tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2010://10 2010-03-10T17:19:00Z California DUI Lawyer Blog Movable Type 4.24-en tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2010://10.12736 2010-03-10T17:14:59Z 2010-03-10T17:19:00Z

One week ago, 18 year old Danielle Everman was arrested for Felony DUI when her passenger Jacob Dearman, 20 suffered severe injuries. He was rushed to a nearby trauma center after Everman's vehicle hit a curb and collided with a...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com Felony DUI when her passenger Jacob Dearman, 20 suffered severe injuries. He was rushed to a nearby trauma center after Everman's vehicle hit a curb and collided with a guardrail on the 405. Fountain Valley police responded to the crash at 2:11 am and arrested Everman on suspicion of drunk driving. The Fountain Valley Police Department released a statement indicating that the passenger had not been wearing his seat belt. A felony DUI is a very serious charge and can result in a state prison sentence. Given the severity of the penalties, it is required that if you are charged with a felony DUI you are present in court at all appearances. Our office is well-versed in dealing with serious drunk driving cases. We have dedicated our practice to DUI defense and understand all of the potential harm that could occur from a felony DUI conviction. Fill out our free online California DUI case evaluation today for a free consultation. ]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2010://10.12672 2010-03-05T23:42:52Z 2010-03-05T23:45:34Z

Senator Roy Ashburn was arrested on March 4, 2010 for allegedly drunk driving in Sacramento after leaving a known gay establishment. The Senator has run on a platform of Family Values who has led anti-marriage equality rallies. He is married...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com California Highway Patrol. It is important to contact a Sacramento DUI attorney immediately after being arrested for driving under the influence. There are two independent actions that are initiated after a Sacramento DUI arrest. The first, and most time sensitive, is the DMV hearing. You must contact the California DMV within ten calendar days of your arrest or face an automatic license suspension. Secondly, you will have a crimcinal court case. If you hire a Sacramento drunk driving lawyer within ten calendar days of your arrest they can represent you in both matters. Don't hesitate, contact our offices now for a free initial consultation. ]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2010://10.12637 2010-03-04T23:27:11Z 2010-03-04T23:49:26Z

A 43 year old woman was drunk driving not once but twice in 3 Days. The woman was arrested by the same officer both times while wearing pajamas and no shoes both times. The Sheriff's office reported that the woman...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com blood alcohol level twice the limit. In the state of California it is illegal to drive with a BAC of .08% or higher. If you are charged with a DUI you will be facing two separate cases: One is with the DMV and the other is with the court. When you are arrested and charged with drunk driving in California you only have 10 days to contact the California Department of Motor Vehicles to request a hearing. If you don't, your license will automatically be suspended starting 30 days of your arrest for DUI. Contact an experienced California DUI Defense Attorney that knows the laws and will fight to get you the best possible outcome. Call us for a free consultation or fill out our free evaluation form online. ]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2010://10.12559 2010-03-02T23:27:37Z 2010-02-26T23:34:46Z

Daryl Fleck admits to consuming a twelve pack of beer and then stumbling out of the house to sleep it off. With his keys in the center counsel and the driver's side car door wide open a neighbor alerted police...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com charged with a DUI and had a BAC of .18%. He is facing probation of 5 years and 4 years in custody for sleeping in his legally parked car in front of his house. If you are charged with a DUI you are in violation of 2 counts: Vehicle section code 23152 (a) and (b). The first one is driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol and the 2nd count (b) is driving under the influence of a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher. If you or someone you know has been charged with a DUI it is important for an experienced California DUI Lawyer to review your case. Please contact our office for a free consultation, zero-obligation at 888-444-7210 to speak to a qualified Drunk Driving Lawyer. ]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2010://10.12558 2010-02-28T21:39:43Z 2010-02-26T22:07:22Z

Suzanne Carlson, 27 of Mission Viejo went to trial in Westminster for second-degree murder. Ms. Carlson who has three prior drunk driving charges is on trial with her fourth DUI after rear ending a semi which killed her passenger in...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com drunk driving charges is on trial with her fourth DUI after rear ending a semi which killed her passenger in January 2007. Ms. Carlson and Scott Turner were seen drinking for over 2 hours in a Rancho Santa Margarita restaurant when Ms. Carlson drove Turner's Infinite on the 91 freeway and crashed it into a Fed-Ex truck. Allegedly, her BAC was a .22% which is three times the legal limit according to prosecutors. Deadly car accidents are shocking and devastating, especially if someone was driving while intoxicated. Gross vehicular manslaughter is a serious crime and it will affect your life forever and the families involved. It is important that you hire an attorney that dedicates his practice to DUI defense. If you or someone you know has been charged with felony DUI in Orange County, please contact us at 888-444-7210 for a free consultation. ]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2010://10.12557 2010-02-26T21:22:34Z 2010-02-26T21:36:17Z

Craigslist is in the news in regards to the new trend on busting drunk drivers. According to the DUI Busters they go out to bars and spend time looking for individuals that have had too much to drink. Then the...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com drunk drivers. According to the DUI Busters they go out to bars and spend time looking for individuals that have had too much to drink. Then the "DUI Busters" follow them out to their cars and pursue the drunk driver and call 9-1-1. One DUI Buster even admitted that they will lie to dispatch that they saw the driver almost hit a car or they are swerving. If you are someone you know is being charged with driving under the influence in Southern California, please contact criminal defense attorney Thomas Wallin at 886-857-5900. ]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2010://10.12230 2010-02-05T17:35:38Z 2010-02-05T17:38:16Z

Mitchell Green, a Kern County firefighter was arrested on charges of felony DUI and vehicular manslaughter when he allegedly failed to stop at a red light and broadsided a Hyundai driven by a 15 year old girl, Michaela. Michaela was...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com felony DUI and vehicular manslaughter when he allegedly failed to stop at a red light and broadsided a Hyundai driven by a 15 year old girl, Michaela. Michaela was driving her 41 year old mother when the accident occurred. Michelle Marie Maxwell died at the scene and Michaela suffered moderate injuries including a broken leg and wrist. Green's truck struck a power pole disabling power to the nearby neighborhood and causing his truck to burst into flames. Fatal drunk driving accidents are devastating and can lead to very serious punishments through the criminal court system. If you or someone you know has been arrested for driving under the influence in Kern County then the first thing you should do is contact a qualified Bakersfield DUI defense lawyer who is local to the area and dedicates their practice to drunk driving defense. ]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2010://10.12144 2010-02-01T15:52:44Z 2010-02-01T15:55:41Z

Adrian Pasdar was arrested for driving under the influence in Los Angeles on the 405 freeway. It was around 3:00 am when the Ford F-150 was pulled over by officers travelling at a speed in excess of 90 mph and...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com driving under the influence in Los Angeles on the 405 freeway. It was around 3:00 am when the Ford F-150 was pulled over by officers travelling at a speed in excess of 90 mph and splitting lanes. It is alleged that Pasdar refused to take a breathalyzer. Pasdar posted $15,000 bail and is scheduled to appear on February 24, 2010 for his arraignment. Pasdar is most notably recognized for his work on the show Heroes and being married to Natalie Maines of Dixie Chicks fame. Unfortunately, reports of a celebrity being arrested for a Los Angeles DUI are all too common. The fact of the matter is that drunk driving charges do not just affect Hollywood's elite. Whether it is driving home from a Laker's game after having a couple of beers or leaving a friend's wine tasting party - Californians are pulled over every night for driving under the influence. The most important thing that you can do is contact a qualified Los Angeles DUI Defense Lawyer. You want someone who is local to the Los Angeles area and dedicates their practice to DUI defense in order to get the best possible outcome in your drunk driving case. ]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2010://10.11966 2010-01-20T15:54:45Z 2010-01-20T15:57:34Z

Allison Ross, anchorwoman for KFMB-TV for twelve years during 1978 to 1989 was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence last weekend. Ms. Ross was driving on the wrong side of the road at around 4 am Sunday according...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com driving under the influence last weekend. Ms. Ross was driving on the wrong side of the road at around 4 am Sunday according to the San Diego Police Department. Ross, also worked as an anchorwoman for KNSD for two years after leaving KFMB. She was arrested near her La Jolla home. An arrest for driving under the influence can be a very serious charge. No matter what the circumstances of your drunk driving case, you should always consult a qualified California DUI Defense Attorney. We can provide a free consultation 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Contact our offices now at 888-444-7210. ]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2010://10.11805 2010-01-11T16:37:27Z 2010-01-11T16:41:01Z

A Saturday night checkpoint in Fresno at the intersection of Ashlan Avenue and Millbrook Avenue netted 8 arrests and the impounding of 34 vehicles. All eight were arrested for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. This comes...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com Fresno DUI can affect your entire life. From the financial burden to looking at jail time, there are a number of decisions that need to be made quickly. The most important thing that you can do immediately after being arrested for driving under the influence in Fresno is hire a qualified DUI Defense Attorney. Our team of dedicated Fresno drunk driving lawyers will assist you with all aspects of your case. ]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2010://10.11741 2010-01-08T00:25:15Z 2010-01-08T00:30:15Z

After receiving a Los Angeles County DUI, Ms. Pratt entered a plea to no contest to a misdemeanor exhibition of speed charge. She was sentenced to three years informal probation and would be required to pay a fine in addition...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com Los Angeles County DUI, Ms. Pratt entered a plea to no contest to a misdemeanor exhibition of speed charge. She was sentenced to three years informal probation and would be required to pay a fine in addition to attending a mandatory alcohol program. Young Hollywood has been plagued with drinking and driving charges. From Lindsay Lohan to Shia Labeouf the images seemed ripped from the headlines. Los Angeles DUI charges can be very serious and can cause severe penalties such as mandatory jail sentences and high fines. If you or someone you know has been arrested for driving under the influence in Los Angeles or the surrounding counties, please do not hesitate to contact the office. We are a team of highly qualified DUI defense attorneys that can assist you with all aspects of your case. ]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2009://10.11553 2009-12-28T15:54:47Z 2009-12-28T15:57:11Z

The California Highway Patrol announced that the number of people arrested for allegedly drunk driving the night before Christmas was 71. This is two times the number of arrests that occurred in 2008. Thankfully, the county did not see any...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com California Highway Patrol announced that the number of people arrested for allegedly drunk driving the night before Christmas was 71. This is two times the number of arrests that occurred in 2008. Thankfully, the county did not see any fatal DUI accidents over the Christmas holiday, however statewide nine people were killed in traffic-related accidents. The holidays provide a source of joy and a number of holiday parties to attend. All arresting agencies are on a heightened alert to find people who may be under the influence of alcohol. If you or a loved one has been arrested for a Los Angeles County DUI, the first thing you should do is contact a qualified California DUI Defense Attorney who knows the law and will assist you with getting the best possible outcome in your drunk driving case. Call us toll free today at 888-444-7210. ]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2009://10.11478 2009-12-23T14:53:39Z 2009-12-23T14:56:24Z

The California Highway Patrol has released information regarding the fatal accident that occurred early Sunday morning on the I-10 freeway. A 42 year old woman was rear-ended by Thomas Vanauken from Anaheim while he was allegedly driving drunk. A witness...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com California Highway Patrol has released information regarding the fatal accident that occurred early Sunday morning on the I-10 freeway. A 42 year old woman was rear-ended by Thomas Vanauken from Anaheim while he was allegedly driving drunk. A witness to the accident indicated that Vanauken was travelling at more than 120 miles per hour when he collided with the 1995 Mitsubishi. Vanauken faces a number of charges including gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, driving while intoxicated and causing injury or death. The 42 year old Ontario woman driving the Mitsubishi was pronounced dead shortly after being taken to the hospital. One of her passengers also suffered moderate injuries. Fatal car accidents can affect your entire life. Especially if you are found to be under the influence of alcohol, the penalties can be devastating. The most important thing you can do if you are facing California DUI charges is hire a qualified Orange County Drunk Driving Defense Attorney.]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2009://10.11410 2009-12-21T14:02:47Z 2009-12-21T14:07:04Z

This past Saturday, the San Bernardino police arrested five people on suspicion of drunk driving during an eight-hour operation. Various other drivers were arrested or cited for other charges such as driving on a suspended or revoked license. San Bernardino...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com San Bernardino police arrested five people on suspicion of drunk driving during an eight-hour operation. Various other drivers were arrested or cited for other charges such as driving on a suspended or revoked license. San Bernardino DUI patrol operations such as this are common in arresting a number of possible drunk drivers. If you are ever charged with a DUI, then you need to know what to do next. It's important to have proper representation when dealing with a drunk driving charge because DUI cases can be difficult and complicated. There can be a number of defenses in dealing with a San Bernardino DUI that you may not be aware that may pertain to your case. It's important that you contact our California drunk driving defense attorney for further help in handling your DUI.]]> tag:www.CaliforniaDUIBlog.com,2009://10.11272 2009-12-15T15:36:19Z 2009-12-15T15:39:34Z

Early last Friday a woman was being arrested for a hit-and-run crash and was about to undergo a blood test when she ended up stealing an ambulance. She reportedly slipped past security and got into the running ambulance. The woman...

Thomas Wallin http://www.duipractice.com hit-and-run crash and was about to undergo a blood test when she ended up stealing an ambulance. She reportedly slipped past security and got into the running ambulance. The woman than took the ambulance for a short drive, parking it in front of a house, claiming she was looking for her ex-boyfriend. No one was further hurt and the ambulance was not damaged. The woman who stole the ambulance is facing charges of driving under the influence, along with stealing a vehicle. Driving under the influence in California is a difficult matter to deal with personally and professionally. With this legal matter, it is always in your best interest to have a DUI defense attorney working on your side to defend your rights. Our California drunk driving law firm knows what to expect in court on these matters, as well as how to best handle your specific case. You will want to get back to your normal life and work after a DUI, and with the help of our lawyers, you will soon be done with this difficult process.]]>