A requisite element to be found guilty of and charged with a California DUI is valid probable cause. An officer has valid probable cause if he observes any Vehicle Code Violation whether it has to do with alcohol impairment or not. Direct and blatant violations such as weaving, failing to…
The purpose of this article is solely to discuss effective techniques and alternatives to anyone having to be incarcerated for any length of time, if at all possible to avoid. This article offers a number of practical tips for those people in legal trouble and is certainly not designed or…
A DUI conviction can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony. The difference between the two will affect the final sentence given. A misdemeanor conviction will receive a sentence on the lighter side of the spectrum whereas a felony will receive a much harsher punishment, especially when there is…
The California Legislature has directed courts to follow sentencing guidelines for any person charged and convicted of a DUI.sJudges and Prosecutors have a broad range of guidelines and penalties for a DUI case. The Prosecutors will consider several factors and will make an offer to the Judge. The Judge has…
While the laws in California typically prohibit the use of alcohol and illegal substances like marijuana and cocaine, other drugs can get you arrested too.s The determining factor with illegal or even perscription medication, is if the drug has created sufficient effect to create impairment in the driver’s ability to…
Penalties for a DUI conviction can range from fines to jail time. The final sentence will depend on a number of different elements that a prosecutor has available to penalize people charged with driving under the Influence. These include probation, fines, different alcohol programs, Cal Trans ( trash clean up)…
A plea bargain is a result of a negotiation between a prosecutor and your defense attorney regarding the specific terms of the case settlement or plea. There are two major considerations which make a negotiated settlement or a plea bargain, which it’s commonly called, a good idea. The most important…
Just about a month into the New Year, we learn that the California Highway Patrol is taking a no nonsense approach to Drunk Driving. On New Year’s Eve between 6 P.M and 6 A.M, the CHP arrested 108 drivers who were found to be intoxicated over the legal limit in…
Beingsarrested is a painful and traumatic experience. Unfortunately, if you’ve been arrested for a driving under the influence case you now have to navigate your way in an unfamiliar and complicated maze of laws and procedures in the court and at the DMV. Our firmd of experienced attorneys specialize in…