DUIs with Passengers Present
DUIs with Passengers Present California Law A question that often comes up, in the event of a DUI offense with passengers present, is if the passenger(s) can face DUI charges too. It is important to note, that in California, the law states that one can only face DUI charges if that individual is […]
California Federal DUI Lawyers
California Federal DUI Lawyers The United States legal system has two distinct levels of criminal law: state and federal. At the state level, local city or county governments handle all criminal matters. However, the Federal Government has jurisdiction over many laws outside of local city and county governments, which is why you should contact an […]
Video Games Lead to Higher Collision Rates
Video Games Lead to Higher Collision Rates 2021 marked a revolutionary year for technology and innovation, even amidst a global pandemic. Breakthrough discoveries like advances in Nuclear Fission, fully communicative AI assistants, and electric vehicles are just the beginning. Electric vehicles, in particular, have been on the rise since Tesla’s market debut in 2010. Once […]
A Commercial DUI
A Commercial DUI Commercial License In California, there are three different types of commercial driver’s license. A Commercial A license is based on weight. Commercial A driver’s license allow holders to operate a vehicle that has a gross combined weight of 26,000 lbs. On the other hand, a Commercial B license prohibits drivers […]
DUI While Visiting a Military Base
DUI While Visiting a Military Base Obtaining a DUI is still possible on a military base regardless if you are a civilian or not. In California, there are a significant number of military bases and obtaining a DUI one of them occurs quite often. When on Base When you are on base, […]
THC Field Testing
THC Field Testing The Need for THC Testing The ongoing trend of the legalization of marijuana throughout the nation, has resulted in an increase in the number of drug related DUIs in comparison to alcohol related DUIs. The increase in marijuana related DUIs has put pressure and demand for field/onsite testing devices for Marijuana/THC. Some […]
Most Dangerous Time on the Road
Most Dangerous Time on the Road Historically the most dangerous time on the road; the holiday season is a time full of celebration and alcohol. With Christmas and New Year’s quickly approaching, the increased opportunities for a DUI are upon us. While Christmas and New Year’s may look a little different admits the COVID-19 global […]
What Counts as Reasonable Suspicion in a DUI Investigation?
What Counts as Reasonable Suspicion in a DUI Investigation? In order for San Diego law enforcement to stop you for driving under the influence (DUI), they must have reasonable suspicion you have committed such a crime. If an officer has reasonable suspicion, they can conduct a brief field investigation. If further evidence of a DUI […]
How Can You Get a Wet Reckless When Only Wet?
How can you get a Wet Reckless when only wet? California Highway Patrol (CHP) DUI Officers This particular California Highway Patrolman (CHP) happens to be one of their DUI officers. CHP DUI officers are highly trained. They begin their training at the Academy in Sacramento. There they learn to operate breath tests, talk to jurors […]
How to Minimize Risk When Drinking Alcohol in Downtown San Diego?
How to minimize risk when drinking alcohol in downtown San Diego? 1. Rethink going out during the “reopening” period. A major risk that can easily be avoided is the regular DUI checkpoints that are expected to reconvene during this period. Not to mention the obvious, of having someone infect you with the Coronavirus/COVID-19. Reclosing […]