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…
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What are Ignition Interlock Devices? Can They be Court-Ordered?
What are Ignition Interlock Devices? Can They be Court-Ordered? Ignition Interlock Devices (IIDs) are a type of breathalyzer that is installed in a vehicle to prevent drunk driving. They work by requiring the driver to blow into the device before starting the car, and if their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is above a certain level, the car will not start. Choosing Wallin & Klarich to represent your case puts you…
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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When Providing Alcohol to a Minor Causes Collision
When Providing Alcohol to a Minor Causes Collision California Business and Professions Code Section 25658 Under California Business and Professions Code Section 25658, every person who sells, furnishes, or gives any alcoholic beverage to any person under 21 years of age is guilty of a misdemeanor. In the United States, the minimum legal drinking age is 21 years. According to research, a relatively high legal drinking age of 21 has…
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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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Will Dash Cam Footage Hurt or Help Your DUI Case?
Will Dash Cam Footage Hurt or Help Your DUI Case? In the National Football League, coaches have the ability to throw a red flag to challenge a call on a play that just happened, and to ask the referee to review the video to clarify whether the correct decision was made. In some cases, an overturned call has drastically changed the outcome of a game, and the fortunes of the…
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