When it comes to juvenile drunk driving laws, California has some of the strictest laws in the country. Minors can be arrested and charged with a California DUI if they have even the slightest trace of alcohol in their system. This is known as a Zero Tolerance policy and it is one of the most […]
Life After a DUI in California: How A DUI Will Change Your Life
When most people consider the consequences of a DUI conviction, they tend to only consider the immediate legal penalties for the crime. But what they fail to take into account is how life after a DUI in California will be different from life before the conviction. When you look at the drastic changes, it is […]
Eating Can Reduce Your Chance of a DUI
No one wants to get a DUI, even people who drink and drive. One of the best ways you can help ensure your BAC stays below the legal limit is to eat something before you drink. Here’s why eating can help. Food and Alcohol Absorption When you drink, 20% of the alcohol is absorbed through […]
Fighting Commercial License DUIs in San Diego
DUI charges are always serious, but for those with commercial driver’s licenses, these accusations could endanger their entire livelihoods. The national drunk driving laws concerning commercial drivers are much more strict than other drunk driving laws, which is why it is so important for commercial license holders to fight these charges with the help of […]
You Have the Right to Flip Off the Police -But You Probably Shouldn’t
An appeals court decision recently made news when judges ruled unanimously that giving the police the middle finger is protected free speech and cannot be used as grounds for a traffic stop. That being said, just because you have the right to flip off the police, it’s still probably something you don’t want to make […]
How do Police Determine You Are Too High to Drive? La Jolla DUI Lawyer
We’ve talked plenty about the portable breathalyzers, blood and breath tests police use to measure the Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) of a driver suspected of drunk driving, but when it comes to driving high, things are a lot more complicated. That’s because there is no legal limit defining how high someone needs to be in […]
California’s Pot Laws Are Notably Complex -Marijuana Crimes Attorney
California has been one of the most progressive states when it comes to the legalization of marijuana. In fact, its use is legal for both medicinal and recreational purposes, but there are still many rules regarding its use and sale. And, of course, it is important to note that federal law still makes possession of […]
Super Bowl Sunday is a Big Day for DUI Arrests
There are a handful of days throughout the year when police know ahead of time there will be far more drivers than usual driving while under the influence. Super Bowl Sunday is one of those days (as are New Year’s Eve, Christmas, Labor Day and the 4th of July) and as a result, there are […]
New California Laws You Should Know About in 2019
A new year means new laws are taking affect, many of which may affect you immediately or at some point in the future. Here’s a rundown of some of the most important criminal laws implemented in California, courtesy of Fallbrook defense lawyer Peter M. Liss. Ignition Interlock Devices Previously, those who got DUIs with high […]
Can You Drive for Uber With a DUI? Not Legally
One of the great things about being a driver for a company like Uber or Lyft is that you can set your own schedule and work whenever you choose, but those who already got a DUI can think twice about applying at these services. If you are a driver for hire and you’ve had a […]
