When you think of DUI, there’s a good chance you take the term at its most literal. The D stands for driving, so you probably think of someone driving a car, truck, or another motor vehicle, while under the influence of alcohol. However, a DUI does not just apply to people who are driving. It […]
California Laws -DUI with Child Endangerment When it comes to drinking and driving, most people who get behind the wheel after a few drinks never take the time to think about the consequences of their actions, especially if they were driving with a child in their vehicle when they were pulled over. If you or […]
Can You Get A DUI Even While Being In a Parked Car? If you ask anyone about their opinion of the charge of “driving under the influence”, they will tell you that this charge applies to someone who is caught driving their vehicle while intoxicated by alcohol or a drug. What most people don’t know […]
If you are being investigated for a DUI, can you refuse to take a breath test or a blood test? The answer is yes. The United States Constitution protects you from any unlawful searches and seizures, and that includes you blowing into a breath device or having your blood drawn to measure your alcohol content. […]
Can You Be Subject to a DUI Charge From Prescription Drugs? When most people think of driving under the influence, they think of alcohol. However, there is a reason that the charge is “under the influence” and does not have the word alcohol in it. Drugs can also affect a person’s ability to drive. This […]
What happens if you are arrested for a DUI and it is your second or third offense? The main difference in a second or third DUI versus a first DUI is that if you were to take a negotiated deal, also known as a plea bargain, you could be facing harsher consequences in a second […]
If you’ve recently been arrested on a first offense DUI in California, a question you may have is: can I drive? The short answer is yes. The police will take away your physical driver’s license and give you a pink piece of paper called a temporary driver’s license. That pink piece of paper will serve […]
Can You Be Subject to a DUI Charge From Prescription Drugs? When most people think of driving under the influence, they think of alcohol. However, there is a reason that the charge is “under the influence” and does not have the word alcohol in it. Drugs can also affect a person’s ability to drive. This […]
Have you, a family member, or friend been arrested for driving under the influence in Alameda County or Contra Costa County? If so, you may be asking yourself this question: “Is a DUI a felony?” The answer is, it depends. Was the DUI A Felony Or Misdemeanor? Although a DUI, or Driving Under the Influence […]
