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Drunk young man holding a beer bottle while leaning out of a car window at night, illustrating the dangers of driving under the influence (DUI).
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Criminal Defense / DUI

A Guide to Aggravated DUI Charges in California

What Does Aggravated DUI Mean in California Criminal charges, whether related to drug crimes, domestic violence, DUI, or other crimes, should always be taken seriously. Whether you're facing a misdemeanor…

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November 25, 2023
Policeman administering breathalyzer test to young driver refusing to comply, illustrating DUI enforcement and consequences.
policeman giving breathalyzer to drunk driver showing refuse gesture, blurred background.
Criminal Defense / DUI

Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in California?

What Are DUI Checkpoints? DUI checkpoints are roadblocks that allow law enforcement officers to visually inspect drivers— and, to some degree, the inside of their vehicles—to make a determination about…

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November 25, 2023
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Young man meeting with advocate in pre-trial detention
Criminal Defense / DUI

What Are My Chances of Winning a DUI Case with a Public Defender?

Will a Public Defender Fight Hard on Your Behalf? Criminal charges of any kind, including DUI charges, can have serious consequences on your future. Even if it's a first-time DUI…

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November 25, 2023
Police officer holding a breathalyzer device in front of a police car, illustrating DUI enforcement and implied consent laws in California.
A police officer holding a breath test machine with his police car in the background. *the officer was blurred on purpose.
Criminal Defense / DUI

A Guide to Implied Consent Laws in California

What Is Implied Consent? The term implied consent refers to a law related to chemical tests for blood alcohol and drug levels. At its most basic, implied consent means that…

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August 25, 2023
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The Differences And Similarities Between DUID and DUI in California

This article was updated: Jan. 31st, 2023. DUID stands for Driving Under the Influence of Drugs, and it’s against the law in California and every other state. In California, a…

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January 31, 2023
Police officer holding a breathalyzer in front of a patrol car with flashing lights, illustrating DUI enforcement and breathalyzer tests in California.
DUI

How Accurate Are Breathalyzer Tests?

This article was updated: Jan. 29th, 2023. It is not difficult to get arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in the state of California. In 2016, the California Department…

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January 29, 2023