DUI Law
Can you rent a car with a DUI on my record?
The answer to whether you can rent a car with a DUI is maybe. Because it really depends on your particular situation, it depends on the rental car company. Rental car companies, keep in mind, are private organizations so they have their own policies as to who they rent cars to. […]
Can I get a DUI while on a horse?
You can get a DUI while you’re riding a horse on a roadway. There’s a statute in California that basically says that if you are riding any animal on the roadway, then you have the same rights as a person who’s driving a motor vehicle. You also have the same responsibilities. […]
Can a Palm Springs DUI be a felony?
Many people ask me, can a DUI be a felony? A DUI can be a felony. It really depends on what the circumstances of your DUI. For instance, if you have three prior DUI convictions and this new DUI is a fourth DUI within 10 years, this will be filed as a felony. Under the law, technically it’s what’s called a wobbler which means that the prosecutor does have the option to file it as a misdemeanor but more than likely, they are going to file it as a felony because that’s just what they [...]
Can I get a DUI on a bicycle?
It may seem like a strange question, but can I get a DUI on a bicycle? In California, you can get a DUI on a bicycle. Basically, you cannot ride a bicycle on the roadway while you are under the influence of alcohol and or drugs. The penalties compared to driving while under the influence are a little less because obviously, you are on a bicycle. […]
Is a Wet Reckless Better than a DUI?
If you’ve been arrested and charged with a DUI in the Southern California, you should take these charges seriously as you could be facing jail time, fines, and suspension of your driving privileges. Fortunately, if you decide to work with an experienced DUI Defense Lawyer, it is possible to have your charges reduced or even dismissed. […]
I got a DUI – what do I do?
First, get emotionally prepared. Getting arrested for a DUI can be an embarrassing and traumatic experience for most people. Getting arrested for DUI can leave the arrested person with deep and conflicting feelings that range from fear, shame, regret, and anger; the arrested person can experience depression, desperation and even self-loathing. […]
I Got Arrested for a DUI, Do I need an SR-22 now?
I Got Arrested for a DUI, Do I need an SR-22 now? Why am I getting phone calls from sales people trying to sell me SR-22 certificates? Lately, this is a question I’ve been hearing often. The answer is NO, at least NOT YET, and perhaps NEVER. […]
Is DUI Prosecution Influenced by Politics?
There is a certain group of people, whether they are members of law enforcement or other government players, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), etc., that in essence want to see prohibition again, where it is illegal to drink alcohol, period. […]
Under Age 21 DUI Arrest
Why Fight Under 21 Alcohol Arrest?: Most under age 21 alcohol arrests are for .01 blood alcohol concentration or greater. In most of these arrests, the officer relies on an antiquated breath machine that uses fuel cell technology. There are many factors that can affect the accuracy of the result from a fuel cell device. It is essential that you have an expert DUI defense lawyer who has expertise with these breath machines defend you. […]
Myths About DUI
Myth #1: It is illegal to drink and drive.:The Truth: It is NOT illegal to drink and then drive in California. It IS illegal to drive a vehicle while “under the influence” of alcohol and/or drugs (Vehicle Code 23152(a)). It is also illegal to drive a vehicle while having a blood alcohol concentration of .08 percent or more. (Vehicle Code 23152(b)). […]
