7 Things You Might Not Expect During Your Riverside DUI Case
People v. Suazo | Second-Degree Murder: Implied Malice in Drunk Driving
People v. Suazo: Implied Malice in Drunk Driving Drinking and driving is a serious crime that carries hefty penalties in California. In California, penalties for driving under the influence are complex and take into account a variety of factors including: prior convictions, circumstances surrounding the incident, and the speed limit. The penalties can range from community service, fines, license suspension, and in some cases, jail time. However, in DUI incidents…
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Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in California?
Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in California? Every weekend, law enforcement agencies throughout the state of California set up DUI checkpoints in an effort to prevent drunk drivers from causing injury or death to themselves or others. In response, there are always people who proclaim that doing so is “illegal.” If DUI checkpoints aren’t legal, how can police agencies continue to set them up every week? Let’s explore DUI checkpoints and…
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How to Avoid Trial for DUI Charges in California
How to Avoid Trial for DUI Charges in California If you are arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, it does not necessarily mean you will be convicted, but it also doesn’t mean your case will automatically go to trial. In fact, your best option may be to agree to a plea bargain before the case can go to trial. An experienced DUI defense attorney…
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How to Avoid DUI Checkpoints
How to Avoid DUI Checkpoints If you’ve been a licensed driver for a long period of time, you’ve probably encountered a DUI checkpoint at some point. These police-manned stations are set up to scare and potentially identify and arrest drunk drivers. DUI checkpoints are also a way to annoy sober drivers. If you don’t want to waste your time waiting at a DUI checkpoint, here are some tips on how…
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New Year’s Eve the Busiest Day for DUI Arrests in California
New Year’s Eve the Busiest Day for DUI Arrests in California What do you do to celebrate New Year’s Eve? Do you ring in the new year by making resolutions to improve your quality of life? Do you gather at the home of a family member or friend and countdown to a midnight toast? Do you light fireworks and bang on pots and pans at 12 a.m. with your children?…
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What a California DUI Means for Arizona Residents
What a California DUI Means for Arizona Residents Southern California is a picturesque area ideal for those looking for the perfect vacation destination. Visitors from across the country come to celebrate the summer and soak in the lifestyle. For those in neighboring Arizona, a trip to California is not too far away, and thus it is a frequent hotspot for short vacations. It can be easy to get wrapped up…
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Will a California DUI Affect Me if I Live in Nevada?
Will a California DUI Affect Me if I Live in Nevada? Many California natives flock to Nevada every weekend for the casinos, clubs and shows in Las Vegas. What most people don’t realize though is that Nevada residents often are going the opposite direct to visit the beaches, theme parks and glamor of Southern California. Unfortunately, many of those Nevada residents visiting California head home with an unexpected souvenir: a…
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Preliminary Alcohol Screening Device and Its Effect on Your DUI
Preliminary Alcohol Screening Device and Its Effect on Your DUI A Preliminary Alcohol Screening (PAS) device is a small handheld breath testing machine. Police officers will often administer a PAS test as a final determination as to whether or not they have probable cause to arrest you for DUI. So how important is a PAS device to your DUI case? Preliminary Alcohol Screening is Voluntary During DUI stops where the…
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What Happens When You Refuse to Take a Breathalyzer or Blood Test?
What Happens When You Refuse to Take a Breathalyzer or Blood Test? If you have ever passed through a DUI checkpoint or been pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, you have probably wondered if you are required to submit to a blood or breath test. The truth is that you are not required to take a portable breath test (or PAS test) during a DUI stop, but you face…
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7 Things You Might Not Expect During Your Riverside DUI Case
7 Things You Might Not Expect During Your Riverside DUI Case If you live in Riverside County, you face particularly harsh penalties if you are convicted of DUI. In 2012, more than 17% of California’s DUI arrests were made in Riverside, and DUI checkpoints are often set up in the area. Because of the high rate of DUI arrests, and the severe penalties that often follow, you should be aware…
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