Past posts on this blog touched upon the fact that your measured blood-alcohol content may not necessarily be an actual reflection of your level of intoxication. Like most people in California, you may assume that having a breath test with results greater than .08...

A conviction for driving under the influence in California can result in a license suspension, fines and even possible jail time. The state has established minimum sentences for DUI based on the factors of the case. Review the potential penalties for a California DUI...

You have likely heard the term "blood alcohol content" before. The police use this unit of measurement to determine if you are safe to drive on the road. Typically, the legal limit is 0.08 percent BAC level for adults of legal drinking age. But it may surprise you to...

In California, even a first-time DUI conviction may carry steep penalties, including expensive fines, time in jail and suspension of your license. Having a DUI on your record may also pose personal and professional obstacles, including higher insurance rates, loss of...

Many Californians revel in an outdoor lifestyle, driving in the sunshine or under the moonlight with delightful, comfortable temperatures year-round. What happens when the driver adds alcohol or other intoxicants to the day’s excursion?  Whether you are feeling the...

When California authorities stop your car and charge you with driving under the influence, know that it may cost you quite a bit of money if the charge leads to a conviction. Most first-time DUIs are misdemeanors, but even those have the capacity to lead to financial...

In California, an officer who suspects you of driving under the influence may administer a test. Though you may think of breath and blood tests firsts, you could actually face a different test before either of those. These are field sobriety tests and an officer often...

When drunk driving charges come up, many people worry about losing the ability to drive and the prospect of spending time behind bars. Aside from court-imposed consequences, there are many other challenges that people face following a DUI case. For example, a lot of...

The simple answer to this question is “yes,” considering all 50 states have ignition interlock laws. However, if you are facing a DUI charge in California. It is important to understand California's specific laws on this subject. The California Department of Motor...

When law enforcement pulls someone over for potentially driving under the influence, it is an alarming situation. A driver may feel a temptation to flee, but authorities are likely to catch up with the person sooner or later, and he or she will probably face...