DUI Charges

If your ability to drive is impaired by alcohol in California, you can be arrested after a traffic stop. This could even happen if you are under the legal limit, if the police determine that you are still impaired. If they see you drifting in and out of your lane, for...

A DUI charge in San Diego County forces you to make decisions that impact your career and future. While most people understand "guilty" or "not guilty," you may also have the option to plead no contest, also known as nolo contendere. This choice has unique legal...

Staying silent isn’t always safe. In California, refusing to speak can lead to a resisting arrest charge if it stops police from doing something they’re legally allowed to do. Here’s when that silence can legally cross the line. Refusing to give ID during a lawful...

Ride-sharing apps have changed how many people get home after drinking. You may think their availability affects DUI rules or lowers legal risk. California law, however, focuses on driving behavior rather than transportation alternatives. Ride-sharing does not change...

When you face DUI charges in California, your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) becomes one of the most important pieces of evidence. Law enforcement uses BAC results to show whether you drove while legally under the influence. Understanding how officers collect and...

Getting charged with driving under the influence more than once in California can lead to much harsher penalties. Understanding what’s at stake helps you see how seriously California treats repeat DUI offenses. How California defines repeat DUI offenses California...

Being arrested for a DUI is a serious offense, but the presence of a child in your vehicle significantly intensifies the legal repercussions. In California, this specific circumstance results in enhanced penalties that escalate the seriousness of your situation...

If a police officer suspects that you’re impaired and pulls your car over, they may have you take certain tests to determine that impairment. These could start with field sobriety tests, such as the one-leg stand. But the officer may then ask you to take a breath...

A field sobriety test is something an officer may ask a driver to do if they suspect that they are impaired. The one-leg stand is a common example, as is the walk-and-turn test. Another is the horizontal gaze nystagmus test, which measures movement in the eye. The...

Facing a drunk driving charge can feel overwhelming. However, understanding the factors that affect breathalyzer results can be the first step in building a strong defense. In this blog, we’ll explore the various elements that can influence breathalyzer numbers. After...