Under California law, dash cams are legal, but the state does place some restrictions on the devices. Whether or not you would benefit by installing such a device in your vehicle is a personal question that depends on how you drive and what situations you are likely to find yourself in. In some cases, the […]
What is the Sentence for Vehicular Manslaughter in California?
Vehicular homicide, detailed under California Penal Code section 192(c) (PC), is one of the most serious driving offenses a person can be charged with. It occurs when someone dies because another person was driving in negligently or unlawfully. You can even face vehicular manslaughter charges if you caused a fatal car accident while speeding. If […]
Can an Uber or Lyft Driver Have a DUI Conviction?
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 you typically cannot drive for either of these companies with a DUI on your record. Even if you don’t already have a drunk driving conviction […]
California Vehicle Code 10851 (VC): Joyriding in Vista
While everyone has heard of grand theft auto, aka GTA, (no doubt partially due to the successful video game franchise), joyriding is a much more commonly filed criminal offense in California. Prosecutors prefer to file joyriding charges, legally known as the unlawful taking or driving of a vehicle under California Vehicle Code section 10851 (VC), […]
DUI Car Accident Charges in Vista: 191.5(a), 191.5(b), and 23153 (PC)
Arrested for driving under the influence after a car accident in Vista or San Diego? Just because you were drinking doesn’t mean you’re automatically at fault or guilty. DUI accident defense lawyer Peter M. Liss can help protect your freedom and fight the charges. Quick Summary: DUI with accident isn’t always a felony in California. […]
Street Racing Charges in San Diego: 23109 (VC)
Teens and young adults have always participated in street racing to some extent. However, in recent decades, drag racing and unauthorized car shows, known as “street takeovers” and “sideshows,” have become increasingly common. San Diego police have stepped up enforcement by creating a dedicated street racing task force to combat these activities. At the same […]
Is it Illegal to Have Sex in Your Car or Other Public Place in California?
Around 25 percent of Americans have had sex in a public place. Because having sex in public is usually illegal thanks to public indecency laws, most of those people have committed the crime of lewd acts in public —and to some people, that’s considered part of the thrill. But for others, having sex in a […]
Driving with a Fever Could Leave You with a DUI
Many things can cause a falsely high breathalyzer result, including diabetes or a low-carb diet. But did you know that even fevers can affect breathalyzers enough to result in your being charged and convicted of drunk driving? It’s true, and because being sick can cause you to drive poorly, your chances of getting pulled over […]
How to Get a Restricted Driver’s License in CA
One of the most difficult things people who receive DUIs need to deal with is the loss of their driving privileges. In a car-oriented city like San Diego, just getting from home to work and back can be a nightmare without being able to drive a car of your own, but driving on a suspended […]
The Best DUI Plea Bargain Outcomes in Vista: Wet & Dry Reckless
If you are arrested for drunk driving in San Diego County, you won’t necessarily be convicted of driving under the influence. Even if your DUI lawyer can’t help you beat the charges altogether, he may at least be able to have the charges reduced. One of the most common ways this is achieved is through […]
