1. Failure to hire an experienced DUI defense lawyer: DUI laws are complex and hiring a lawyer not experienced in the field of DUI can be costly to your defense. You need to hire a fierce DUI lawyer who is skilled in handling DUI cases, is qualified to administer field sobriety tests, and knows how to challenge blood [...]
More than two months after four United States Senators sent a letter pleading with Google, RIM, and Apple to remove DUI Checkpoint applications, Apple has decided to succumb to the pressure and comply. RIM, the maker of Blackberry, responded almost immediately to these senators’ request by banning these applications back in March 2011. Apple; however, just updated [...]
California DUI checkpoints have stringent guidelines that they are required to adhere to set forth by the California Supreme Court in Igersoll vs. Palmer. If the police do not follow the guidelines set forth in Ingersoll vs. Palmer, the checkpoint is deemed unlawful. In other words, any evidence gathered prior to your DUI arrest at an unlawful [...]
Have you or someone you loved been arrested for DUI in Moreno Valley? If you answered yes to this question, it is critical that you contact a competent Moreno Valley DUI defense attorney to review your case. An experienced Moreno Valley DUI attorney will provide you with the superior representation that you deserve. A DUI conviction in [...]
Generally, most states treat DUIs as a serious offense, but California can be particularly strict when it comes to alcohol consumption and DUI offenders who are on probation. In these cases, California has what is known as a “Zero Tolerance” policy, which states that any measurable amount of alcohol in the blood is enough to result in [...]
A new law under consideration called “The Roads Safe Act” would allow an alcohol detector to be put in every car standard like airbags and a radio. The device would allow six violations before stalling the car. The device would be calibrated to 0.03 percent and at this level would trigger a violation. As of [...]
Many California motorists are unaware of a pilot program, AB 91, which went into effect July 1, 2010 that forces first-time DUI offenders convicted in Los Angeles, Sacramento, Alameda and Tulare counties to install ignition interlock devices (IIDs) in their vehicles for a five month period. Second-time convicted DUI offenders in these counties are required to install [...]
The “Avoid the 100,” anti DUI campaign is currently in full force to remove drunk drivers from the road and making drivers think twice before getting behind the wheel after a few cocktails. This campaign started on December 16, 2011 and will remain in effect until January 1, 2012. During this time period the task force has [...]
Charged With a First Offense DUI? Being charged with driving under the influence is a serious offense. First, it is important to note that there are typically two license suspensions involved with a DUI arrest. The first license suspension results from not requesting an APS hearing within 10 days of the date of arrest, or by losing [...]
Out of state drivers who have been arrested and charged for a DUI in Southern California face the same legal penalties as a driver licensed by the State of California. There are many steps involved in both the Court and DMV processes which can prove very challenging for out of state drivers; the special circumstances involved require the expertise [...]
