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FONTANA, CALIFORNIA DUI CHECKPOINT RESULTS IN MULTIPLE ARRESTS

DUI Defense Attorney — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 22:11:13 +0000

Fontana police made 11 arrests, impounded 91 vehicles and issued 121 traffic citations during a DUI checkpoint on Valley Blvd. that started at 6 p.m. ON 9/10/10 and lasted through 1:30 a.m. ON 9/11/10. Five arrests were for California driving under the influence, two were for felony drug charges and four were for outstanding warrants, according to a news release from the Fontana Police Department. Police screened 1,918 vehicles and stopped 167 at the checkpoint, located between Palmetto and Alder avenues on Valley Blvd. Vehicles were impounded for various reasons including driving without a license, the news release said.
DUI checkpoints are becoming more common and are an easy way for police to make multiple arrest for DUI and other various crimes such as driving on a suspended license. DUI checkpoints do have a number of guidelines that must be followed in order for them to be lawful. If you or a loved one has been arrested for DUI at a DUI checkpoint it is imperative that you consult with a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney to analyze your case. A Dui conviction can lead to probation, a drivers license suspension, or even jail time.
The law offices of Wallin & Klarich have been helping people facing criminal charges in California for over 30 years. If you or a loved one are fighting a criminal case then don’t hesitate to contact our offices for a free consultation. You’ll be glad you did. Call 800-749-0034 Now!

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Police Arrest Woman on Suspicion of Drunk Driving after Hitting Parked Truck – California Vehicle Code Section 23152

DUI Defense Attorney — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 22:03:57 +0000

It was recently reported in the OC Register that a woman was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving after she crashed into a parked pickup truck in front of a police cruiser. Jennifer Bowman, 36, was driving a black Acura when she crashed into a Toyota pickup. The parked truck suffered major damage in the collision.
Bowman will most likely be charged with driving under the influence. Under California Vehicle Code Section 23152, it is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug, to drive a vehicle. The person can also be charged with a DUI if he or she was driving while having a BAC of 0.08% or more.

A first time conviction for a DUI can be punished by imprisonment in county jail for up to six months. The court will also issue a fine and suspend the driver’s driving privileges.

If you or a loved one is facing a charge for drunk driving, it is important that you speak with an experienced Los Angeles DUI attorney. At Wallin & Klarich, our Orange County DUI attorneys have over 30 years of experience. Our attorneys are highly knowledgeable in the most up-to-date DUI laws and will aggressively fight to get you the best possible result in your case. Call us today at (888) 280-6839 or contact us through our website at www.wklawdui.com. We will be there when you call.

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California Supreme Court Ruing Allows a Defendant Charged With Driving Under the Influence to Challenge Breathalyzer Results – California Vehicle Code 23152

DUI Defense Attorney — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 21:42:58 +0000

In a recent ruling, the California Supreme Court found that those individuals charged with driving under the influence could challenge blood-alcohol findings based on the possible inaccuracies of Breathalyzer results. This ruling by the Supreme Court may potentially diminish the prosecution’s case against those charged with driving under the influence.

California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (b) states “it is unlawful for any person who has 0.08 percent or more, by weight, of alcohol in his or her blood to drive a vehicle.” Under current California law, a suspected drunk-driver is required to submit either a blood test, which measures the amount of alcohol in the blood, or a Breathalyzer test.

The California Supreme Court held that the formula for converting breath to blood-alcohol levels might, in some cases be inaccurate. The court considered various factors that could be raised to challenge the results of a Breathalyzer test in defending a charge of driving under the influence.

If you or a loved one have been charged with a crime, it is imperative that you hire an aggressive and experienced criminal defense attorney. Hiring an experienced Southern California DUI criminal defense attorney can greatly increase your chances of keeping your freedom, and ensuring you get the best possible result in your case. With over 30 years of experience, our attorneys will examine your case and fight for you. Call us at 888-764-2615 or go to our website at www.wklaw.com for more information. We will be there when you call.

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What You Need to Know About Open Container Laws in California: California Vehicle Code Sections 23221 and 23222(a)

DUI Defense Attorney — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 11:00:21 +0000

In California it is a crime to have an open alcoholic container in your vehicle while you are driving. Sections 23221 and 23222(a) define the open container law in California. Section 23221(a) states that no driver shall drink any alcoholic beverage while in a motor vehicle upon a highway. Section 23221(b) states that no passenger shall drink any alcoholic beverage while in a motor vehicle on a highway. Finally, Section 23222(a) states that no person shall have in his or her possession on his or her person, while driving a motor vehicle upon a highway or on lands, any bottle, can, or other receptacle, containing any alcoholic beverage which has been opened, or a seal broken, or the contents of which have been partially removed.

The practical implication of these laws is to make it illegal for anyone in a vehicle to have an open alcoholic container. Containers can be anything from a cup to a flask. The only way to avoid a citation for this is to place any open alcoholic containers in the trunk of your vehicle, where they cannot be accessed by anyone in the vehicle. Drivers should be particularly careful when transporting bottles of liquor or wine in which the seal has been broken or uncorked.

If you or a loved one has been cited for having an open container in your vehicle, you should call an experienced Southern California criminal defense attorney at Wallin & Klarich immediately. Our attorneys have the skills and expertise to provide you with the best possible defense. The experienced attorneys at Wallin & Klarich are well versed in the open container laws and quickly respond to our client’s needs. Contact our aggressive attorneys today by calling 888-764-2615 or visit www.wklaw.com for more information. We will be there when you call.

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Gross Vehicular Manslaughter While Intoxicated

DUI Defense Attorney — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 11:00:37 +0000

San Diego 10 News.com reported that a woman entered a plea of not guilty to gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated. The woman was allegedly driving along a street in Poway when she veered off into the bike lane, onto a curb, and hit a mother of two who was walking along the side of the road. The woman who was hit, a pedestrian, was killed. The accused woman is suspected of being under the influence of depressants.

Vehicular manslaughter is defined as a crime that results in the unintentional death of a person while driving a vehicle in an illegal manner. If the charge also includes gross negligence, then the definition includes driving with extreme recklessness and no concern for the well-being of others. This crime is a felony and penalties for a conviction can be up to 10 years in prison.

If you or a loved one is currently facing a charge of gross vehicular manslaughter, it is vital to contact an experienced Criminal Defense attorney. At Wallin and Klarich, we have knowledgeable Southern California vehicular manslaughter defense attorneys throughout Southern California who will work to provide you with the best defense. We will help your through the complex criminal court system. Call us at 1-888-764-2615 or visit our website at www.wklawdui.com