Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana (CVC 23152)

Driving under the influence charges do not always relate to alcohol or drinking. It is now common in California for law enforcement and prosecutors to pursue charges of driving under the influence of marijuana even when absolutely no alcohol in present. However, proving beyond a reasonable doubt whether a driver was actually under the influence of marijuana at the time of driving remains a challenge for law enforcement and prosecutors.

Unlike alcohol, the presence of marijuana in a driver’s system does not indicate when the driver used marijuana or if they used it close to the time of driving. Marijuana impairment varies from person to person based on the amount consumed in conjunction with other factors. An experienced DUI defense attorney may be able to attack the state’s lack of evidence proving impairment at the time of driving. The primary issue in many DUI case in California is whether the driver’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle was compromised due to alcohol and/or drugs (whether legal or illegal).

If you or a loved one has been charged with a DUI in Orange County it is important that you contact a DUI defense attorney to represent you. Consulting with an Orange County DUI defense attorney upon arrest or early on in the investigation may protect you from the harsh consequences associated with a DUI. The attorneys at Wallin & Klarich have over 40 years of experience successfully defending DUI cases and have the knowledge and experience to assist you in your DUI case.  Feel free to call us at 888-280-6839 or fill out our intake form for immediate assistance.We will be there when you call.

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