Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense with potentially severe consequences. In order to protect public safety, law enforcement officers have the authority to arrest individuals suspected of DUI. However, the legal principle of "probable cause" serves...
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Blood Alcohol Levels and Impairment: Understanding the Impact
Alcohol consumption is a prevalent aspect of social gatherings and celebrations in many cultures. While moderate drinking is generally considered acceptable, it is crucial to understand the potential risks associated with excessive alcohol consumption. One of the key...
Risk Management Strategies for Defendants in Plea Bargaining
Navigating the legal system can be a daunting experience, especially for defendants facing criminal charges. One option that is often presented to defendants is plea bargaining, a negotiation process in which the defendant agrees to plead guilty to a lesser charge or...
The Evolution of DUI Laws Since the First Automobiles
Driving under the influence (DUI) laws have been in place for several decades in the United States. DUI laws are designed to discourage and penalize individuals who drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. These laws have a long and complex history,...
DUI Is a Serious Offense – Even on a Lawnmower!
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense that can have disastrous consequences for both the driver and innocent bystanders. DUI arrests are becoming increasingly common in many parts of the world, and the penalties for being convicted of a DUI can be...
DUI field sobriety tests do not include reciting the alphabet backwards
When police suspect a driver is impaired by drugs or alcohol, they typically administer field sobriety tests. These tests are supposed to help the officer determine whether you are impaired for purpose of driving. These "field sobriety tests" (FSTs) can be helpful...
INSTEAD OF A DUI, FLY TO CABO FOR A WEEK ON THE BEACH – IT’S CHEAPER
Just a reminder of the cost of a DUI so maybe you'll think twice before drinking and getting behind the wheel. Cabo is a lot more fun, the weather is warm, the hotels are awesome and the margaritas are cold. Of course the alternative with a DUI is - it will cost you...
Don’t End Up Adding Your “Celly” to Your Christmas Dinner Plans
Be Prepared for Holiday Ramped-up DUI Enforcement During holidays and special events, law enforcement agencies across California ramp up their efforts to stop and arrest drivers under the influence of drugs and alcohol. More officers are assigned DUI enforcement...
Importance of Contacting a DUI Defense Attorney ASAP
A conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) in California result in significant consequences. Drivers risk losing their driving privileges, in addition to facing possible jail time or volunteer work, probation, hefty fines, educational programs and more. These...
Drug busts: Looking beyond the numbers
When it comes to stories about drug busts, the focus is typically on the numbers. How many people did the police arrest? How many drugs were involved? How many charges are those involved facing? How many agencies played a role in the bust? In the eyes of law...
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