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March 4, 2010

Woman charged with 2 DUI's in 3 days!

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 was pulled over and arrested on Saturday and released the same day. That following Monday the woman was stopped and cited by the same arresting officer with a 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.

March 2, 2010

Can you be charged with a DUI without even driving a car?

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 when he found Fleck passed out. When police arrived they found Fleck sleeping, the hood of the car was cold and to top it off the car wouldn't even start. Fleck was 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.

February 28, 2010

Woman charged with gross vehicular manslaughter with prior DUI convictions in Orange County

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 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.

January 20, 2010

Anchorwoman arrested for La Jolla DUI

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 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.

January 11, 2010

Fresno DUI Checkpoint leads to eight arrests

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 after a number of attempts in the county to crack down on Fresno drunk driving after the holidays. Receiving a 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.

January 7, 2010

Hills Star Stephanie Pratt takes plea deal on DUI case

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 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.

December 28, 2009

Christmas Eve saw large number of DUI arrests in Los Angeles County

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 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.

December 21, 2009

Five San Bernardino DUI Arrests in Patrol Operation

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 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.

December 7, 2009

Drunk driving suspect injures two LADWP employees

Early on Tuesday morning, a possible DUI suspect hit and injured two Department of Water and Power employees in Los Feliz. The drunk driving accident occurred near Franklin Avenue and Canyon Drive where the workers suffered minor injuries due to the accident. Both workers were treated and released from the hospital, while the suspected DUI driver was taken into custody. Injuries are an extremely common result of drunk driving accidents. Various injuries that can occur include broken bones, head trauma, internal bleeding and cuts when a person chooses to drink and drive. Sometimes injuries can be serious and change your physical abilities, and in worse cases, death can be a result. If you have suffered an injury or lost a loved one due to a drunk driver's negligence, then you should contact a drunk driving accident attorney for help.

November 30, 2009

David Hasselhoff's Ex Arrested For Possible DUI

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.

November 25, 2009

How to avoid traffic tickets on Thanksgiving

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.

November 22, 2009

Politician's daughter arrested for Driving Under the Influence

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.

November 8, 2009

Lori Petty Sentenced in LA County DUI with Injury 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.

November 6, 2009

Santa Barbara Alleged Drunk Driver Results in 6 Injured

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.

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