What Happens When Someone Dies as the Result of a DUI Accident?
Oct 15, 2014
When someone dies as the result of a DUI accident, the consequences can be severe. DUI drivers involved in fatal collisions and their family members are understandingly very concerned about exactly wh...
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How do I terminate my probation early?
Oct 13, 2014
During the time the defendant is on probation, he or she has the ability to make a motion to terminate probation early....
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DUI Speed Enhancements
Oct 08, 2014
There are a variety of penalty enhancements that can significantly increase the punishment imposed for a DUI conviction. California Speed Enhancement One of the enhancements that carries the most seve...
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DUI Refusals
Oct 06, 2014
Under the law, all drivers in the State of California (whether they have valid California driver's licenses or not) are deemed to have given implied consent to submit to chemical testing when requeste...
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Exhibition of Speed Versus DUI Charge
Oct 01, 2014
At first glance, this may appear to have nothing to do with the offense of DUI and driving under the influence. However, in certain circumstances, a prosecutor may agree to reduce a DUI charge and all...
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DUI penalties for having children in the vehicle
Oct 01, 2014
While Driving While Under the Influence is a criminal offense on its own, having children in the vehicle is an aggravating factor that will increase the penalties on any DUI conviction. Child Endanger...
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Driving and Prescription Drugs
Sep 24, 2014
While it is generally understood that driving while under the influence of alcohol or illicit drugs is illegal, some people are surprised to learn that in California, a person can be charged with a DU...
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Alcohol Classes in Los Angeles
Sep 22, 2014
Under the law, anyone sentenced for a DUI offense in California must attend and complete a DUI education class conducted by an authorized provider. The DUI class is a staple requirement of any DUI con...
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Sentencing For Multiple DUI Offenses
Sep 17, 2014
If a DUI driver has a prior DUI conviction or convictions on his or her record, any subsequent impaired driving offense will be treated much more severely. DUI Ten Year Window When sentencing someone...
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DUI Checkpoints
Sep 15, 2014
Unlike many other states, California allows law enforcement agencies to conduct random DUI checkpoints in order to catch drivers who are under the influence. The Exception to the Rule of Probable Caus...
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