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?
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…
Read MoreCalifornia 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…
Read MoreAre 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…
Read MoreVehicular 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…
Read MoreAm I Entitled to a Trial by Jury for DUI?
If you’ve been charged with driving under the influence, you may be wondering what comes next. For many people, a trial by jury may seem daunting. For others, a trial by jury may provide a chance for you to defend yourself to a jury of your peers. Continue reading to learn whether you can demand a jury trial in a California DUI case and how the trial process works. Can…
Read MoreConsequences of an Open Container Violation
California Vehicle Code 23222 In most cities in the United States, drinking on the streets is prohibited. California law makes it illegal to possess or consume an open container of alcohol in public places. If someone is caught with an open container on the streets, he may be given a ticket. However, the penalties may be more severe if the open container is in an automobile. Under California Vehicle Code…
Read MoreDriving Under the Influence: How Your Blood Alcohol Concentration Affects Your Case
Driving Under the Influence: How Your Blood Alcohol Concentration Affects Your Case What is a BAC? What is the legal BAC in the state of California? The abbreviation BAC stands for “blood alcohol concentration” and it refers to the amount of alcohol in a person’s bloodstream. In the state of California, the legal limit is 0.08% to operate a moving vehicle. If you are caught driving with BAC higher than…
Read MoreIF I AM STOPPED FOR A DUI SHOULD I TAKE THE TESTS THE OFFICER ASKS ME TO TAKE?
IF I AM STOPPED FOR A DUI SHOULD I TAKE THE TESTS THE OFFICER ASKS ME TO TAKE? In most cases, the answer is NO. If you have been drinking alcohol or have used any type of drug in the hours prior to you being stopped you do not want to provide possible “evidence” to the officer to give him “probable cause” to arrest you. Generally, when a driver is…
Read MoreWhat Are Your Rights if Stopped at a DUI Checkpoint on Halloween Night?
What Are Your Rights if Stopped at a DUI Checkpoint on Halloween Night? If you're out driving California streets and roads on Halloween night, about the only thing that might be scarier than running into a ghost or goblin is encountering the dreaded California DUI Checkpoint and the prospect of spending a night in jail if you've been celebrating the holiday with your favorite pumpkin brew. Are these things even…
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