3 Ways You Can Be Charged with Felony DUI
3 Ways You Can Be Charged with Felony DUI
3 Ways You Can Be Charged with Felony DUI In most cases, you will be charged with a misdemeanor if you are accused of DUI. However, there are specific instances in which you could face the serious consequences of a felony DUI charge in California. Our skilled DUI defense lawyers at Wallin & Klarich have been successfully defending clients charged with felony DUI for more than 35 years. Let’s take…
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Are Field Sobriety Tests Voluntary?
Are Field Sobriety Tests Voluntary? Seeing those flashing red, white and blue lights appear behind you while you’re driving is a nerve-wracking experience. Your mind may begin to race with thoughts like, “Was I speeding? Did I miss a stop sign? Is my taillight out?” With so much going through your mind, you may not be able to think clearly. So, when an officer asks you to step out of…
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Penalties for Boating Under the Influence (California Harbors and Navigation Code 655)
Penalties for Boating Under the Influence (California Harbors and Navigation Code 655) Most people know that they can be convicted of a crime for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. However, many people do not realize that it is also illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you could…
Read MoreDUI Arrests Rise on Thanksgiving and Holiday Season
DUI Arrests Rise on Thanksgiving and Holiday Season Whether you’re having a glass of wine with your Thanksgiving turkey and ham or enjoying eggnog on Christmas morning, holiday celebrations often involve the consumption of alcohol. However, before you drink too many holiday spirits, you need to know that DUI arrests rise during the holiday season. Our experienced DUI defense lawyers have more than 35 years of experience defending clients facing…
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A Police Officer Must Have a Legal Right to Pull You Over
A Police Officer Must Have a Legal Right to Pull You Over Police officers cannot pull you over in your vehicle just because they feel like it. In order for you to be pulled over lawfully, the police must have reasonable cause. So, what exactly is reasonable cause and how does it apply when you are pulled over for a DUI? What is Reasonable Cause? It is unlawful for a…
Read MoreAre DUI Checkpoints Legal?
Are DUI Checkpoints Legal? Almost all of us have experienced it. You’re driving home on a Saturday night and you see a line of cars stopped at a DUI checkpoint. At these checkpoints, cars are stopped by law enforcement in random order without any reasonable suspicion. But the Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, so how are DUI checkpoints legal? Do DUI Checkpoints Violate Fourth Amendment Rights? The…
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Punishment for DUI for Commercial Drivers (VC 23152(d))
Punishment for DUI for Commercial Drivers (VC 23152(d)) A conviction for driving under the influence can have serious consequences for any driver. However, if your employment involves driving, a DUI can mean more than just jail time or fines. It can also mean the end of your career. DUI for Commercial Drivers (VC 23152(d)) For non-commercial drivers, you are presumed to have been driving under the influence if you have…
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How Attorneys Defend Those Charged with DUI Causing Injury (VC 23153)
How Attorneys Defend Those Charged with DUI Causing Injury (VC 23153) Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is by itself a serious crime, but if your driving under the influence causes an injury or death to another person, you can be punished more severely. If you are facing charges of DUI causing injury under California Vehicle Code Section 23153, you might think you have no defense. However, an…
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What is the Punishment for DUI Causing Injury? (VC 23153)
What is the Punishment for DUI Causing Injury? (VC 23153) In order to convict you of DUI causing injury under California Vehicle Code Section 23153, the prosecution must prove all of the following elements: You operated a vehicle You were under the influence of alcohol, drugs or both while operating the vehicle While operating the vehicle, you committed an illegal act or neglected to perform a legal duty, and Your…
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4 Steps to Getting a Restricted License After a DUI Conviction
4 Steps to Getting a Restricted License After a DUI Conviction Although driving is a privilege, it’s almost a necessity in southern California. Being stripped of your driving privileges could prevent you from being employed or attending school. That is why being convicted of DUI and having your license suspended as a result could be devastating. However, you may be able to obtain a restricted license that allows you to…
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