On January 10 at around 2:00 am, Matthew Van McDaniel crashed his Mercedes-Benz S550 into a tree at the James Musick Correctional Facility in Irvine. When Orange County Sheriffs tried to detain McDaniel he punched one in the face. McDaniel pleaded guilty to 2 felonies including aggravated assault on an officer and misdemeanor DUI charges. His nine year prison sentence is a negotiated plea deal with the Orange County District Attorney's office. McDaniel was facing 24 to 28 years in prison due to his prior felony assault with a deadly weapon. Driving under the influence in Orange County can have serious consequences, depending on the charges you could face jail time, hefty fines, a lengthy alcohol program and a license suspension. If there are felony charges you could face a state prison sentence. It is important not to give up hope. We can help. Call our offices at 888-444-7210 if you have been arrested for an Orange County DUI and we can assist you with all aspects of your case.

If you are convicted of driving under the influence in Sacramento, Los Angeles, Alameda or Tulare counties after July 1 you will have to install an ignition interlock device on your car. Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed the bill into law stating his hopes to deter driving under the influence. Those convicted of first offense DUIs out of the pilot counties after July 1 will have to install a device which requires you to blow into a tube in order for the car to start. This test program is slated to last through 2015 and will be evaluated at that time. The cost of installing the ignition interlock device will be $75 or more with monthly maintenance fees of $50 or more. Most people will have to pay full cost with some exceptions for low income clients. If you have been arrested in one of the pilot counties you are likely going to be subject to this new law. The harsh ignition interlock requirement on first offenders is required for 5 months and for a second offender 12 months. To find out more about this law and other changes effective July 1, 2010 call our team of qualified DUI defense lawyers at 888-444-7210.

After filing for bankruptcy and facing lawsuits from a number of art gallery owners, Kinkade now faces misdemeanor drunk driving charges. Thomas Kinkade is perhaps best known as the "painter of light" focusing his art on landscapes and religious scenery. His company Pacific Metro filed for bankruptcy protection earlier this month after creditors and those seeking compensation on fraud claims were said to be owed millions. California Highway Patrol arrested Kinkade on suspicion of DUI when he was said to have violated a vehicle code. The downfall in the economy has left people hopeless with no way out. Many turn to drinking and drugs as a way to ease the pain. Driving under the influence has grave consequences and can put an additional financial burden on you and your loved ones. If you have been arrested for driving under the influence the first call you should make is to a qualified DUI defense attorney. Our office will help you to understand the law and will make sure that you get the best possible outcome in your driving under the influence case.

Late last month at the corner of Rockfield Boulevard and El Toro Road Henry Roy Buzina, 66, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Orange County when officers alleged he crashed into two vehicles. The other two vehicles, a Jeep and Porsche both reported minor damages. Buzina's blood alcohol level came back at nearly twice the legal limit. If you are facing Orange County DUI charges the first call you should make is to a top drunk driving defense attorney who knows the law and will fight hard to get you the best possible outcome in your case. It is important to know that you only have ten calendar days to request a stay on the automatic suspension of your license. Contact our team of dedicated Orange County DUI defense lawyers within ten days of your arrest and we will contact the DMV for you.

27-year-old Jeffrey Scott Marshall was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence in Orange County late last month when his Infinity G35 struck a Ford F150 causing it to hit a pedestrian. The victim was taken to the Western Medical Center in Santa Ana after sustaining a head injury. The accident occurred at 12:11 am on the residential street of Placentia Avenue, north of 17th street. According to Costa Mesa Police Department, the 56 year old victim had stepped out of his Ford F150 to open a gate when the Infinity hit the F150 causing it to veer into him. An Orange County DUI with injuries could have serious consequences. Depending on the severity of the injuries you could face felony charges. If you are charged with a felony Orange County DUI you may be required to complete state prison time as a condition of your sentence. No matter what the circumstances of your Orange County DUI case - you need to speak with an attorney immediately. Call our offices toll free today at 888-444-7210 to speak with a leading Orange County DUI defense lawyer now.

Barstow California Highway Patrol Officer Justin McGrory was struck and killed by 18 year old Rafael Garcia over the weekend. Garcia is charged with felony vehicular manslaughter and child endangerment due to having a 12 year old passenger. While 68 grams of marijuana were found in the vehicle, lab reports have not come back regarding the driver's blood alcohol level or if he was driving under the influence of drugs. Garcia faces a state prison sentence if convicted of the charges. An automobile accident that ends in a fatality is tragic no matter what the circumstances. However, when there are drugs or alcohol involved then you could face serious consequences. If you have been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs then you must contact a qualified San Bernardino DUI attorney immediately. Our office is dedicated to DUI defense and will do everything in their power to assist you get the best possible outcome in your case. Fill out our free online San Bernardino DUI case evaluation now and receive an instant call back from a dedicated lawyer.