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Using An Ignition Interlock Device After A DUI in San Diego, California
Ignition interlock devices (IIDs) are sometimes mandatory for California drivers who have been convicted of driving under the influence to get back on the road, while in other cases, their installation is optional and can help people get back on the road earlier. Whether you are at risk of a mandatory installation or are considering […]
Using A Diet Beverage Mixer May Increase Your Chance of Getting A DUI
Whether because they’re cutting calories or because the like the taste, there are a whole lot of people that use diet sodas as mixers and chasers while drinking. What most people don’t know though is that drinking alcohol with artificial sweeteners can actually make your BAC drastically higher than if you drank something with real […]
The Do’s & Don’ts of DUI Traffic Stops in San Diego
No one wants to be pulled over, especially for drunk driving, but knowing what to do during a DUI traffic stop can make all the difference in your driving under the influence case later on. While most people want to get back on the road as soon as possible after they have been stopped by […]
Not Guilty Due to Sleepwalking? It Can Happen, but Rarely
It seems like something out of a bad detective story, but as more and more people have begun taking prescription drugs with sleepwalking as a side effect, the number of crimes committed by sleepwalkers have dramatically increased over the last few decades and most commonly include offenses such as murder, sex crimes (a specific condition […]
What Happens to the Passengers in a DUI? Can They go to Jail Too?
Many people pulled over for drunk driving aren’t alone in the car. While most people aren’t surprised to learn that a driver can face additional charges if the passengers are minors, they are often surprised to discover that adult passengers of a drunk driver can sometimes complicate DUI arrest investigations and may even be charged […]
Is it a Crime to Drive When Hungover? In Some Cases
It’s common knowledge that driving under the influence is against the law, but most people assume that by the time they’re hungover they can drive without any risk of a DUI. Overall, they’re right, but there are some circumstances where driving hungover can be against the law. Juveniles Driving With a Hangover One of the […]
Is a DUI in California a Felony or Misdemeanor?
Drunk driving should always be viewed as a serious charge as it can result in jail time, massive fines, prevent you from being able to drive and leave you with expensive insurance deductibles even once you do get your license back. But some driving under the influence cases are even more serious and can even […]
Can Your Migraine Leave You Facing DUI Charges?
Migraines and cluster headaches are debilitating conditions that don’t just cause pain, but also other symptoms that make many sufferers want to do nothing more than squirrel themselves away in a dark room. Unfortunately, many people simply don’t aren’t able to go into another room when a migraine strikes, but instead have to find a […]
