Pamela Bach, who is recently divorced from David Hasselhoff, was pulled over this weekend and provided a blood alcohol level measurement of about .13 or .14 while the legal limit in California is .08. This is Bach's second California DUI, which means that she could be facing mandatory jail time. Her first case was finished in March 2009 to which she pled to no contest. Drunk driving situations happen to many people, ranging from low blood alcohol contents to much higher ones like Bach above. In this case, an accident did not occur, but they often can in drunk driving situations.

Thanksgiving and the holiday season in general make for dangerous road conditions due to the high number of drivers, alcohol consumption, tired drivers and weather conditions. The state and local police department will be out in numbers in order to make sure that your holiday traveling is as safe as possible. There are a number of ways in which you can drive safely and prevent more accidents. While you know not to drive too fast, you should also know not to drive too slowly. If you are not keeping up with traffic then you can easily cause traffic accidents. Slow drivers can also be a sign of an impaired driver, so it's important to stay within five to ten MPH of the speed limit. It's important to not drive while you are tired because your reaction time will be slower. Driving while fatigued is similar to driving while inebriated. Do take the time to rest or have another, alert person drive. California DUI Checkpoints will be around during the Thanksgiving holiday. Be aware of not giving the police any reason to cite you at a checkpoint. It isn't just drinking and driving that you should be aware of, but also simple driving tasks like wearing your seatbelt. Holidays like Thanksgiving can be a time for many car accidents that can result in fatal ends if drivers are not careful and smart. It's important to be aware and alert while driving safely. Do not make choices that will give the police a reason to pull you over.

California Highway Patrol out of Nevada County, California has released a statement that Seth Rinker, 18, was charged with felony drunk driving when he and two peers were involved in serious accident on Thursday night. A passenger was flown to a local hospital with broken bones and lacerations after Rinker allegedly made an unsafe turn, hitting a curb and crashing into a ditch. According to reports all of those in the vehicle were wearing seatbelts at the time of the accident and the other passengers suffered minor injuries. Rinker is being held on $25,000 bail at the Wayne Brown Correctional Facility. Being involved in a California drunk driving accident can be terrifying and if there are injuries you could face felony charges. A felony California DUI charge could result in state prison time. Most often felony charges are reserved for accidents where great bodily injury occurred or for fourth offense DUI charges. No matter what the circumstances of your California DUI, you need to contact a drunk driving defense attorney immediately. Especially if there is a felony involved and time is of the essence. Remember, you only have ten calendar days to contact the Department of Motor Vehicles to place a stay on the automatic suspension of your license. If you or someone you know has been involved in a drunk driving incident contact our dedicated team of California DUI Defense Attorneys today.

Alexandra Kerry, was arrested for DUI. The daughter of Senator John Kerry was arrested in Hollywood. Los Angeles Police Department has reported that she had a .06% BAC. Although she initially refused the alcohol test, a formal blood alcohol test was taken. While Kerry was not over the legal limit of .08% BAC she could still be charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or with unsafely operating a motor vehicle. It is important to remember that in California being charged with a DUI likely involves violation of Vehicle Code section 23152 (a) and (b). The (b) count is the section that discusses driving with a blood alcohol content of over .08%, while the (a) count merely involves driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. No matter what the circumstances of your California drunk driving case you should always consult a qualified California DUI Lawyer. A dedicated Drunk Driving defense attorney can assist you with obtaining a favorable disposition in your case including a potential reduction to the DUI charge.

On Wednesday night the intersection of Whittier Boulevard and Concourse Avenue was the scene of a horrific crash where a pregnant woman who was allegedly driving under the influence collided with another drunk driver. The crash occurred at 2 am in Montebello. The Montebello Fire Department has released a statement that four people were injured and at least one person was ejected during the crash. One man also tried to flee the scene but was arrested on suspicion of felony drunk driving. Driving under the influence in Los Angeles is a very serious offense, especially if there was an accident. Collisions with injuries can create a nightmare for you and the injured parties. no matter what the circumstances of your drunk driving case you need to contact a dedicated Los Angeles DUI Defense Attorney immediately. Remember you only have ten calendar days to contact the California DMV or your license will be automatically suspended.

Shayne Lamas was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence this weekend in Venice. She claims to have had one drink prior to being stopped at a DUI checkpoint. The breath device given to her at the scene reflected a Blood Alcohol level over a .08%. She was arrested at the scene. The former Bachelor starlet is 24 years old. Drunk driving in Los Angeles is a serious offense. You can face a license suspension, hefty fine and even jail time. It is important that if you are arrested for driving under the influence in Los Angeles you hire a qualified LA DUI Defense attorney who understands the law and will doing everything they can to get you the best possible outcome in your case. Call our team of dedicated Los Angeles Drunk Driving Defense Lawyers now for a free consultation.

Orange County, home to picturesque coast line and perfect weather for Labor Day weekend Barbeques is also home to a number of DUI Checkpoints. Orange County DUI Checkpoints are scheduled to be set up in Dana Point, Newport Beach and La Habra. Due to the high number of travelers and drinking associated with this holiday, all available California Highway Patrol Officers will be on heightened awareness for those driving under the influence in Orange County. To learn more about the planned Orange County DUI Checkpoints during Labor Day Weekend visit CHP Cracking Down on Drunk Drivers During Holiday Weekend. California arresting officers are required to follow a number of strict guidelines in order to secure a Constitutional DUI Checkpoint. First, the public must be given advance notice of when and where a checkpoint is going to be set up. Next, the arresting agency must follow a "neutral mathematical formula" when pulling over the vehicles. Finally a legal out must be provided for all drivers prior to arriving at the California DUI Checkpoint. An experienced California DUI Defense Attorney will know the laws associated with sobriety checkpoints and will tell you what defenses arise in your case. It is important to hire a dedicated Orange County Drunk Driving Defense Lawyer immediately after being arrested for a California DUI so that the DMV can be contacted to protect your driving privileges and a strong defense can be built in your case.

Lori Petty, an actress best known for her roles in "Point Break" and "A League of their Own" was arrested on May 30, 2009 for a California DUI with injury after hitting a young skateboarder with her car in Venice Beach. Through her attorney she plead no contest to a first offense misdemeanor DUI, despite early reports that Petty had been charged with a felony Drunk Driving incident. In accordance with her plea she must complete 5 years of summary probation, alcohol education programs and pay a hefty fine. To read more about the Lori Petty DUI plea visit MSNBC at Lori Petty gets 5 years probation in DUI Case. A California DUI can have serious consequences, especially when injuries have been involved. If you or someone you know has been involved in a Los Angeles DUI, you must contact a qualified California Drunk Driving Defense Attorney who knows the law and will work hard to keep you out of jail. As the publicity for celebrities getting arrested for drunk driving grows, so does the impatience of judges and district attorneys. The only way to get the best possible outcome in your Los Angeles DUI case is to hire a dedicated California DUI Defense Lawyer. Fill out our free online California DUI case evaluation now and receive an instant call back.

In July 2008 Chou Thao Her was killed in an auto accident, leaving behind 11 children. The Clovis District Attorney is attempting to show that Donna Neely was driving under the influence of alcohol when she lost control of her vehicle. Neely is charged with gross vehicular manslaughter and Fresno DUI with injury. Neely's defense team rises the argument that the tragic accident was not caused by alcohol but rather by a common sleep aide Ambien which caused her to fall asleep at the wheel. The death of Chou Thao Her is an absolute tragedy that leaves 11 children to grow up without their mother but some tragedies are accidents caused by things not related to alcohol. In these kinds of Fresno DUI cases a qualified Fresno Drunk Driving Defense Attorney will raise defenses to the prosecutor's arguments. Being arrested for a Felony Fresno DUI can greatly impact your entire life. Even without injury, a felony charge can result in a state prison sentence, add injury or even death and the punishments become exponential. Being arrested for driving under the influence in Fresno can be a difficult and trying event, contact an experienced Fresno DUI Lawyer now.

Adriana Ponces, 28, was arrested on suspicion of a Santa Barbara DUI when she was involved in a collision with an SUV on the Highway 154, Paradise Road entrance ramp. The SUV braked but did not escape colliding with the Newbury Park woman's vehicle. The alleged drunk driving crash left the two drivers with minor injuries and two of Ponces' passengers with severe injuries including massive internal injuries and severe fractures. A Santa Barbara DUI with injuries can be tragic not only for those who were injured at no-fault of their own, but also for the alleged drunk driver. Many times the person suspected of drinking and driving is left with a stigma perpetuated by special interest groups. Unfortunately car accidents happen and they often have catastrophic results. But once alcohol is added to the mix, a person will often face severe criminal charges. No matter what the circumstances, if you have been arrested for a Santa Barbara DUI you need to contact a dedicated California Drunk Driving Defense Lawyer immediately who understands the law and will assist you in every aspect of your case.