When it comes to DUIs, it’s important to know that there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Each case is unique, and the circumstances revolving your arrest – though they may be like others – are unique. The answer to whether you can beat a DUI without an attorney depends on many individual factors. In most cases…Read More
What happens when you’re arrested for a DUI in the state of California? That’s a reasonable – and very common – question. Although each situation is different, most DUI cases follow a certain process. By standardizing DUI situations, courts try to provide expedient, efficient service to those who have been arrested. Here’s a look at…Read More
For many people, every aspect of a DUI is scary. From the moment a person sees the red and blue flashing lights, to the day they’re standing before a judge, the process is often quite frightening. While that initial moment tends to leave a lasting impression on people who are pulled over, the next step…Read More
Getting a DUI is high on the list of traumatic life experiences. Not only is there stress from the legal and financial ramifications of your actions, it’s common to experience guilt and anxiety too. If you’ve been arrested for DUI, there are many things that hold equal importance to sorting out the charges with a…Read More
Contrary to popular belief, avoiding a DUI isn’t always a matter of dumb luck. If you are going to consume alcohol and drive a vehicle, you should know how to minimize your risk of arrest. Here are 6 tips to reduce your risk of DUI Drive safely Keep your paperwork in order Know your rights…Read More
According to a study by AAA, driving tired increases the risk of an automobile accident and can even be comparable to drunk driving. Through awareness about the frequency of drowsy driving and understanding the predictors that increase your risks, we can begin to decrease sleep-related accidents across the country. Statistics on Drowsy Driving From the…Read More
Many people who are arrested for DUI have never been in a similar situation before. If you’ve recently been charged with DUI, this may even be the first time you’ve been in trouble with the law. As such, some of the terminology may sound foreign and confusing. One word you’ll likely hear frequently in the…Read More
Police officers are humans; as such, they can make mistakes. When they suspect a person of driving under the influence, for instance, they may have preemptively decided which factors will determine a person’s guilt or innocence. This inherent need to separate right from wrong can cloud a person’s ability to judge the situation based on…Read More
With the recent passage of California Proposition 64, it is now legal for adults to possess and consume cannabis in the state. Though you no longer need to have a medical recommendation, many state officials have taken swift action to ensure recreational marijuana is safe for the user and others around them. Learn about the…Read More
If a police officer pulls you over and charges you with DUI, there are certain procedures and protocols that he or she must abide by. Many of these requirements fall under a set of rules known as Title 17 of the California Code of Regulations. In short, Title 17 dictates how blood tests, breath tests,…Read More
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