical conditions, such as diabetes, can result in false positives on a breathalyzer test. The consequences of a false positive breath test are severe. They can include a DUI arrest, an automatic driver’s license...

The No Driving Defense for DUI Arrests

by | Mar 1, 2021 | Uncategorized

Can I Be Arrested for DUI for Sitting in My Car? Driving under the influence convictions can ruin your day-to-day life. Your license will be suspended, and you may face jail time and steep fines. Additionally, DUI charges can cost you a job or promotion. California...

Ride-Share DUI Laws in California

by | Feb 15, 2021 | Uncategorized

When Can an Uber Driver Get a DUI? Ride-sharing mobile apps like Uber have grown to become part of everyday life in many places. Whether it is an Uber, a Lyft, or another operator, ride-share drivers take on immense responsibility. When you drive for a ride-share, the...

Third-Time DUIs in California

by | Feb 5, 2021 | Uncategorized

What Are the Penalties for a Third-Time DUI? California punishes each DUI you commit more harshly than the last. The penalties for a third-time DUI are more severe than for a second DUI, which are more serious than the sanctions when you commit your first DUI. Because...

Wet Reckless Plea Bargain After a DUI Arrest

by | Jan 25, 2021 | Uncategorized

What Is a “Wet Reckless” Plea Bargain? If you’ve been charged with a DUI in California, you might have heard about the advantages of a wet reckless plea bargain. By agreeing to a wet reckless plea bargain, you will plead to the offense of reckless driving. ‘Wet...

Can I Get a DUI Expunged?

by | Jan 19, 2021 | Uncategorized

A DUI conviction can hang over your head for years, but California may now allow it to be expunged from your record. While a DUI expungement will not affect how the DMV treats you, it can help your employment prospects. Read on to learn the process for DUI...

Blood Test Procedures in California

by | Jan 5, 2021 | Uncategorized

How To Challenge a DUI Blood Test If you were pulled over on suspicion of DUI in California, law enforcement might draw a DUI blood test to prove you had an illegal Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC). After an arrest for an alleged DUI, you will likely be offered...

Underage DUI Offenses in California

by | Jan 1, 2021 | Uncategorized

Can I Be Convicted of Both a DUI and an Underage DUI? California has enacted a zero-tolerance law for underage DUI. Generally, a person cannot be convicted of more than one DUI offense stemming from the same traffic stop. However, underage DUI is an exception to the...

Refusing a Breathalyzer in California

by | Dec 28, 2020 | Uncategorized

Can I Refuse To Take a Breath Test? If you have been stopped by a law enforcement officer in California, you can refuse to take a breath test. The roadside preliminary alcohol screening (PAS) test, which is commonly known as a breathalyzer, is optional in most...

Sobriety Checkpoints in California

by | Dec 22, 2020 | Uncategorized

Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in California? On your way home from a night with a few friends, you encounter a DUI checkpoint in the road. After a brief interaction, the police officer or highway patrol trooper asks you to step out of the car. Though you only had a couple...

California DMV DUI Hearings

by | Dec 18, 2020 | Uncategorized

What Is a DMV DUI Hearing? A Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrest in California is a serious event that can impact your life in numerous ways. After being stopped for a DUI, two processes will begin: A criminal case, including possible jail terms, fines, and...

Interlock Ignition Devices in California

by | Dec 15, 2020 | Uncategorized

Will I Have To Install an Interlock Ignition Device if I’m Convicted of DUI in California? Being convicted of a DUI can be embarrassing, inconvenient, and expensive. You may have to spend time in jail, pay hefty fines, take expensive educational classes, lose...

California DUIs with a BAC Under 0.08%

by | Dec 9, 2020 | Uncategorized

Can I Be Charged with DUI in California if My BAC Is Less Than 0.08%? Generally, 0.08% is the legal limit for Blood Alcohol Concentration (“BAC”) in California while operating a personal motor vehicle. However, in some circumstances, you can be charged...

California Field Sobriety Tests

by | Nov 30, 2020 | Uncategorized

What Are Field Sobriety Tests and Do I Have To Take Them? If a police officer pulls you over on suspicion of drunk driving, they may ask you to participate in field sobriety testing. Field sobriety tests (FSTs) are a series of physical and mental tests that are...

What Is a Negligent Operator Hearing?

by | Nov 18, 2020 | Uncategorized

You will lose your license if you are deemed a negligent operator. In every driving under the influence (DUI) case, there are two components. First, there is an administrative aspect, as the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will administratively suspend...

SR-22s and California DUI Laws

by | Nov 16, 2020 | Uncategorized

What Is an SR-22 and When Do I Need One in California? If you’ve been convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) in California, your car insurance is probably the last thing on your mind. However, it is essential if you want to get your driver’s...

New Law Will Allow DUIs to Be Dismissed

by | Oct 8, 2020 | Uncategorized

AB 3234 would permit individuals to enter into a diversion program for most DUIs California has long been known as a state that is tough on crime. Studies have shown that our harsh criminal justice laws haven’t actually reduced crime — which has led to a wave of...

Will Getting a DUI Affect My Job Search?

by | Jul 15, 2020 | Uncategorized

Even with California’s “ban the box” law, having a DUI conviction can make it harder to find a job. California takes the crime of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI) seriously. Anyone convicted of a DUI — even for a first-time offense — may be...

What Are My Rights During a DUI Stop?

by | Jun 16, 2020 | Uncategorized

You never have to take a field sobriety test. Imagine this: you’re on your way home from a friend’s house after a few glasses of wine. You know your tolerance, and that you are safe to drive based on the amount of alcohol that you had over a period of a few hours. But...

Will I Lose My CDL If I Get a DUI?

by | Jun 3, 2020 | Uncategorized

Any DUI conviction will result in a loss of your CDL. Most people know that it is against the law to drive under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs in California. What many people aren’t aware of is the serious consequences of doing so. Not only do you put your own...

Can You Get a DUI on Private Property?

by | Apr 16, 2020 | Uncategorized

Even if you’re driving on your own property, you can still get a DUI charge. If you think about what may happen during a typical DUI stop, you probably imagine that a person is pulled over on a highway or road. Most DUI arrests do come from a person driving under the...

Will Smoking Affect a Breathalyzer Test?

by | Apr 10, 2020 | Uncategorized

Smoking can lead to a higher reading on a breathalyzer test. In California, there are two ways to be charged with a DUI for driving under the influence of alcohol. First, you may be charged with a “per se” DUI, which can be charged when you drive with a blood alcohol...

Can You Get a DUI on an E-Scooter?

by | Mar 5, 2020 | Uncategorized

California law forbids operating any type of motor vehicle while impaired. Electric scooters — or e-scooters — are becoming increasingly popular in cities across California. Offered for rent by companies like Lime and Bird, e-scooters are an environmentally-friendly,...

Is a DUI a Criminal Charge in California?

by | Feb 19, 2020 | Uncategorized

A DUI may be charged as either a misdemeanor or felony offense. There is a misconception among some Californians that driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI) is a traffic violation, rather than a criminal offense. While the Department of Motor...

Can You Get a DUI on a Motorcycle?

by | Jan 7, 2020 | Uncategorized

Just as in a car, you can get a DUI while riding a motorcycle. In Southern California, motorcycles are incredibly popular. With temperate weather, it is possible to ride a motorcycle nearly year-round in this area of the state. Choosing a bike over a car also can help...

Should You Refuse a Breathalyzer?

by | Dec 3, 2019 | Uncategorized

Most people should refuse the roadside breathalyzer test. If you are stopped by the police on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI), you will likely feel intimidated. This isn’t surprising — after all, the law enforcement officer has the power in this...

Can I Refuse a DUI Checkpoint?

by | Nov 17, 2019 | Uncategorized

While you cannot refuse a DUI checkpoint once in it, you can avoid the checkpoint entirely. Although it may seem counterintuitive, driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoints are legal in California. These checkpoints are an exception to the general rule that the...

Three Ways to Defend a California DUI Case

by | Oct 13, 2019 | Uncategorized

A good defense can lead to a positive outcome In California, a DUI can lead to a number of serious consequences. Even for a first conviction, you may be facing jail time — or probation. You will also likely be required to perform community service, attend mandatory...

Can You Sober Up in Your Car in California?

by | Oct 6, 2019 | Uncategorized

You could be charged with a DUI in certain circumstances In an ideal world, we would all plan ahead when we go out for a few drinks. We would have a designated driver, make sure that we have the Uber or LYFT app on our phone, get a hotel, or have a friend who can come...

The Advantages of a DUI Plea Bargain

by | Sep 11, 2019 | Uncategorized

Plea deals usually involve either a sentence reduction or a charge reduction If you have been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in California, you may be feeling overwhelmed or scared about what may happen to you. A conviction for DUI carries serious...

How a California DUI Could Impact DREAMERS

by | Jul 2, 2019 | Uncategorized

Significant misdemeanor or felony convictions could lead to ineligibility for the DACA program Many adults who are in the United States without papers (undocumented immigrants) came here with their parents when they are children. The Deferred Action for Childhood...

Just Say No: Refusing Field Sobriety Tests

by | May 13, 2019 | Uncategorized

Taking field sobriety tests is optional Picture this scenario: you’re driving home from work (after having an after work drink with your colleagues) when you see lights and hear a siren. You pull over, wondering what you could have done wrong. The officer approaches,...

Proposed Bill Would Lower DUI Limit

by | Mar 29, 2019 | Uncategorized

If it becomes law, California would join Utah as states with a .05 legal limit It is no secret that DUIs can be incredibly dangerous, and often deadly. Driving under the influence is considered a serious crime under California law, and if two lawmakers have their way,...

Is Driving on Ativan Illegal in California?

by | Mar 28, 2019 | Uncategorized

Even if you have a prescription, you may be charged with a crime if you drive on Ativan For many people, anxiety is a fact of life. Ativan is often used to treat anxiety, along with other conditions, such as epilepsy and other seizure disorders. It belongs to a class...

Can You Use Waze to Avoid DUI Checkpoints?

by | Feb 19, 2019 | Uncategorized

Some law enforcement believes that the app allows drunk drivers to avoid detection The navigation app Waze is incredibly popular, and for good reason. Waze, powered by Google, allows users to submit real-time traffic updates so that other drivers can avoid hazards...

How a DUI Can Impact Your Career

by | Feb 5, 2019 | Uncategorized

The consequences of a DUI go beyond criminal sanctions You may not think that getting a driving under the influence (DUI) charge is that big of a deal. Perhaps most people in your social circle get behind the wheel after a few drinks, so you don’t feel particularly...

How Is a DUI Counted as a Prior Conviction?

by | Jan 24, 2019 | Uncategorized

A DUI is a “prior offense” for a period of 10 years. When it comes to driving under the influence (DUI) offenses, there is considerable confusion about what it exactly means to have a conviction on your record. After all, it is technically a criminal offense — but the...

The Connection Between DUIs and Veterans

by | Jan 10, 2019 | Uncategorized

The study shows an increase from 1.6 to 2.5%. Driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol is something that is not limited to any specific type of person. People of all races, religions, classes, and occupations are charged with drinking and driving. As an...

DUI Arrests Increase Over the Holidays

by | Dec 18, 2018 | Uncategorized

The California Highway Patrol schedules a maximum enforcement period during the holidays. The holiday season is upon us. Not only are we all treated to endless holiday music in stores, restaurants and seemingly everywhere else, but it is also the time of year for...

What Is California DUI Probation?

by | Dec 6, 2018 | Uncategorized

Complying with the terms of probation is necessary to avoid serving jail time. If you have been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in California, you may be worried about the consequences that you will face. In particularly, you might be concerned about...

What Is the Cost of a California DUI?

by | Nov 22, 2018 | Uncategorized

The total cost may be over ten thousand dollars. If you are stopped for a DUI in California, what is your first thought? That you’re worried about losing your license? That you don’t want to spend the night in jail? That you’ll be embarrassed? What you might not think...

How Accurate Are Field Sobriety Tests?

by | Sep 4, 2018 | Uncategorized

The tests are relatively accurate, but only in near-perfect conditions. Even if you have not experienced them in real life, you have likely seen depictions of field sobriety tests on television or in the movies — follow the police officer’s finger with your eyes, walk...

Is a Marijuana Breathalyzer on the Horizon?

by | Aug 20, 2018 | Uncategorized

An Oakland company claims that it has the solution for driving under the influence of marijuana technology. Since recreational marijuana was legalized in California, one big concern has been how it will impact driving. This is a legitimate worry, as the use of drugs...

Can the Keto Diet Lead to a DUI?

by | Feb 14, 2018 | Uncategorized

An extreme low carb diet can lead to false positives on DUI breath tests. In 2018, the keotgenic diet is more popular than ever before. This diet has long been recommended for patients with certain medical conditions, such as epilepsy. Yet in recent months, it has...

Will I Go to Jail If I Get a California DUI?

by | Jan 12, 2018 | Uncategorized

In most DUI cases, probation is the more likely outcome. In California and in many states, driving under the influence (DUI) is one of the most common crimes. While many people wouldn’t dream of breaking into someone’s house or assaulting someone, they may not think...

Will a DUI Charge Impact Your Side Hustle?

by | Oct 20, 2017 | Uncategorized

A DUI can prevent you from driving for Uber or Lyft. In today’s economy, having a side hustle is more important than ever as a way to pay your bills, get ahead on your student loans, or just to enjoy life’s little luxuries. While some may turn to more creative...

Dos and Don’ts of California DUI Stops

by | Sep 2, 2017 | Uncategorized

Keep your wits about you to minimize your chances of being arrested for a DUI. In California, a DUI (driving under the influence) charge is a serious offense. If you are convicted of DUI, you could be facing time in jail, the loss of your license, fines, mandatory DUI...

Getting a DUI Charge Reduced

by | Aug 26, 2017 | Uncategorized

If you have been charged with a California DUI, you may be feeling panicked, and rightfully so. A DUI is a criminal charge, and it can have a serious impact on your life. But with an experienced San Bernardino DUI defense lawyer on your side, you can have peace of...

DUI with Kids in the Car: Don’t Risk It

by | Aug 25, 2017 | Uncategorized

It could lead to a separate criminal charge in addition to a DUI sentencing enhancement. With a holiday weekend fast approaching, many people are gearing up for picnics and celebrations. Parents often bring their kids to these events — barbecues at the pool, family...

What Happens with a Third California DUI?

by | Aug 16, 2017 | Uncategorized

A third DUI will likely result in jail time. It’s no secret: the state of California takes the crime of drinking and driving (and driving while under the influence of drugs) seriously. If you are a repeat offender, then you can expect extremely harsh penalties for...

How a DUI Conviction May Impact Your Job

by | Aug 9, 2017 | Uncategorized

A DUI conviction may cause difficulties in your career, depending on your field of work. If you go out for drinks after work with a few co-workers, you may not think much of getting behind the wheel and driving home — until you see the flashing lights of a police car...

How A DUI Case May Be Resolved

by | Jul 29, 2017 | Uncategorized

Pleading guilty, seeking a plea bargain or going to trial are three ways to resolve your case. If you have been charged with a California DUI, you are likely stressed and overwhelmed.  You have likely had your license confiscated by the police, are worried about the...

How to Avoid a DUI This Fourth of July

by | Jun 26, 2017 | Uncategorized

Follow these tips this upcoming holiday to avoid being arrested for a DUI. The Fourth of July is here, and although the holiday falls on a weekday this year, that does not mean that there will be a lack of celebration. Instead, many picnics and parties will likely...

How Long Will My DUI Case Take?

by | May 19, 2017 | Uncategorized

The length of time it will take to resolve your DUI case depends on a number of factors. If you have been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), you are probably feeling overwhelmed by what will happen next. Will you lose your license, or go to jail? How will...

Will I Go to Jail for My First DUI?

by | May 10, 2017 | Uncategorized

California does not impose a mandatory jail term for first-time DUI offenders. Drinking and driving — or driving while under the influence of drugs — can have a deadly impact. In fact, driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is a leading cause of fatal and...

Do You Really Need a DUI Lawyer?

by | May 3, 2017 | Uncategorized

A DUI lawyer can help make sure that your rights are protected. In terms of criminal charges, if you have been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you may think that a California DUI is not that big of a deal.  Most DUIs in California DUIs...

What You Need to Know about DUI Checkpoints

by | Apr 17, 2017 | Uncategorized

Before you head out, learn these basic facts about DUI checkpoints. As a society, we have decided that drinking and driving is something that we want to stop — and for good reason. Drunk driving leads to a shocking number of accidents, injuries, and fatalities each...

What You Should Say and Do During a DUI Stop

by | Mar 30, 2017 | Uncategorized

Your behavior before and during a DUI stop can affect whether or not you are arrested. It’s every motorist’s nightmare — you’re driving along, minding your own business, when suddenly, you see flashing blue and red lights in your rearview mirror. Perhaps you have had...

Do You Have to Attend a DMV Hearing?

by | Mar 13, 2017 | Uncategorized

After a DUI arrest, you have 10 days to request a DMV hearing to contest your license suspension. Being arrested for a DUI in California carries many consequences, one of which includes the loss of your license. Before you are convicted of a DUI, the California...

Play It Safe This St. Patrick’s Day

by | Mar 4, 2017 | Uncategorized

Learn how you can celebrate all things Irish without risking a DUI. This Friday, it seems that we are all Irish — no matter what our heritage actually is! St. Patrick’s Day is a time to let loose, perhaps eat some traditional Irish food (or not), and drink some green...

Will I Go to Jail If I Get a DUI?

by | Feb 16, 2017 | Uncategorized

Jail time is a possibility for a California DUI conviction. If you have been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, chances are good that you are in a state of panic or stress.  What is going to happen?  Will you lose your license? ...

Will a DUI Show Up on a Background Check?

by | Feb 15, 2017 | Uncategorized

A DUI is a criminal charge, so if you are convicted, it will be part of your record. Under California law, driving under the influence is a serious offense.  While most cases are charged as misdemeanor rather than felony offenses, if you are ultimately plead guilty to...

How to Get a Reduction to a Wet Reckless

by | Feb 13, 2017 | Uncategorized

A wet reckless conviction can be a very beneficial plea bargain for anyone charged with a California DUI. If you are charged with a DUI in the state of California, your DUI lawyer in Tustin, CA will likely attempt to engage in a series of negotiations with the...

Deportations and DUIs

by | Feb 11, 2017 | Uncategorized

A DUI can have a negative impact on your immigration status. In today’s political climate, the topic of immigration — both legal and illegal — is a hot one. Immigrants who are here on visas, green cards and without proper documentation are all on edge, as we wait to...

Can You Really Fool a Breathalyzer Test?

by | Feb 8, 2017 | Uncategorized

These myths won’t help you get around a breathalyzer test. It is understandable that if you’re driving after having a few drinks, you may panic at the sight of lights flashing behind you.  If you’re pulled over after having one or more alcoholic beverages, it is...

Get the Facts on California DUIs

by | Feb 7, 2017 | Uncategorized

Learn more about DUI law and how you may be charged with driving under the influence.  Like all other states in the United States, California takes the crime of drunk driving very seriously.  That is why there are grave penalties for DUI convictions, including the...

Learn When DUIs Are Charged As Felonies

by | Feb 5, 2017 | Uncategorized

A DUI is usually charged as a misdemeanor — unless one of these circumstances exist. Under California law, a charge of driving under the influence is a criminal offense, and being convicted of DUI will result in a person having a criminal record.  Most people are...

What Happens During Field Sobriety Tests

by | Feb 4, 2017 | Uncategorized

You A re Not Required to Perform Field Sobriety Tests Picture this: you’re driving home from a friend’s house, where you had a cocktail while relaxing after dinner.  Suddenly, you see flashing lights in your rearview mirror, and the next thing you know, a police...

Will Coffee Really Sober You Up?

by | Feb 1, 2017 | Uncategorized

Contrary to popular belief, a strong cup of coffee won’t help matters if you’re drunk. Most of us have been there at some point in our lives: out with our friends at a bar or at a party, when suddenly, we realize that we’ve had too much to drink.  Sometimes, your...

DUI Science: What Is Mouth Alcohol?

by | Jan 26, 2017 | Uncategorized

Medical conditions, using mouthwash or even dentures can lead to the presence of mouth alcohol. If you have been stopped by the police on suspicion of driving under the influence, the officers may ask you to take a roadside breathalyzer test.  You should know that if...

Why You Need a Top-Notch DUI Lawyer

by | Jan 24, 2017 | Uncategorized

Experience counts when it comes to protecting your legal rights. For most Californians, the prospect of facing criminal charges for a DUI is a nightmare. The potential consequences for a DUI conviction are high, ranging from losing your license to paying steep fines...

Avoid a DUI on Superbowl Sunday

by | Jan 23, 2017 | Uncategorized

Be smart during and after the big game so you don’t find yourself facing criminal charges. The Superbowl is just around the corner! And while no California teams will be headed to the big game, many of us will still be celebrating.  After all, the Superbowl is about...

How Are DUI of Marijuana Cases Proven?

by | Jan 21, 2017 | Uncategorized

Chemical tests are highly unreliable when it comes to showing impairment due to marijuana. After the most recent election day in November 2016, many Californians celebrated the legalization of marijuana.  While medical marijuana use had long been permitted in...

Will I Go to Jail for a DUI?

by | Jan 19, 2017 | Uncategorized

Depending on the facts of your case, you may be sentenced to jail time for a California DUI conviction. When someone is arrested for a DUI, they may be confused and overwhelmed.  They are also likely scared of what will happen to them.  Will they go to jail? Lose...

Getting A Restricted License After A DUI

by | Jan 17, 2017 | Uncategorized

A restricted license can ease the burden of having a suspended license after a DUI. When it comes to DUI consequences, one of the penalties that many people struggle with is the loss of a license.  For some people arrested for a DUI, it comes as a surprise when the...

What Is a High BAC DUI?

by | Jan 16, 2017 | Uncategorized

If you drive with a high level of alcohol in your system, you could be facing enhanced sentencing. In California and throughout most of the country, it is against the law to drive with a blood alcohol content (BAC) of .08 percent or higher.  This number is fairly...

What Are SCRAM Devices?

by | Jan 13, 2017 | Uncategorized

If you want to avoid jail time after multiple DUIs, this monitoring bracelet may be the ticket. In California, DUIs are considered serious offenses.  Judges and prosecutors do not tend to give DUI offenders the benefit of the doubt — especially if the person in...

What Is A DUI Enhancement?

by | Jan 12, 2017 | Uncategorized

If you do certain things while driving under the influence, you may face additional penalties. California takes the crime of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs quite seriously.  Anyone convicted of a DUI in California can be sentenced to jail time, DUI...

How to Fight a DUI Case

by | Jan 11, 2017 | Uncategorized

A skilled DUI defense attorney can present a number of factual and legal defenses to help you win your case. If you’ve been arrested for a DUI, you may be in a state of panic, falsely believing that there is nothing that you can do — but there is hope!  Just because...

DUI Blood Testing Errors

by | Jan 10, 2017 | Uncategorized

An independent test can reveal the presence of errors. In California and across the country, it is illegal to drive your vehicle while intoxicated.  The legal limit for driving in California is .08 percent blood alcohol content (BAC) for most drivers.  This limit is...

How Breath Tests Work

by | Jan 9, 2017 | Uncategorized

A chemical breath test can give a false positive result based on the way that it operates. Most people are familiar with what happens in a DUI stop.  Even if we have never been pulled over or stopped at a DUI checkpoint ourselves, we have seen it on TV or in the...

How to Request a DMV Hearing

by | Jan 7, 2017 | Uncategorized

Learn the basics of DMV hearings when you have been charged with a DUI. One of the first consequences that people who have been arrested for a DUI in California will face is the loss of their license.  In California, a DUI arrest triggers a process whereby the...

What Does It Mean to Get a DUI of Drugs?

by | Jan 6, 2017 | Uncategorized

A DUI of Drugs can be charged even if you are taking prescription medication. Most people associate DUIs with alcohol, which is understandable given the many campaigns against drunk driving in California and across the country.  But California law does not just...

Never Drive With A Suspended License

by | Jan 2, 2017 | Uncategorized

Don’t take the chance of being charged with an additional crime. In California, your driver’s license could be suspended for any number of reasons, from a driving under the influence charge to being declared a negligent operator from committing too many traffic...

What to Expect with Your Third DUI

by | Dec 31, 2016 | Uncategorized

Repeat DUI offenses can lead to incredibly serious consequences. In California, the crime of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is treated very harshly.  This is particularly true for anyone convicted of a repeat DUI offense.  Any drug or alcohol-related...

What Are Your Rights At a DUI Checkpoint?

by | Dec 30, 2016 | Uncategorized

Learn what you can and cannot do at a DUI checkpoint. Although many people may view DUI checkpoints as a type of entrapment, they are legal.  The United States Supreme Court has repeatedly ruled that these checkpoints are legal, as long as certain rules are followed....

What Are Typical DUI Fines?

by | Dec 29, 2016 | Uncategorized

For a first-time DUI, fines can reach as high as $1,800. Many people arrested for their first DUI may believe that it is not a big deal, and that they can move forward without an attorney.  As a general rule, first-time DUIs are misdemeanor offenses, so many arrestees...

How to Avoid a DUI Arrest

by | Dec 28, 2016 | Uncategorized

Drive carefully and exercise your rights respectfully to minimize your risk of being arrested for a DUI. The best way to avoid being arrested is to not drive after you drink or use drugs in any amount.  If you know that you are under the influence, the best course of...

What Is A DUI Wobbler?

by | Dec 28, 2016 | Uncategorized

In some situations, a prosecutor has discretion to charge a DUI as either a felony or a misdemeanor. When it comes to criminal charges, prosecutors in California have a certain amount of leeway in how they charge cases.  Guided by the law, prosecutors typically charge...

What Happens If You Refuse A Breathalyzer

by | Dec 24, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you drive in California, you are required to submit to a chemical breath or blood test after a DUI arrest. Like many states, California has a law on the books that requires drivers to consent to submit to a breathalyzer test if they are arrested for driving under...

Do You Need An Attorney for a First DUI?

by | Dec 22, 2016 | Uncategorized

Whether it’s your first offense or your fourth, it’s a good idea to hired a skilled DUI lawyer. If you have been arrested for a DUI in California, chances are good that you are feeling scared and overwhelmed.  You may be tempted to plead out to the charges just to get...

When A DUI Is Charged As A Murder

by | Dec 21, 2016 | Uncategorized

Known as a Watson murder charge, DUI murder is typically charged whenever a person has prior notice of the potential for fatal consequences for driving drunk. If you drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs and kill someone as a result, you could be charged with...

What Is A Motion to Suppress?

by | Dec 19, 2016 | Uncategorized

If the police illegally gathered evidence against you, your attorney may be able to have that evidence thrown out of court. If you’re involved in a California DUI case or are just a fan of law and crime shows on television, you may have heard the term “motion to...

Learn About DUI Driving Patterns

by | Dec 18, 2016 | Uncategorized

Knowing what the police look for in terms of erratic driving can help you avoid an unjust DUI stop. Many DUI cases do not involve drivers who are extremely intoxicated or past the point where they can drive safely; instead, they involve people who had a few drinks and...

Out-of-State Drivers and California DUIs

by | Dec 16, 2016 | Uncategorized

A skilled DUI lawyer can help you navigate the California process if you have been charged with a DUI as an out-of-state driver. With the holidays fast approaching, California will soon see an influx of tourists from other states.  Whether you’re taking a vacation or...

Enjoy Your Holiday Parties Safely

by | Dec 13, 2016 | Uncategorized

Throughout the month of December, opportunities for fun — including parties involving alcohol — abound.  Stay safe with these safe holiday party tips. The holiday season is upon us, and most Americans have a whole bunch of parties over the coming weeks.  No matter...

DMV Hearing FAQs

by | Dec 12, 2016 | Uncategorized

Learn the answers to these frequently asked questions about California DMV hearings. After you are arrested for a DUI, you face not only criminal action but an administrative suspension of your license by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).  You have...

California’s Open Container Laws

by | Dec 7, 2016 | Uncategorized

Driving with an open container of alcohol is a violation of California law — even if you’re sober. Most people know that driving drunk is a crime, and try to avoid situations where they may get charged with this crime.  But did you know that just driving with an open...

How Blood Test Errors Impact Your DUI Case

by | Nov 28, 2016 | Uncategorized

Improper collection of blood tests in California DUI cases can be a defense against the charges. After you are arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol in California, you will typically be required to submit to one of two types of chemical tests...

How Can I Resolve My DUI Case?

by | Nov 22, 2016 | Uncategorized

Your DUI case can be resolved through a plea bargain, at trial, or if the charges are dismissed entirely. If you have been arrested for a DUI in California, you are not yet guilty of anything; you are still entitled to the presumption of innocence.  The prosecution...

Should I Go to DUI Court Without A Lawyer?

by | Nov 18, 2016 | Uncategorized

You can represent yourself in court — but should you? Being arrested for a DUI is a scary experience, and it can be an expensive one.  If you are facing DUI charges, you may be asking yourself if you should hire an attorney.  Like many people, you may be concerned...

Be Careful on the Night Before Thanksgiving

by | Nov 17, 2016 | Uncategorized

Black Wednesday can be an incredibly dangerous night for drinking and driving.  Learn how you can stay safe. The holidays are rapidly approaching, and with them, a season of overindulgence — including in alcohol.  The night before Thanksgiving is known as Black...

What Are My Rights During a Traffic Stop?

by | Nov 16, 2016 | Uncategorized

Knowing your rights is the first step in preserving them. It is every motorist’s worst nightmare: you have a drink or two at happy hour after work, and as you drive home, you see lights flashing in your rearview mirror.  You’re being pulled over — and you have...

Is Entrapment a DUI Defense?

by | Nov 14, 2016 | Uncategorized

Unless a police officer forced you to drink and then forced you to drive, you will not likely succeed in arguing that you were entrapped into driving while intoxicated. If you’re a fine of crime, law or police shows, you may be familiar with the term entrapment. ...

What Is A Negligent Operator Hearing?

by | Nov 13, 2016 | Uncategorized

In addition to the criminal consequences of a DUI, the DMV can also suspend your license if you are deemed a negligent operator under California law. When you first get your driver’s license, you are chock full of information about the driving code and the rules that...

The Rising Blood Alcohol Content Defense

by | Nov 11, 2016 | Uncategorized

Chemical tests measure blood alcohol content at the time the test was taken — not when you were driving. California law is strict when it comes to driving under the influence. If you are arrested on suspicion of DUI and your blood alcohol content (BAC) is .08 percent...

How A DUI Impacts Your Commercial License

by | Nov 9, 2016 | Uncategorized

The law sets strict limits and sets harsh punishments for anyone with a commercial driver’s license who drinks and drives. Across California, we rely on truck drivers and others with commercial drivers’ licenses (CDLs) to move goods, get our kids to school, transport...

Diabetes and DUI

by | Nov 4, 2016 | Uncategorized

Diabetes can trick an officer into thinking that you are intoxicated — and even result in a false positive breath test! Diabetes can be incredibly hard to live with, between the need for regular testing, medication and a strict diet.  But if you have diabetes, there...

What A DUI Defense Lawyer Can Do For You

by | Nov 3, 2016 | Uncategorized

A DUI has many legal and non-legal consequences that can have a seriously negative impact on your life. In California, the police and the legislature are cracking down on drunk driving.  Governor Jerry Brown recently signed a new bill that would make ignition...

DUI of Pain Pills

by | Nov 1, 2016 | Uncategorized

You may need painkillers to cope with chronic pain — but if you drive while under the influence of these drugs, you may find yourself facing criminal charges. If you’re like many Americans, you may be living with chronic pain.  Whether it’s from an illness or injury,...

How A DUI Impacts Your Car Insurance

by | Oct 28, 2016 | Uncategorized

In addition to legal penalties, a DUI can have many collateral consequences on your life — like losing your car insurance. A California DUI — like DUI convictions in many other states — is a serious offense.  Because of the potential for fatalities, the legislature...

What Is DUI Probation?

by | Oct 27, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you’re convicted of a DUI in California, you will likely be placed on probation.  Read on to learn more about what this means — and how failing to comply with your probation terms can impact your life. If you are convicted of a DUI in California, you will face a...

Why You Need A DUI Defense Lawyer

by | Oct 26, 2016 | Uncategorized

A skilled DUI defense attorney can help to minimize the impact of a DUI conviction on your life. In California and across the nation, the police are cracking down on drunk driving — and they have tough laws to back up their enforcement. If you’re arrested for a DUI in...

Be Careful of Halloween DUIs

by | Oct 25, 2016 | Uncategorized

Halloween is a great weekend to celebrate — but a DUI could be the scariest part of the holiday. Halloween is almost here! With the holiday falling on a Monday this year, we have an entire weekend to celebrate the spookiest of holidays.  People in San Bernardino and...

The Hidden Dangers of Sleeping Pills

by | Oct 24, 2016 | Uncategorized

Sleep medicine may be necessary, but it can be dangerous.  Learn more about how you may be charged with a DUI of sleeping pills. Millions of Americans suffer from insomnia, and many turn to sleep aids to help them catch some ZZZ’s.  While medications to help you sleep...

What To Expect At A DMV Hearing

by | Oct 19, 2016 | Uncategorized

A DMV hearing is an administrative process that can preserve your right to drive before the criminal case is heard. After a California DUI arrest, the police will usually confiscate your license and give you a notice of your right to a hearing.  This notice will serve...

The Probable Cause Requirement In DUI Cases

by | Oct 18, 2016 | Uncategorized

Except during DUI checkpoints, the police must have probable cause to pull you over for a DUI. If you watch TV crime shows, you may be familiar with the term “probable cause.” Perhaps you hear the police discuss probable cause to get a warrant, or see a defense lawyer...

The Danger of Multiple DUIs

by | Oct 16, 2016 | Uncategorized

Multiple DUI convictions carry the risk of jail time, a lengthy license suspension and more. Drunk driving is a serious offense, with a high potential to hurt or even kill other drivers, passengers and pedestrians.  That is why California takes DUI convictions so...

What Happens If Your DUI Causes An Injury

by | Oct 15, 2016 | Uncategorized

If your DUI results in another person being hurt, you could be charged with a felony offense — and be facing years in prison. It is every driver’s worst nightmare: you’re involved in a car accident, and you hurt another person.  What makes an awful situation even...

How To Get a DUI Plea Deal

by | Oct 13, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you have the facts or law on your side, you may be able to make a favorable deal on a California DUI charge. Contrary to popular belief, most legal cases — both criminal and civil — never make it to trial.  In the criminal world, plea bargains are struck in the...

Low Carb Diets and DUIs

by | Oct 12, 2016 | Uncategorized

Diets low in carbohydrates may be healthy — but they can result in production of a chemical compound that causes false positive breathalyzer tests. Millions of Americans are attempting to lose weight at any given point in time — and many of them turn to low carb or...

What Is A Dry Reckless?

by | Oct 11, 2016 | Uncategorized

A dry reckless charge may be a good option for anyone charged with a DUI in California. Being charged with a DUI is a scary prospect and it can be incredibly overwhelming.  But with a smart, aggressive San Bernardino DUI lawyer, you may be able to have that DUI charge...

What Exactly Does a Breath Test Measure?

by | Oct 10, 2016 | Uncategorized

Breath tests measure energy absorbed by certain chemical compounds — which can include substances other than alcohol. It’s a common scene in movies or television: a person is pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving and immediately made to blow into a small portable...

DMV Hearings: What You Need to Know

by | Oct 3, 2016 | Uncategorized

Requesting a DMV hearing is an important step in not only avoiding an automatic license suspension, but getting a preview of the state’s case against you. In California, if you are arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, your license will likely...

Staying Safe On The Road After The Big Game

by | Oct 2, 2016 | Uncategorized

Football games often mean drinking — which means that fans need to make smart choices so that they are not driving under the influence. Fall is here, and with it comes one of our favorite pastimes: watching football! Across Southern California, we have plenty of teams...

Tourists Beware: Out of State DUIs

by | Oct 1, 2016 | Uncategorized

Even if you don’t live in California, getting a DUI here can result in serious consequences. Southern California is a fabulous place for a vacation, with our temperate weather, easy access to beaches, Hollywood attractions, natural beauty and theme parks.  But if you...

When You Hurt Someone While Driving Drunk

by | Sep 26, 2016 | Uncategorized

A DUI is a significant crime — but it has the potential to become even more serious if you hurt someone while driving under the influence. In California, if you are charged with driving under the influence as a first-time offense, it most likely will be charged as a...

How Accurate Are Saliva Swabs?

by | Sep 23, 2016 | Uncategorized

While roadside saliva tests may show the presence of drugs like marijuana in your system, they are not conclusive evidence that you were driving under the influence. In California and a growing number of states across the country, marijuana is legal, either for...

Slow Down: Speed Enhancements in DUI Cases

by | Sep 17, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you’re caught speeding while driving under the influence, you may be hit with additional punishments — but only if the prosecutor can prove each element of the enhancement. If you’re convicted of driving under the influence in California, the penalties will likely...

Your Rights At a DUI Checkpoint

by | Sep 16, 2016 | Uncategorized

Being stopped at a DUI checkpoint does not mean that you have given up your legal rights. It’s every motorist’s nightmare: you have a few drinks at happy hour with some co-workers, and on your way home, you see the flashing lights and traffic that signify a DUI...

Let’s Make A Deal: DUI Plea Bargains

by | Sep 15, 2016 | Uncategorized

Resolving a DUI through a plea deal is a common way of handling these cases.  Whether the charge is dismissed or reduced or the penalties are lessened, an agreement with the prosecutor can often result in a much better outcome for defendants in DUI cases. Most...

How Is A DUI Proven?

by | Sep 14, 2016 | Uncategorized

You’ve been arrested for a DUI, but don’t think that you were actually too intoxicated to drive. How will the prosecutor prove the case? California takes driving under the influence very seriously — and with good cause.  Drunk driving is estimated to cause...

What Happens at DUI School

by | Sep 12, 2016 | Uncategorized

DUI classes are required if you are convicted of driving under the influence in California. The number of classes you have to take will depend on the severity of the offense. Under California law, anyone who is convicted of a DUI or “wet reckless” must attend DUI...

How A DUI Impacts Your Immigration Status

by | Sep 9, 2016 | Uncategorized

In some situations, a DUI conviction may result in severe immigration consequences. including deportation and inadmissibility. America is a melting pot — and perhaps no state highlights our nation’s diversity as well as California.  But if you are in Los Angeles...

DUI Defense: When the Police Make a Mistake

by | Sep 7, 2016 | Uncategorized

California law requires the police to follow strict procedures in collecting breath, blood and urine samples in DUI cases.  If those procedures are not followed, the accuracy of the test results could be challenged. If you’ve been arrested for a DUI, you may think...

What Happens in Criminal Court for a DUI?

by | Sep 7, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you’ve been arrested for a DUI, there are several steps to the criminal court process — which may ultimately include a jury trial. For most people, the thought of going to court is a terrifying idea —particularly if it involves a criminal charge.  While being...

How A DUI Impacts Your Insurance

by | Sep 7, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you’ve been convicted of a DUI, you may face more than jail time.  Car insurance may either be impossible expensive — or impossible to get. Being convicted of a DUI in California carries with it many legal consequences.  From license suspension to possible jail...

Does Uber Reduce the Risk of Drunk Driving?

by | Sep 2, 2016 | Uncategorized

A new study questions whether the popular ride app really has an impact on deaths related to drunk driving. In 2015, Uber released a study in partnership with Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) claiming that its ride-sharing technology led to a significant decrease...

What Is SR 22?

by | Sep 1, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you’ve been convicted of a DUI, you’ll have to prove that you have car insurance before you can get your license back. In California, you are required to carry insurance in order to legally drive a car.  So what happens to your insurance after your license is...

Alternatives to Jail Time for a DUI

by | Aug 16, 2016 | Uncategorized

A tamper-proof device that can detect alcohol in your sweat may be the key to avoiding jail time for Californians with multiple DUI convictions. For anyone who has been convicted of multiple California DUIs, jail time is a very real possibility.  The length of your...

DUI Hit & Runs

by | Aug 15, 2016 | Uncategorized

A prosecutor may charge you with many offenses if you leave the scene of an accident while driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It’s against the law to leave the scene of an accident in California.  If you are involved in an accident, you must immediately...

When Can Your DUI Sentence Be Enhanced?

by | Aug 14, 2016 | Uncategorized

If your DUI involves certain factors, you may be subject to DUI sentencing enhancements. If you look online for the potential penalties for a DUI conviction in California, you will likely find a number of tables that list penalties (jail time, probation, DUI classes,...

How DUI Marijuana Cases Are Proven

by | Aug 13, 2016 | Uncategorized

Chemical tests only reveal that marijuana is in your system — not that your driving was impaired.  This reality can make it hard for a prosecutor to prove that you committed the crime of driving under the influence of marijuana. In California, using marijuana is legal...

What Is DUI Manslaughter?

by | Aug 12, 2016 | Uncategorized

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is dangerous — and can lead to serious consequences if your actions cause the death of another person. One of the most important reasons why California and other states have such strict drunk driving laws is to prevent...

The DMV Process, Explained

by | Aug 10, 2016 | Uncategorized

A DUI arrest leads to two separate processes: the administrative DMV hearing and the criminal case.  Knowing what happens during the DMV process can help you make a better decision about how to proceed with your DUI case. If you’ve been arrested for DUI, you may be...

Don’t Risk It: DUI With A Child In The Car

by | Aug 10, 2016 | Uncategorized

The penalties for DUIs with a child passenger are severe — and may even result in a separate criminal charge. If you’re arrested for a first-time DUI in California, there is a strong likelihood that the offense will be charged as a misdemeanor — unless there is an...

Why Painkillers & Driving Don’t Mix

by | Aug 10, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you drive under the influence of narcotics, you may be arrested for DUI Drugs. If you have a chronic condition, are recovering from surgery, or have any other kind of health issue, you may need to use painkillers.  But even if your doctor has prescribed this...

Felony DUIs: What You Need to Know

by | Aug 9, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you have prior DUI convictions or hurt another person, you find yourself facing a felony DUI charge. If you’ve been charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in California, it will most likely be a misdemeanor offense.  While it is still a serious charge, the...

Getting A Restricted License After a DUI

by | Aug 6, 2016 | Uncategorized

Losing your ability to drive can have many consequences on your life.  Learn how you can get a restricted driver’s license after you have been arrested for DUI. An arrest for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) carries many penalties, from fines to possible jail time to...

What Happens After You Are Arrested for DUI

by | Aug 5, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you’ve been arrested for DUI in California, what happens next depends on just how intoxicated you were — and whether you hire an experienced Upland DUI attorney. If you have been stopped on suspicion of DUI in California, there is a good chance that you will be...

How to Fight Back Against DUI Charges

by | Aug 4, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you’ve been arrested for DUI, learn how you can defend yourself against these charges and minimize the impact of their heavy consequences on your life. In California, if you drive with a blood alcohol content of .08 percent or higher, you may be charged with the...

How You Could Be Charged with DUI Drugs

by | Aug 2, 2016 | Uncategorized

Driving under the influence of drugs carries the same penalties as a DUI charge. Learn more about how you could be charged with DUI Drugs even if you’re only taking legally prescribed medications. In California, it is a crime to drive under the influence of drugs —...

Stiff Penalties for Under 21 DUI

by | Jul 21, 2016 | Uncategorized

California law is harsh on anyone who drives under the influence while under 21.  Learn more about how an Upland DUI attorney can help defend you against these charges. Drinking and driving is a serious offense that can result in jail time, mandatory alcohol classes,...

The Collateral Consequences of a DUI

by | Jul 19, 2016 | Uncategorized

DUIs can result in more than penalties, alcohol classes and a suspended license.  Learn how a DUI can affect your life. In California, a conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) can result in some fairly serious consequences, including possible jail time,...

Study Finds No Basis for Marijuana DUI Laws

by | Jul 16, 2016 | Uncategorized

State laws that criminalize driving under the influence of marijuana are not supported by science, according to a study by AAA. Like many states, California makes it a crime to drive while under the influence of marijuana.  This crime may be punishable by jail time,...

Can Chemical Test Results Be Suppressed?

by | Jul 15, 2016 | Uncategorized

If your blood alcohol has been measured at over the legal limit, a knowledgeable Upland DUI attorney can take steps to challenge the admissibility of this evidence. If you have been stopped for a DUI, the police officer may have required you to submit to a field...

Increased Penalties for Higher BACs

by | Jul 13, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you have been charged with a DUI, you may be subjected to enhanced penalties if your blood alcohol content was way above the legal limit.  You’ll need a top-quality San Bernardino DUI lawyer on your side to fight these increased penalties. Under California law, it...

Are DUI Checkpoints Legal?

by | Jul 12, 2016 | Uncategorized

Although DUI checkpoints may seem like a violation of your rights, they are legal.  Learn more about what you can do if you see a DUI checkpoint. If you’ve been charged with a DUI, you may feel that you were unfairly trapped, whether it was through a targeted...

Boating Under the Influence

by | Jul 8, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you operate a boat or other vessel while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you may be charged with a crime.  In the summer, many Californians take to the water.  What better way to enjoy our beautiful weather than with a day on a boat?  But if you plan to...

Biking Under the Influence

by | Jul 6, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you ride a bike after using drugs or alcohol, you could be charged with Cycling Under the Influence. Throughout the year, people in Orange County can be seen riding their bikes, particularly in towns along the coast.  Biking is a great way to get in shape or to...

How Many Drinks?

by | Jul 5, 2016 | Uncategorized

Estimating your blood alcohol content can be very difficult, leading to DUI charges if you wrongly assume that you are OK to drive.  An experienced Orange County DUI attorney can help you with your case. Many adults enjoy unwinding at the end of a long day with a...

Could I go to jail for underage DUI?

by | Jul 3, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you’ve been arrested for underage DUI, you probably have so many questions swirling around your head: What will happen now? What should I do? Who can help me? What are my parents going to think? What’s going to happen to my future? Is it ruined? Pause – take a deep...

Surprising Statistics about underage DUI

by | Jul 2, 2016 | Uncategorized

There are many surprising statistics about underage DUI. It’s important to be aware of the facts to prevent underage DUI arrests. Many people have no idea that they can be charged with underage DUI if they drive and have any amount of alcohol or drugs in their body....

Prior DUIs: What You Need to Know

by | Jul 2, 2016 | Uncategorized

In California, a 10 year “look-back period” for DUIs can lead to increased penalties.  An experienced Los Angeles County DUI attorney can help if you’ve been charged with a second, third or fourth DUI. California law provides stiff penalties for any DUI conviction,...

DUI Arrests And The Fourth of July

by | Jul 1, 2016 | Uncategorized

This holiday weekend, keep yourself and others safe by avoiding impaired driving. The Fourth of July is almost here, and this year, it falls on a Monday — giving us an entire weekend to celebrate our nation’s independence.  Many people in Orange County and across the...

Shocking Consequences of an Underage DUI

by | Jun 22, 2016 | Uncategorized

Most, if not all, people have no idea about the shocking consequences of underage DUI. You’d think the law would be more lenient on minors who may not know or understand the consequences of drinking and driving, but California underage DUI law is incredibly harsh. If...

Is underage DUI a misdemeanor or felony charge?

by | Jun 15, 2016 | Uncategorized

In most cases, an underage DUI isn’t a misdemeanor or felony charge – it’s an infraction. An infraction doesn’t include the possibility of jail time, and it won’t appear on the minor’s permanent record. But it’s still important to avoid a conviction in every underage...

7 Things You Don’t Know about DUI

by | May 24, 2016 | Uncategorized

Everyone knows the phrase, “Don’t drink and drive.” It’s pretty much pounded into every public school student in middle and high school. But you may not know that DUI cases are a lot more nuanced than this simplistic phrase infers. Here are 7 facts about real DUI...

Check Out Our DUI Calculator

by | May 22, 2016 | Uncategorized

Want to avoid getting arrested for DUI? One the best ways you can avoid it is by using our DUI calculator. You can calculate an estimate of your blood alcohol level based on the kinds and amounts of drinks you’ve had, your weight, gender, and the time it took you to...

Diabetes and DUI: What you should know

by | May 12, 2016 | Uncategorized

Are you a diabetic? Many people throughout the world have diabetes, and it continues to be a growing problem here in the US. According to the American Diabetes Association, in 2012, 29.1 million Americans, which is about 9.3% of the population, had diabetes. Current...

DUI defense attorney in Riverside CA

by | May 2, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you’ve been accused of DUI/DWI in Riverside, CA, don’t just assume that it’s game over for you! You deserve to have an experienced, dedicated DUI defense attorney by your side, fighting for you every step of the way. Whether it’s your first DUI or you already have...

What if I take a medication that affects BAC?

by | Apr 23, 2016 | Uncategorized

There are many factors that can impact BAC (blood alcohol concentration) levels. It’s important to know how alcohol affects your particular body so you can avoid getting a DUI. But there’s one factor that many people overlook – medications. Many medications affect BAC...

DUI defense attorney Vista, CA

by | Apr 21, 2016 | Uncategorized

There are so many great things about Vista, California – from the Moonlight Ampitheatre, The Wave Waterpark, the Art Beat on Main Street, and so much more. It really is a fantastic place to live! But your idyllic hometown can quickly become the scene of a nightmare...

Factors that Affect BAC

by | Apr 18, 2016 | Uncategorized

There are many factors that affect each individual’s BAC (blood alcohol level), according to this Stanford University article. After a few drinks, different people’s bodies react in unique ways, so it’s impossible to predict with absolute certainty what someone’s...

Will a DUI ruin my life?

by | Apr 17, 2016 | Uncategorized

Have you been arrested for DUI? California has some of the harshest DUI laws in the country, so you want to do everything in your power to avoid a conviction. 1st DUI charge Even if a DUI charge is the only negative mark on your record, your life will be affected. No,...

Are blood and breath tests always accurate?

by | Apr 15, 2016 | Uncategorized

You may be surprised to find out what blood and breath tests aren’t always accurate. There are many ways in which blood and breath tests can provide overly high results when measuring intoxication levels. If you’re facing a DUI charge where a key piece of evidence...

What is Admin Per Se?

by | Apr 13, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you know anything about DUI law, you may have run across the term, “Admin per se.” Do you know what it means? Most people don’t. Here’s a quick overview. As always, if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask Attorney Dan Chambers of the Chambers Law Firm....

Los Angeles DUI Defense Lawyer

by | Apr 12, 2016 | Uncategorized

DUI is probably one of the most common criminal charges in Los Angeles, so if you’re facing one, know that you’re not alone. Many people have no idea how much alcohol can result in a DUI charge, and inadvertently get behind the wheel to drive home without realizing...

Orange County DUI defense lawyer

by | Apr 11, 2016 | Uncategorized

There’s so much fun to be had in Orange County, California – at Disneyland, Knott’s Berry Farm, Angel Stadium, the Orange County Fair, and much more. But things can quickly get out of hand and you can end up with a DUI charge. Whether you’re an Orange County resident...

How long will a DUI stay on my record?

by | Apr 7, 2016 | Uncategorized

Getting a DUI is no one’s idea of a good time. It brings serious, immediate repercussions like steep fines, license suspension or revocation, mandatory DUI class attendance, probation, and sometimes even jail time. Long-term DUI consequences But the consequences don’t...

DUI Arrest as a Juvenile

by | Apr 4, 2016 | Uncategorized

How could a minor be arrested for DUI? California has a Zero Tolerance Law that specifies that minors may not have any alcohol in their system when driving. So if a minor is stopped and found to have a blood alcohol level as low as .01%, he or she could be charged...

Undocumented immigrants and DUI

by | Mar 21, 2016 | Uncategorized

Where are you from originally? Mexico, Brazil, Canada, El Salvador, France, Germany, Russia, China? No matter where you were born or how long you’ve been living in the US, if you don’t have proper documentation, you may be deported if you commit certain crimes. This...

DUI Probation Conditions

by | Mar 19, 2016 | Uncategorized

Each DUI case carries with it the possibility of certain penalties, including jail time, fines, probation, required DUI school attendance, license suspension, and maybe even more. Depending on the circumstances of each case, certain penalties may or may not be...

What is implied consent in DUI cases?

by | Mar 17, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you’ve ever been arrested and charged with DUI, or know someone who has, you’re probably aware that there are so many legal terms that may be confusing to those who aren’t familiar with California DUI laws. One of these terms that we at the Chambers Law Firm would...

Pondering Plea Bargains

by | Mar 16, 2016 | Uncategorized

Lots of people have heard of plea bargains, either from the news, crime shows, or friends’ cases, but many of us have only a vague notion of what they are. No worries! We at the Chambers Law Firm are on a mission to help people like you understand the criminal justice...

How much does a DUI cost me?

by | Mar 15, 2016 | Uncategorized

When most people go out to a party or club for a few drinks with their friends, they’re just thinking about having a good time. When the bill comes and it’s time to split the check, everybody throws in their credit cards to split the cost. Your friends are low-key and...

Truckers: What you need to know about DUI

by | Mar 12, 2016 | Uncategorized

If you’re a truck driver, it’s important that you’re aware that if you’re arrested and convicted of a DUI, the consequences will be even harsher than they would normally be. Those who hold commercial driver licenses are held to higher standards because of the...

Got a DUI while on vacation in California?

by | Mar 11, 2016 | Uncategorized

California is an excellent vacation spot. There’s so much to do in Southern California alone – from the sunny beaches, gorgeous parks, fantastic mountains, multifaceted cuisine – not to mention Disneyland! There are so many fantastic attractions that draw millions of...

Difference between DUI, OUI, and DWI

by | Mar 10, 2016 | Uncategorized

Have you ever wondered what the differences between DUI, OUI, and DWI are? They’re terms that are often mentioned in the context of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, but they’re not specifically defined very frequently. If you recently got arrested for...

DUI FAQs

by | Feb 26, 2016 | Uncategorized

While just about everyone has heard of a DUI charge, many people aren’t really aware of what a DUI entails, its potential consequences, and other essential information about DUIs. At the Chambers Law Firm, we’re committed to providing helpful information to all our...

Welcome to Our New Website

by | Oct 1, 2015 | Uncategorized

Check back soon for more blog posts Welcome to our new website. Everything has been completed revamped and redesigned to serve your needs better. We hope you’ll enjoy exploring this new, user-friendly site. We’ve made an effort to provide comprehensive information...
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