There are dozens of myths about how to beat a Breathalyzer to lower your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) results. Unfortunately, while you can trick a Breathalyzer, most techniques increase your BAC, making you more likely to fail. Beyond that, if an officer catches you trying to use some of the tricks people have told you are […]
Minor In Possession of Alcohol Attorney In San Diego, California
In California, being under the legal drinking age doesn’t just prohibit you from consuming alcohol; it also prevents you from possessing it in any public place. Minors convicted of this crime face misdemeanor charges, but the offense is only punishable with a fine or community service, so teens convicted for this crime cannot be sentenced to […]
Can Gum Throw Off a 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, […]
Public Intoxication Charges: 647(f) (PC)
Being drunk in public in California isn’t technically illegal and can sometimes be a bit enjoyable as long as it doesn’t involve driving, biking, or boating under the influence. Just walking in public after drinking a beer or two isn’t enough to get you charged with this crime, and neither is drinking a beer in […]
Hazing in Vista Under California Penal Code 245.6 (PC)
One of the first things people associate with fraternities is the centuries-old tradition of hazing new pledges. Still, after multiple students died during hazing activities over the years, many states, including California, started banning dangerous initiation rituals. While not all forms of hazing are illegal, those likely to result in injuries are. If you have […]
What Happens to the Passengers in a DUI in Vista?
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 in Vista can sometimes complicate DUI arrest investigations and may even […]
Why Does Eating Before Drinking Reduce BAC?
No one wants to get a DUI, but in car-centric cities like Vista or San Diego, it’s pretty common for people to drive after enjoying a few drinks. If you want to go to the Stone Brewery for dinner and make it home to Vista before the babysitter’s shift ends, chances are you’ll need to […]
Is it Legal for Minors to Buy Kombucha and Drive?
Kombucha is a lightly fermented drink that has recently become trendy for its health benefits. But because the beverage is fermented, could it be safely consumed by a teenager, and if so, could they drink it before driving a vehicle? While it may be ok to consume due to its low alcohol content, attorney Peter […]
Can You be Arrested for a Confession Made at AA?
The Alcoholics Anonymous (and similar Narcotics Anonymous —NA) recovery process requires you to be open and honest about your past and to admit wrongs you made while under the influence. But is a confession made at Alcoholics Anonymous legally protected like those made to priests? The answer is complicated. Here’s what a defense attorney believes […]
Charges for Furnishing Alcohol or Drugs to a Minor in Vista, California
Most people don’t need to be told that it’s a crime to give alcohol to someone under 21, but what you might not know is that doing so could even land you in jail. The good news is that most of the time, furnishing alcohol to a minor is only an infraction punishable by a […]
