During a DUI Checkpoint, officers will be looking for signs of intoxication and will be requiring motorists to perform field sobriety tests. If you find yourself arrested during a DUI checkpoint, contact our Orange County DUI Attorneys to receive the best possible representation. Below are a few DUI Checkpoints that may be near you; however, this is not a complete list of potential check points that may be set up throughout the weekend.

Thursday 4/28
Costa Mesa: 6pm-12am @ Sunflower Ave. & Anton Blvd
Fountain Valley: 9pm-3am - undisclosed location
Moreno Valley: 6pm-11:30pm - undisclosed location

Friday, 4/29:
Alhambra: 6:30pm-2:30am - undisclosed location
Coachella: 7pm-2am - undisclosed location
Los Angeles: 8pm-2am - Florence Ave. between Main St. & Broadway
Goleta: 7pm-early morning - undisclosed location
Rancho Mirage: 8pm-2am - undisclosed location
San Diego: 10pm-4am - undisclosed location
Santa Clarita: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location
Stanton: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location
Sherman Oaks: 8pm-2am - Ventura Blvd. at Columbus Ave.
Whittier: 7pm-3am - Leffingwell Road & Santa Gertrudes Avenue
Yuba City: 7pm-early morning - undisclosed location

Saturday, 4/30:
Folsom: 7pm - early morning - Greenback Lane & River Rock Drive
Roseville: 9pm-2am - undisclosed location

Sean Perry, 43, has been arrested for driving under the influence after a fatal one-car accident.

Perry, a Chico resident, was driving his BMW at 12:25am when he failed to take a curve in the road and proceeded to hit an embankment and a tree before landing in a field. According to the SacBee, Perry's passenger, 40-year-old Timothy Chapman, died at the scene of the accident while Perry was airlifted for treatment of major injuries.

Our Orange County DUI Defense Lawyers know how frustrating it can be to be arrested for driving under the influence. We will answer any questions that you may have and represent you throughout your entire case.

A 23-year-old Orange County woman has been arrested on suspicion of a DUI after causing a head on collision on the I-5 freeway.

The Huntington Beach woman was driving on I-5, near Highway 33, around 9:15am when she crossed the center divider and collided head-on with a big rig. According to the Fresno Bee, the driver of the big rig, a 27-year-old from Compton, said he saw the vehicle coming towards him and he slowed down but was unable to avoid the crash.

Our Orange County DUI Attorneys have the experience and knowledge to handle any type of DUI charge, whether this is your first or you are a multiple DUI offender; contact us today to find out more information.

As reported by KHTS, a California man was driving under the influence when he crashed his vehicle into a Canyon Country resident's mailbox.

However, what he did next was surprising--he crawled into the back seat of his vehicle and took a nap.

At around 5 a.m., the homeowner discovered the vehicle crashed into his wall and mailbox and 52-year-old Mark Herran asleep in the back seat of the vehicle.

The homeowner woke Herran and then took a picture of the damage. But when he went back inside his house to report the DUI accident to the police, Herran fled the scene in his vehicle.

The homeowner and California Highway patrol quickly caught up with him. After failing a field sobriety test, Herran was arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor driving under the influence and for having blood alcohol content greater than .08.

This story can certainly be filed under the "what not to do following a DUI accident" category.

If you or someone you know has been arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence in California, contact our California DUI attorneys today.

A California two-time DUI offender has been arrested on a third driving under the influence offense as well as being in violation of probation.

Clinton Hornsby, 30, was driving in his 1964 Plymouth Wagon, in front of a CHP officer, when he failed to make a full stop and ran through an intersection. According to Petaluma 360, the CHP officer noticed signs of intoxication, proceeded to investigate and found out that Hornsby had two prior DUI convictions and was in violation of probation.

Contact our Orange County DUI Attorneys if you are arrested for driving under the influence in or around Orange County.

A California man has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after causing a one-car crash.

Around 5:30am, Oscar Pablo Ocegueda, 29, was driving on Highway 29 when he veered off the road and struck an electric pole early Sunday morning. According to the Napa Valley Register, Ocegueda's 1998 Chevy Camaro was the only vehicle involved in the accident and no injuries were reported. Ocegueda was arrested for a California DUI and has been booked at the Napa County jail.

Contact our Orange County DUI Attorneys if you have recently been involved in a DUI-related accident. We understand how frustrating it can be to be arrested for a DUI and will fight to get you the best possible result in your specific case.

Benjamin Arroyo, 44, has been arrested for driving under the influence after he crashed a Vons truck on the Santa Ana Freeway early Saturday morning.

The truck driver was on the freeway in Norwalk when he struck a 30-foot guardrail on the right shoulder and jackknifed into the center median and one lane of the northbound freeway. According to KTLA, the Vons truck then began to burn and exploded, causing minor injuries to the driver. No other injuries were reported and Arroyo was taken to the Norwalk Community Hospital where he was treated for his injuries.

Our Orange County DUI Attorneys have been practicing DUI defense for over a decade and will provide you with the best possible representation; contact us today to find out how we can help with your driving under the influence case.

As reported by the Los Angeles Times, a California man was struck and killed in a California DUI accident on April 19 while walking in the Southeast Los Angeles neighborhood of Walnut Park.

According to California Highway Patrol, a 23-year-old man was traveling east on California Street about 1 a.m. when he failed to yield at a stop sign at Pacific Boulevard. He subsequently lost control of his vehicle and struck the victim, who was walking on the sidewalk.

The suspect did not immediately stop, but rather continued driving down the street. He ultimately collided with a brick wall and overturned. He was taken to St. Francis Medical Center in Lynwood with minor injuries, and he was later arrested on suspicion of California DUI and manslaughter.

This story highlights the deadly consequences of California DUI.

California drivers are reminded that the best way to avoid a California DUI is to designate a driver or call a taxi. However, if you find yourself arrest for driving under the influence, it is imperative to contact an experienced California DUI attorney.

Happy Easter!! Our Orange County DUI Lawyers want your weekend to be filled with family and fun and therefore, are providing you with a list of some, but not all, DUI checkpoints that may be around you. Please be aware of the times and locations and know that there may be other DUI sobriety checkpoints in other cities that we have not posted. Contact our OC DUI Attorneys if you are arrested for driving under the influence and we will answer any questions you may have and provide you with legal advice.

Friday, April 22

La Quinta: 8pm-2am - undisclosed location
Modesto: evening - undisclosed location
San Francisco: 8:30pm-early Saturday morning - 19th Ave. at Winston Dr., near the Stonestown Galleria
San Jacinto: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location
Santee: 8pm-3am - undisclosed location

Saturday, April 23

Escondido: 6pm-12am - undisclosed location
Huntington Beach: 9pm - early Sunday morning - undisclosed location
Lancaster: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location.
Perris: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location
Sacramento: 8:30pm-early Sunday morning - undisclosed location

Being arrested for a DUI with alcohol and/or drugs can be a stressful time, especially if it's during or right after a weekend long concert.

33 individuals were arrested for providing alcohol to minors, possession of false identification, minors in possession of alcohol and possession of open alcoholic beverage containers. According to KPSP Local 2, undercover officers, dressed in plain clothes, were targeting alcohol and drug violations. On top of this, 10 additional individuals were arrested for the possession of drugs or possession of drugs for sale including marijuana, ketamine, cocaine and MDMA.

Contact our Orange County DUI Attorneys if you have been arrested for a California DUI; we have the experience and knowledge to handle any type of DUI case.

An accident in Garden Grove has resulted in a man being arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence late Tuesday night.

A man, driving a pickup truck, was speeding on Knott St. when he ran a red light at West Chapman Ave and struck a vehicle in the left-hand turning lane on the other side of Knott St. According to the OC Register, the pickup truck then continued south for 100 yards before crashing into an abandoned scrapbooking store as 12072 Knott St. Both drivers were taken to a local hospital with minor injuries and the male pickup truck driver was arrested on suspicion of a California DUI.

Contact our Orange County DUI Lawyers today if you have been arrested for driving under the influence or have been involved in a DUI-related accident.

As reported by the Daily Breeze, a motorcyclist killed Sunday in a crash on the Santa Monica (10) Freeway near West Los Angeles ran into the rear of another motorcyclist. Both motorcyclists were thrown from their vehicles and hit the pavement, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The motorcyclist who died was a 23-year-old Burbank man. He was found unconscious and was taken to UCLA Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.

The second motorcyclist was a 29-year-old resident of North Hollywood. He was treated for injuries at UCLA Medical Center and placed under arrest for California DUI, according to the CHP.

This story should remind motorcyclists about the dangers of drinking and driving. California DUI arrests can be made against any motorist driving while under the influence of alcohol, whether that person is in a car or on a motorcycle.

Furthermore, motorcycle drivers comprise the highest percentage of drunk drivers in fatal crashes, often because motorcyclists' bodies are less protected from collisions.

If you have been arrested for a California motorcycle DUI, you will need an experienced California DUI attorney.

Luis Jimenez, 23, has been arrested for a California DUI and manslaughter after he killed a pedestrian.

Jimenez was driving eastbound on California St. when he did not stop at a stop sign, lost control of his vehicle and hit a pedestrian around 1am Monday morning. According to CBS Local, the 42-year-old man was taken to the hospital where he later died due to his injuries. Jimenez received minor injuries and was booked for manslaughter and driving under the influence.

Contact our Orange County DUI Attorneys if you have been arrested for any type of DUI. Whether this is your first or subsequent DUI, our attorneys will be able to assist you throughout your entire case.

Ronald Hernandez has been arrested for a felony driving under the influence charge after causing a roll over crash that resulted in severe injuries.

The 23-year-old Los Angeles resident was on Highway 101, south of El Capitan State Beach Road, when he lost control of his 2008 Toyota Tacoma. According to Noozhawk, the vehicle then rolled over and blocked both lanes of the highway and caused the passenger, Armen Sarkisan, 27, to receive a fracture to his right leg which was nearly amputated. Hernandez was arrested for a felony DUI before he was released to the hospital for treatment of his injuries.

Have you been arrested for driving under the influence in or around Orange County? Contact our Orange County DUI Attorneys today to find out how we can help you.

Oscar-winning Nicolas Cage has been arrested in New Orleans for being drunk in public after having an argument with his wife.

The 47-year-old Cage was booked on suspicion of domestic abuse battery, disturbing the peace and public drunkenness after he was spotted grabbing his wife by the upper hand, pulling her towards a building. According to Entertainment Today, the actor then began to strike cars and tried to get into a taxi cab before an officer ordered him out of the cab.

Contact our Orange County DUI Defense Attorneys today if you have been arrested for public drunkenness or driving under the influence.

As reported by Coast Central News, a California man already on probation for California DUI is facing charges for DUI, resisting arrest, and battery of a peace officer.

California Highway Patrol first received reports of a man beating a red Pontiac with a baseball bat along Highway 1 in Aptos.

When police arrived, they actually found Sergio Castillo driving the vehicle along the shoulder of the road. According to the newspaper, police are still unsure why the man had been beating his car earlier.

In attempting to arrest Castillo for driving under the influence, an officer was kicked in the face. Castillo was finally restrained and taken to the hospital for chemical testing. While he was at the hospital, he attempted to assault another officer.

If you or someone you know has been arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence in California, contact our California DUI attorneys today.

With the weekend almost here, it is important to take note of any DUI checkpoints that may be in your area although this isn't a complete list of potential California DUI sobriety checkpoints. If you are arrested during a DUI checkpoint, contact our Orange County DUI Attorneys as soon as possible to get the best possible representation.

For more up-to-date checkpoint information, check out our OC DUI Checkpoint page or call us 24/7 at 888-675-7171 for updates on checkpoints in Orange County!

Thursday, 4/14:

Santa Clarita: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

Friday, 4/15:

Lake Elsinore: evening - undisclosed location
Los Angeles: 8pm-3am - Santa Monica Boulevard & Bronson Avenue
Palm Desert: 8pm-2am - undisclosed location
Santa Rosa: 7pm-1am - undisclosed location
San Bernardino: 6pm-2am - 600 Block of W. Highland Avenue

Saturday 4/16:

Modesto: 10pm-3am - undisclosed location
Rancho Mirage: 8pm-2am - undisclosed location
San Jose: 9pm-3am - undisclosed location
Vista: 8pm-2:30am - undisclosed location

Janice Ho, 25, has been arrested for driving under the influence after causing a three-car accident in California.

Ho was driving a 2000 BMW on Highway 29 when she rear-ended a 2001 Volkswagen Passat; the Passat then hit a Nissan pickup truck. According to the Napa Valley Register, two of the motorists were taken to a local hospital for minor injuries while Ho was arrested for driving under the influence causing injuries and driving without a license. Ho has been booked at the Napa County Jail.

If you have been arrested for driving under the influence in Southern California, contact our Orange County DUI Attorneys to have a reputable and knowledgeable attorney by your side throughout the entire case.

Alvin Harrison, a Gilroy high school track and field coach, is being held on a $50,000 bond at an Orange County jail for causing a DUI-related accident.

The 37-year-old two-time Olympic gold medalist was down in Orange County on a school athletic field trip when he collided into another vehicle on state Highway 73. No students were in the vehicle at the time of the accident and once officers arrived at the scene of the accident, they arrested Harrison for driving under the influence with a blood alcohol level of 0.08% or more. Harrison is being charged with a DUI causing bodily injury to any person other than the driver and driving with a suspended license.

Contact our Orange County DUI Attorneys if you have been involved in a DUI-related accident or have been arrested for driving under the influence in or around Orange County.

David Hall, a San Diego police officer, is under criminal investigation for allegedly driving under the influence and a hit-and-run.

The 41 year old motorcycle traffic officer was driving his brown GMC when he crashed into a gray Chevy Suburban, driven by a woman, on Murray Ridge Road at the onramp to northbound I-805. According to CBS8, the female driver claimed Hall did not stop after hitting her while the 14-year department veteran says he did stop and only left after the driver said she was okay. Hall later willingly submitted to a breathalyzer test where his BAC was more than 3 times the legal limit.

Contact our Orange County DUI Defense Lawyers if you have been arrested for driving under the influence in California. Our attorneys have the knowledge and experience to handle any type of California DUI case.

As reported by SonomaNews.com, a Sonoma man was arrested for California DUI after crashing his 1998 Chevy Suburban--not once--but three times.

The first DUI accident occurred when the man reared-ended another motorist on Arnold Drive, according to Officer Jaret Paulson with the California Highway Patrol's Napa office.

After fleeing the scheme of that accident, he proceeded into Seven Flags Mobile Home Park. Shortly thereafter, while driving on Hermosa Parkway, he hit a tree.

The DUI suspect then hit a stop sign on Seven Flags Circle and fled from his vehicle on foot to a residence on English Flag Way.

Because witnesses had reported seeing him with a gun, the Sonoma deputies and CHP set up a perimeter and called for assistance from the CHP helicopter in Napa.

The suspect was eventually arrested and charged with three counts of misdemeanor hit-and-run, misdemeanor driving under the influence, and misdemeanor driving while suspended.

This California driver will likely be found in violation of his DUI probation and could face harsh penalties from the criminal court system.

If you arrested for driving on a suspended license, the first thing you should do is contact a qualified California DUI Defense Attorney.

An Orange County Superior Court Judge, known for several news-worth cases including a 2009 Orange County DUI-related accident, has been accused of giving preferential treatment to friends and family members over a seven year span

Judge Richard W. Stanford Jr., 63, is the fourth longest serving judge on the Orange County bench with 26 years as a judge as well as 12 years before that as a deputy district attorney. According to the OC Register, Stanford entered guilty pleas on behalf of the defendants but waived fines and fees. An upcoming July 25th hearing could result in Stanford receiving disciplinary actions such as admonishment to a public censure or removal from office.

Contact our Orange County DUI Defense Attorneys if you find yourself arrested for driving under the influence in Orange County. Our OC DUI Lawyers have been practicing DUI defense for over a decade and will fight to get you the best possible sentencing in your specific case.

A Costa Mesa DUI checkpoint resulted in six motorists being arrested for driving under the influence over the weekend.

Out of 2,127 vehicles that passed through the Newport Boulevard & 17th Street DUI Checkpoint, only 611 were actually screened. Out of these 611, only 6 were arrested for a DUI, 9 were asked to perform DUI field sobriety tests, 12 had their licenses investigated, 13 received citations and 11 vehicles were towed. The DUI checkpoint was paid for by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety and although these checkpoints are designed to protect the public from drunk drivers, they usually do not catch as many DUI drivers as one would expect and end up making the city money.

Contact our Orange County DUI Defense Attorneys if you have been arrested during a California DUI Checkpoint. Our lawyers will answer any questions that you may have and will provide you with legal advice that will help you make an informed decision.

Patrick Anderson, 60, has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after causing a head-on collision.

Around 5:13pm, Anderson was driving his Nissan pickup erratically on northbound Highway 174 when he crossed over the double-yellow line, directly into oncoming traffic. Bill Durant, 67, of Sacramento was not able to avoid the collision and his Jeep collided head-on with Anderson. According to The Union, both men were taken to local hospitals as Durant sustained moderate injuries and Anderson is listed in critical condition. Anderson has been charged with driving under the influence and causing bodily injury.

Contact our Orange County DUI Lawyers if you have recently been in a driving under the influence accident or have been arrested for any other type of California DUI.

As we have previously discussed on this blog, vehicles are being impounded at California DUI checkpoints at an alarming rate, particularly when compared to the small number of DUI arrests.

This has raised concern that California DUI checkpoints are not achieving their intended purpose--deterring drunk driving--but rather generating huge profits for cities and town at the expense of unlicensed drivers.

Statistics collected by the Investigative Reporting Program at UC Berkeley reveal that several Southern California cities account for a disproportionate number of these impounds.

Here are the numbers-

Montebello
Total Checkpoints Conducted: 5
Total Number of DUI Arrests: 2
Total Number of Cars Impounded: 124

La Puente
Total Checkpoints Conducted: 1
Total Number of DUI Arrests: 1
Total Number of Cars Impounded: 57

Monterey Park
Total Checkpoints Conducted: 6
Total Number of DUI Arrests: 2
Total Number of Cars Impounded: 103

Corona
Total Checkpoints Conducted: 2
Total Number of DUI Arrests: 2
Total Number of Cars Impounded: 88

Daly City
Total Checkpoints Conducted: 6
Total Number of DUI Arrests: 2
Total Number of Cars Impounded: 79

If you are interested in the statistics for you city or town, California Watch has created an interactive map, available here.

Also, please remember--if you or someone you know has been arrested at a California sobriety checkpoint, it is imperative to contact an experienced California DUI attorney.

DUI checkpoints are designed to protect both motorists and the public from those who have been drinking and driving. The list below provides you with DUI checkpoints that may be near you however it does not include other check points that may occur throughout the weekend. If you are arrested during a California DUI checkpoint, contact our Orange County DUI Defense Attorneys to learn more regarding DUI charges and what you could be facing.

Friday:

Bakersfield: evening - undisclosed location
Costa Mesa: 7pm-1am - Newport Blvd. & 17th St.
Escondido: 6pm-12am- undisclosed location
La Habra: 7:30pm-3am - undisclosed location
Lompoc: 6pm-12am - undisclosed location
Los Angeles: 8pm-2am - La Brea Ave between Coliseum St. & Rodeo Rd.
Newport Beach: 9pm-3am - Jamboree Rd & Santa Barbara Dr.
Santa Clarita: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location
Yorba Linda: 7:30pm-3am - undisclosed location

Saturday:

Gardena: 7:30pm-2:30am - Rosecrans Ave. at Denker Ave.
Long Beach: 6pm-2am - West Division area

John Hines, 38, a captain from the Long Beach Fire Department, has been arrested for a felony DUI and felony hit and run.

The incident occurred at around 1:34pm when Hines was driving his Chevrolet truck on Westminster Ave. east of Bolsa Chica Rd. Hines's vehicle swerved into the bike lane and struck a cyclist at approximately 60 mph, causing the biker to be thrown onto the road's dirt shoulder.

According to the OC Register, witnesses of the accident noticed Hines did not stop to check on the bicyclist and followed him as he drove away. The bicyclists was taken to a local hospital with major head trauma but is expected to be released. Hines was arrested for felony driving under the influence as well as felony hit and run; he has since been released on a $50,000 bond.

Our Orange County DUI Attorneys have the knowledge and experience to handle any type of DUI case; contact our lawyers today if you have recently been in DUI-related accident or are facing a felony DUI charge.

Douglas J. Tadlock was arrested for a California DUI when he was spotted weaving on the freeway.

The 42 year old Woodland man was driving a 1992 Ford SUV on County Road 102 when he was spotted weaving. According to the Daily Democrat, officers noticed Tadlock weaving around 1:05pm before they pulled him over. Officers noticed signs of intoxication and proceeded to investigate and noticed an open bottle of alcohol on the front seat; Tadlock was then arrested for driving under the influence.

Have you been arrested for a California DUI? Contact our Orange County DUI Defense Attorneys today to find out more information regarding DUI laws.

In another out-of-state story, a DUI defendant reminds those facing a California DUI of what not to do during your DUI court appearance.

According to the Times-Herald Record, a Swan Lake, New York man facing a felony DUI charge arrived at his pre-trial court hearing carrying a bag full of beer.

The DUI defendant, Keith Gruber, showed up about an hour and a half late carrying a black bag that contained four cans of Busch beer, authorities said. He also was carrying an open can and was clearly intoxicated.

The bag was confiscated by court security and was presented to Judge Frank LaBuda. Before Gruber arrived in court, LaBuda had already allowed Gruber's attorney to withdraw from the case.

LaBuda asked Gruber if he enjoyed his "liquid lunch." Gruber indicated he did and apologized to the court.

Gruber was subsequently held without bail.

If you or someone you know has been arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence in California, contact our California DUI attorneys today.

Warren Neal Hawkins, 66, has been arrested for driving under the influence after he rammed a man's truck twice and yelled death threats out his window.

The Cottonwood man was driving his 1998 Ford Explorer on the 5 freeway at around 6:40pm. Hawkins's was driving 52 mph in the fast lane when another driver, 22-year-old Nicholas Gasik passed him up. According to Redding, Hawkins did not appreciate being cut off and drove up close behind Gasik, yelling and making hand gestures before pulling up alongside of Gasik's Toyota Tacoma to continue yelling.

Hawkins then got back behind Gasik's truck and proceeded to ram the rear of the Tacoma twice. Once both men got off the next exit, Hawkins proceeded to speed towards Gasisk's stopped car and began yelling death threats from his open window. Hawkins was arrested for driving under the influence, assault with a deadly weapon and making terrorist threats.

Contact our Orange County DUI Attorneys if you have been arrested for driving under the influence or have been in a DUI-related accident.

Several high school teens are being presented with a graphic visual stimulation of a drunk driving accident to help them understand the horrors of driving under the influence.

The program "Every 15 Minutes" is dedicated to making sure teens learn the severity of consequences that are associated with drinking and driving or even texting and driving. According to Parent Dish, once teens watch a simulation of a DUI accident on the school parking lot, a masked Grim Reaper pulls selected students out of class every 15 minutes to symbolize their death due to a DUI and an officer reads an "obituary" to the class that was written by that student's parents. For the next 24 hours, selected "dead" students cannot make any phone calls, text or even speak. This program teachers teens the dangers of driving under the influence or driving while texting to ensure their safety as well as the safety of other motorists.

If you have been arrested for driving under the influence, have been in a DUI related accident or are under the age of 21 with a DUI, contact our Orange County DUI Defense Lawyers today.

Ashley Selina Bryan, 24, has been arrested for a felony DUI after causing a fatal accident that caused the death of an Orange County resident.

According to the OC Register, Bryan was driving under the influence on the 57 freeway at around 11:55pm when she hit a Chevrolet Camaro that was disabled on the shoulder. The driver of the Camaro was sitting in the passenger seat while the passenger, 18 year old Cameron Cook of Ladera Ranch, was standing outside of the vehicle, near the guardrail when Bryan's Honda Civic hit the Camaro. As a result of the collision, the Camaro was pushed into Cook, causing him to fall backwards over the guardrail and onto a concrete embankment underneath the freeway.

Bryan has been arrested and charged with one felony count each of vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated without gross negligence, driving under the influence of alcohol causing bodily injury and driving with a BAC of .08% or more causing injuring as well as a sentencing enhancement for multiple victims.

Contact our Orange County DUI Defense Attorneys today if you were arrested for driving under the influence in or around Orange County.

As reported by the Belmont Shore Patch, a Long Beach police officer has been sentenced to community service after pleading guilty to misdemeanor DUI.

Officer Eddie Sanchez, 30, was also ordered to complete three months of first-offender alcohol-awareness classes and to attend a Mothers Against Drunk Driving Victim Impact Program, according to the Orange County District Attorney's Office. Sanchez also received three years of informal probation.

According to the district attorney, on May 24, 2010, Sanchez left a Long Beach bar about 4:30 p.m. Witnesses reported that he was driving erratically before stopping at a red light in Garden Grove. He idled there after the light changed to green and even after drivers began honking at him. Finally, a motorist walked up to his car, reached inside, and turned off the ignition. Sanchez's blood-alcohol level was measured at .16, twice the legal limit, the prosecutors maintained.

This case highlights that courts are increasingly utilizing sentencing alternatives in lieu of jail time. The MADD Victim Impact Programs sentencing alternative as well as some others are more specifically designed to help rather than punish California DUI offenders.

If you or someone you know has been arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence in California, contact our California DUI attorneys today.

Faustino Barcenas, 49, has been arrested for a felony California DUI after causing a head-on collision.

The Fullerton resident was driving west on Highway 46 at around 11:15pm when he drifted into the eastbound lane. A driver in a Nissan Altima witnessed Barcenas drifting and pulled over on the side of the road to avoid a collision; Barcenas sideswiped the Altima before continuing down the road where he then struck Maria DeJesus Garcia, 37, head-on. Garcia and Barcenas both had to be extricated from their vehicles and be transported to nearby hospitals as they suffered major injuries. Barcenas was then arrested for a felony California DUI due to the severity of the injuries that Garcia has sustained.

Contact our Orange County DUI Lawyers if you have been in a DUI related accident or have been arrested for a felony DUI. We have the experience and knowledge to handle any type of DUI case and will ensure that you receive the best representation.

An Anaheim resident crashed his vehicle and has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence Thursday evening.

The OC Register states the male driver, name and age not released, was driving north on the I-5 when he crashed under the 91 freeway, causing his vehicle to turn onto its side and catch fire. Luckily, the driver was unharmed and escaped without any injuries. Officers were stunned that the driver was able to walk away from such a collision.

Contact our Orange County DUI Attorneys today if you have been arrested for driving under the influence or been in a DUI-related accident.

There will be several DUI checkpoint and DUI roving patrols throughout California this weekend. During DUI sobriety checkpoints, officers will look for signs of intoxication and will request motorists to do field sobriety tests. Contact our Orange County DUI Attorneys if you are arrested during a DUI checkpoint in California to find out how we can help you.

Friday:

Aliso Viejo: evening - Roving patrol
Coachella: evening - undisclosed location
Laguna Hills: evening - Roving patrol
Laguna Niguel: evening - Roving patrol
Laguna Woods: evening - Roving patrol
Loma Linda: 6pm-1am - undisclosed location
Los Angeles: 8pm-2am - Sunset Blvd. between Portia St & Sutherland St.
Moreno Valley: 6pm-11pm - undisclosed location
Rancho Cordova - evening - undisclosed location

Saturday:

Los Angeles: 6pm-1am - Eastbound Jefferson Blvd between Western Ave. & Denker St.
Los Angeles: 8pm-2am - Cahuenga Blvd. at Broadlawn Drive