The DUI checkpoint is an important tool in the arsenal of law enforcement to combat drunk driving in California. Unfortunately, DUI checkpoints can be very intimidating for drivers who aren't aware of their rights. The next time you encounter a DUI checkpoint, here...

After California law enforcement arrested you for driving under the influence, you have a lot of concerns about your future. Could you reduce your charges somehow?  The American Bar Association examines plea bargains and how they work. Learn about your options for...

Whether you are an undergraduate or graduate student, you probably have plenty of options to consume alcohol. If you drink too much before climbing behind the wheel, though, you may experience serious legal penalties and life consequences. You may have heard a...

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...