DUI

If the police charge you with driving under the influence (DUI), you shouldn’t just accept the charge. It’s a criminal offense with severe consequences, including a criminal record.  Yet many people do just accept it in a way they probably would not for other criminal...

Before you decide it’s not worth it to try to fight a DUI charge, it’s crucial that you realize all of the effects it can have on virtually every aspect of your life – including where you can travel for vacation or business.  A DUI on your record in California (or any...

Drugged driving is an increasingly worrisome trend, and the authorities are constantly looking for ways to spot folks who are driving under the influence of mind-altering substances. While Breathalyzers have long provided documentable evidence of drunk driving, there...

If the police stop you and you take a breath test, any alcohol you drank within the past few hours will show in the test reading. Most people understand that, so they generally avoid driving immediately after drinking. What many people forget is that it takes time for...

Getting a charge for driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs isn’t something to take lightly. And even if you know your charge is unjust, it’s best not to assume that a court of law will find you innocent without a strong presentation of evidence in your...

Having a casual evening with some drinks, drinking one too many or pulling over for a routine traffic stop can lead to a police officer stopping you and asking you what your beverage of choice was that night. If you’ve found or find yourself in a situation where you...

When it comes to drunk driving laws, it's true that the general blood alcohol concentration limit is 0.08%. But different classes of drivers can have very different standards. For instance, in most states, commercial drivers have a lower BAC limit. Another way that...

Calling for a sober ride may be easy after a few drinks, but heading out on your work commute after taking an over-the-counter medication to combat a surprise allergy attack might not. Both legal and illegal drugs have side effects that can lead to disastrous...

A police officer stops you after a chill evening with friends, getting into the regular activities of catching up, enjoying a meal together and a few drinks. Nothing too crazy, though, because the plan was always to drive yourself home. So, after winding down and...

The first time a California police officer pulls you over for driving under the influence (DUI), pleading guilty to the charge may seem like a quick and simple solution. Despite the possibility of a criminal record, license suspension and even incarceration, a...