What Is The Legal Limit For Driving Under The Influence?
What Is The Legal Limit For Driving Under The Influence?
What Is The Legal Limit For Driving Under The Influence? Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense with severe consequences in California. If you're facing a DUI charge, it's crucial to understand the legal limits and the intricacies of the law. This blog post aims to shed light on what constitutes driving under the influence in California, the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limits, the penalties involved, and…
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What Can Happen To Me If I Was Arrested For A DUI And The Police Officer Took My Driver’s License?
What Can Happen To Me If I Was Arrested For A DUI And The Police Officer Took My Driver's License? ________________________________ Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Southern California. You can be found guilty if the prosecutor can prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you were operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of…
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California DUI Laws | Exploring PC 23152
California DUI Laws | Exploring PC 23152 Are you familiar with the DUI laws in California? If not, don't worry. In this document, we'll give you a brief overview of these laws, including what the prosecutor must prove for a conviction, penalties, possible defenses, and how a defense attorney can help. Choosing Wallin & Klarich to represent your case puts you in a better position to receive the best outcome…
Read MoreDUI Checkpoints in Irvine: Your Rights and How to Handle Them
DUI Checkpoints in Irvine: Your Rights and How to Handle Them DUI checkpoints are legal in California and are used to deter and catch intoxicated drivers. They are typically set up in areas with high rates of drunk driving accidents or during holidays and special events when there may be an increase in alcohol consumption. Choosing Wallin & Klarich to represent your case puts you in a better position to…
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Are Breathalyzers Accurate? What Else Can Be Used? Barstow Criminal Defense Attorney Weighs In
Are Breathalyzers Accurate? What Else Can Be Used? If you've ever been pulled over for a suspected DUI in California, chances are you were asked to take a breathalyzer test. These devices have become a common tool used by law enforcement officers to determine if someone is driving under the influence of alcohol. But how exactly do breathalyzers work? And why are they so widely used in California and other…
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Vehicular Manslaughter vs. Vehicular Homicide
Vehicular Manslaughter vs. Vehicular Homicide In California, the difference between vehicular manslaughter and vehicular homicide lies in a few legal nuances. Vehicular manslaughter is defined as an unlawful killing that took place due to negligence or criminal recklessness. In other words, if the driver was behaving negligently or recklessly when a fatal accident occurred, they can be found liable for vehicular manslaughter. On the other hand, vehicular homicide is defined…
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How Does Double Jeopardy Work in California DUI Cases?
Double jeopardy is a constitutional right that guarantees that once you are found not guilty of a certain crime, you may not be tried again for the same offense. However, double jeopardy works differently in DUI cases. Continue reading to learn how double jeopardy is applied to California DUI cases, and contact our attorneys at Wallin & Klarich today to see how we can help protect your rights. What Is…
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Orange County Manslaughter DUI Conviction
Orange County Manslaughter DUI Conviction If you are arrested and charged with DUI in Orange County, you need to take it seriously. There are significant penalties that you may face, especially if someone was killed in a car crash due to driving under the influence. In California, this type of criminal charge is called “vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated.” Without proper representation, you could be facing significant jail time, long probation…
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DUI Consequences for Commercial DUI Charges
DUI Consequences for Commercial DUI Charges In California, there are three types of commercial driver’s licenses A, B, and C. A Commercial A license is based on weight and allows the holder to operate a vehicle with a gross combination of weight totaling 26,000 pounds. A Commercial B license is again based on weight; however, the cargo being towed may not exceed 10,000 pounds. Finally, a commercial C license allows…
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Can I Get Credit for California DUI Classes in Another State?
Can I Get Credit for California DUI Classes in Another State? Our clients often ask us for guidance in how to manage their lives following a conviction for a crime. One subject that frequently arises is how to deal with a conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) in California while living in another state. A common question is: Do classes that I took in California, where my DUI charge…
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