DUI Law
I Got a DUI – What do I do Now?
First, get emotionally prepared Getting arrested for a DUI can be a traumatic experience for most people. Getting arrested for a DUI can leave the arrested person with deep and conflicting feelings that can range from humiliation, fear, shame, regret, and even anger; the arrested person can experience depression and even self-loathing. Feelings of desperation and simply not knowing what to do next are common. […]
DUI Defense Checklist
A DUI can happen to anyone. – A DUI arrest can happen to anyone. Thousands of people are arrested for DUI each month throughout the State of California. Although each DUI arrest is unique in its specific details and circumstances, the following is a typical DUI arrest scenario. Note that men and women are equally arrested for DUI every day. The use of the pronouns ‘he/him/his’ below are used for writing clarity, however they refer to all genders. […]
Twelve Tips to Avoid a DUI Conviction
The holiday season is upon us, and with it usually comes a lot of good cheer. Family and friends get together to enjoy each other’s company and celebrate the season. Office parties are a plenty during this festive time of year. There always seems to be plenty of food and spirits available for everyone to enjoy. […]
What are My Rights During a Traffic Stop?
People often ask, “what are my rights if I get stopped by the police?” Provide Driver License, Car Registration, Proof of Insurance: First of all, the officer will likely ask to see your car registration, your driver license and proof of insurance. By law, you are obligated to provide those items to the officer. But other than that, you don’t have any obligations to answer the officer’s questions or to do anything else for that matter. […]
What is a DUI Conviction?
A DUI conviction means that you’ve been found guilty of either (1) driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, or you’ve been found guilty of driving with a .08% or more blood alcohol concentration. To be convicted, you either plead guilty at the Arraignment stage of the case, or you plead guilty during the pre-trial stage of the case, or a jury found you guilty after a Trial, meaning that the jurors determined that the government had proved their case against you beyond a reasonable doubt. […]
What are the Penalties for A DUI in California?
People often ask “what are the penalties for a DUI? First, you need to know that the term ‘DUI’ is a generic term for ‘driving under the influence’. In California, a DUI is broken down into the following charges, and a conviction of either of them is a DUI conviction: […]
How do I get a DUI Dropped? You Fight it!
Getting arrested does not necessarily mean you are Guilty. The fact that you got arrested for a DUI can’t be changed; however, the goal now should be to do whatever you can to not get convicted of a DUI. […]
What are the Costs Associated with a DUI?
Most people are aware of the dangers of drinking and driving. The increased risk of injuring yourself and others in an auto accident should be more than enough to deter everyone from driving under the influence (DUI). In addition, there are other costs associated with a DUI conviction. […]
Will a DUI Conviction Show Up in a Background Check?
Many people ask if a DUI conviction will appear on a back ground check. The answer is probably Yes. Different types of information may be included in an official background check from various sources; these may include driving records, criminal records, court records, etc. When applying for any job, it is usually best to tell the truth on employment applications. While employers may overlook the admittance of a DUI conviction, being caught in a lie may likely remove the applicant from consideration for the job. […]
What Happens in Court When Arrested for DUI?
When you are arrested for an alcohol related DUI (VC23152(b)), there are two separate and independent proceedings that are going to happen. First, the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Driver Safety Office will take action against your driving privilege by trying to suspend your driver license. You have 10 days from the date of arrest to request a hearing with the DMV to contest the suspension. Note that if you are arrested for a drug related DUI (VC23152(f)) (no alcohol) the DMV will take no immediate action against your driving privilege. But if you are [...]
