When you have been arrested for drunk driving, you will be asked whether you want to take a blood or breath test. You are legally required to take one of these chemical tests under California law. Both tests have their upsides and downsides, and there are a number of things to consider when choosing which […]
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Criminal Appeals In CA
If you are convicted for a crime, you may be able to file for an appeal if you believe the original court made an error in their verdict or sentencing. These errors can be intentional -for example, due to police misconduct at the arrest, or accidental -such as mishandling of evidence by forensic staff. Common […]
California’s Implied Consent Law
When you get a driver’s license in California, you must sign an agreement that states that if you are pulled over for suspicion of driving under the influence, you will consent to a blood, breath or urine test. This is known as the Implied Consent Law. It is important to note that this agreement does […]
What Exactly Is BAC According to California Law?
If you live in California, then you probably already know that the state has its maximum driving BAC set at 0.08%, but that doesn’t mean much to those who don’t understand what BAC actually means. The basics are simple, BAC stands for Blood Alcohol Concentration and is a means of measuring how much alcohol a […]
DUI Arraignment Procedures In Vista, California
When you have been arrested for drunk driving, you will face an arraignment shortly thereafter; generally, within three business days if you are in custody and within two months if you are out of custody. Currently, Vista DUI rules require everyone arrested on a first time misdemeanor charge to post $2,500 bail or remain in […]
