pulled over for dui

Breath testing is a common tool in DUIs to determine a person’s blood alcohol content or BAC. There are two different kinds of breath testing, and they’re done at different stages of a DUI investigation. This guide will go over what those kinds of breath testing are when they’re used during the DUI investigation, a […]

Proving innocence in domestic violence

An accusation of domestic violence can turn your world upside down. In many cases, the police must arrest somebody even if they are innocent. This is to prevent being held responsible if they leave the scene, nobody is arrested, and then later somebody gets hurt. Then, you have to spend money on bail which could […]

DUI

You may know that it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content, or BAC, of 0.08% or more in California. Being convicted of DUI driving under the influence with a 0.08% BAC or higher carries steep consequences including possible jail time if you have multiple DUIs. Higher BAC levels could result in higher […]

Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming. The first step in navigating this stressful situation is meeting with a criminal defense attorney. Whether this is your first time dealing with the legal system or you’ve had previous encounters, your initial consultation is a crucial moment. From my experience as a former prosecutor turned criminal defense attorney, […]

California Vehicle Codes 14602 and 23247(e)

In California, people convicted of a DUI in criminal court must install an ignition interlock device (IID) on any car registered under their name or that they operate on a regular basis as required by the Department of Motor Vehicles. An IID is a small instrument attached to the car’s ignition. It takes a breath […]