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Can Gum Throw Off a Breathalyzer?

October 23, 2023 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

can gum affect breathalyzer?

There are a lot of rumors about how gum may affect breathalyzer test results. Some people think chewing it before providing a breath test will help cover the odor of the alcohol, helping to lower their BAC. Others believe that the artificial sugars in gum contain alcohol and will, therefore, cause them to appear drunk, […]

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Can You Get a DUI on a Skateboard or Rollerblades?

September 14, 2023 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

can you get a dui on a skateboard

California state driving laws establish a very specific definition of “vehicle” under the law, explicitly defining it as something self-propelled or powered by something other than a human. As a result, while you can get a DUI while riding a horse, operating a boat, or even using a ride-on lawnmower, you cannot get one for bouncing […]

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Can Reasonable Suspicion be Based on an Anonymous 911 Tip?

September 7, 2023 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

Police Spying on Phone Calls

On any given Friday or Saturday night, you might see signs on the side of the freeway advising drivers to report anyone they suspect of drunk driving to 911. But can you really be stopped and arrested for drunk driving just because someone reported you to the police? And if so, are there other situations […]

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What to Know About the DUI Program in San Diego

September 6, 2023 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

san diego dui program

If you are convicted of drunk driving in San Diego County, you must complete a DUI program as part of your sentence. The course length will depend on how many previous DUIs you have on your record and how high your BAC was at the time of your arrest. If you have any specific questions […]

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Life After a DUI in California

August 28, 2023 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

life after a dui in california

When most people consider the consequences of a DUI conviction, they only think about the immediate legal penalties. What they fail to take into account is how their life will change after a DUI conviction. When you look at the dramatic and devastating life changes you’ll likely go through after a conviction, it is easy to […]

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Juvenile DUI Laws in California

August 25, 2023 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

San Diego underage DUI lawyer

When it comes to juvenile DUI laws, California has some of the strictest laws in the country. Under the state’s Zero Tolerance policy, detailed under the state Vehicle Code section 23136 (VC), minors can be arrested and charged with drunk driving if they have even the slightest trace of alcohol in their system. If you […]

Filed Under: San Diego Juvenile Crimes Lawyer, The CA Legal System, DUI Lawyers Vista Tagged With: drinking and driving while a minor, california dui laws, underage dui, zero tolerance law, minor dui, california bac, juvenile duis

You Won’t Believe These Famous DUI Cases

July 19, 2023 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

celebrity DUIs

Drunk driving is one of the most commonly committed crimes in America, and celebrities are just as likely to drive under the influence as the general populace. While you may feel all alone when you have been charged with a DUI, remember that many people (including some of the most famous people in the world) […]

Filed Under: DUI Lawyers Vista, CRIMINAL DEFENSE, Hypotheticals, San Diego Juvenile Crimes Lawyer, DUI / FELONY DUI, Fleeing the Police, DRIVING OFFENSES, Street Racing, DRUG OFFENSES, HYPOTHETICAL SITUATIONS, JUVENILE CRIME Tagged With: celebrities with duis, famous people busted for drunk driving, stars with duis, celebrity drunk driving cases, drunk driving convictions

Need a San Diego Marijuana Attorney?

July 13, 2023 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

San Diego marijuana crimes attorney

With different rules for those using pot for medicinal or recreational purposes, California cannabis laws can be very confusing. Meanwhile, possession, cultivation, sale, or transportation of marijuana for any reason is still illegal under federal law. To help clarify things, San Diego criminal defense attorney Peter Liss has put together this guide on marijuana possession, […]

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Can You Get a DUI for Driving Under The Influence of Drugs?

July 11, 2023 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

Driving Under The Influence of Drugs in California

  Because many people have only heard about drunk driving, they do not think that driving while high is as serious of a crime. But driving under the influence of drugs (DUID) is dangerous for precisely the same reason, as these substances impair your judgment and reaction time. For this reason, you can face charges […]

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San Diego Commercial DUI Lawyer

July 6, 2023 Written by Jill Harness and Edited by Peter Liss

commercial DUI attorney

DUI charges are always serious, but for those with a commercial driver’s license (CDL), these allegations can endanger their entire livelihoods. The national drunk driving laws concerning commercial drivers are much stricter than other DUI laws, and California’s are some of the most restrictive in the nation. If you are a commercial vehicle and truck […]

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criminal justice attorney Peter M. Liss
The Experience You Need

I have been practicing law for over 35 years, and opened my own law firm in 1998, after serving as Assistant Supervising Public Defender for the Vista Public Defender’s Office. I have defended many high profile cases in my career, fighting charges ranging from drunk driving to capital murder.

Two Easy-to-Find Offices

My Vista offices are located just off the 78 freeway, directly across the street from the local courthouse and jail facility. For those further south, I have another office in Carmel Valley, off the 5 freeway and highway 56. Both offices offer free parking.

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You can call my offices any time of day, every day to speak with a live person who can help you schedule a free initial consultation. If you have any questions, I return my calls promptly and courteously.

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I ensure all clients receive top quality representation at affordable rates and I accept all major credit cards. Hablamos Espanol.

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I handle all types of misdemeanor and felony criminal cases in San Diego County, including:

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Attorney Peter M. Liss,
(760) 643-4050
380 S Melrose Drive #301
Vista, CA 92081

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About the Legal Information on This Website

I rely on my experience as a top defense lawyer in my area to personally review all information on this site; however the information offered here should not substitute as legal advice. If you have been arrested or charged with a crime in Vista, please contact a qualified defense attorney.