Most people know that drivers above a certain blood alcohol content (BAC) cannot legally operate a vehicle on California’s roadways. You may think that you cannot be in legal trouble if your BAC is lower than the legal limit, but that is not necessarily the case. What...
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DUI
How does your criminal record impact the penalties for a DUI?
Mistakes happen, and some of those mistakes may live on in your criminal record. These past mistakes can have an even greater impact if you face criminal charges again. How might a prior conviction of driving under the influence (DUI) impact the penalties you face?...
How accurate is testing for a marijuana DUI?
Under California law, driving under the influence of marijuana can lead to penalties similar to those for driving under the influence of alcohol. A conviction can lead to fines, probation, jail time and a driver’s license suspension. This can lead many to wonder how...
Commercial drivers face stricter DUI penalties
When people in California hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL), their life and their livelihood depend on maintaining that license. However, drunk driving charges can put their license and their career at risk. What should CDL holders know about driving under the...
Can you refuse to take a breath test?
Whether walking a line or breathing into a breathalyzer device, field sobriety tests are a prominent step in many traffic stops. While these tests are common, many people facing charges of driving under the influence (DUI) may still wonder whether they can refuse this...
Could a DUI put your professional license in danger?
Many know about the impact that a drunk driving charge can have on their life. They may face fines, jail time and even the loss of their driver’s license. However, some may not know that driving under the influence (DUI) charges can impact another license: their...
Can you be charged with a DUI for taking your medication?
Whether you are managing a chronic medical condition or recovering from illness or injury, your health may depend on taking prescribed medication regularly. However, many may not know that following their doctor’s orders could put them at risk of a drugged driving...
Is it illegal to have a beer while boating?
It is a well-known fact that it is illegal to drive a car, truck or motorcycle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. A lesser known – but equivalent – misdemeanor offense is boating under the influence (BUI). It’s important to understand what qualifies as...
After drinking, you may have to wait longer than you think before driving
We all know the effects of alcohol on drivers. But many people think they can handle driving when the effect of the alcohol they consumed has not yet worn off. In 2018, the California Office of Traffic Safety reported that there were more than 1,000 deaths in...
Lessons to learn from Bruce Springsteen’s DUI arrest
On Feb. 7, rock legend Bruce Springsteen appeared in his first-ever Super Bowl commercial driving a Jeep and urging unity for a divided nation. A couple of days later, the carmaker pulled the ad after it was disclosed that “The Boss” was charged with DUI in New Jersey...
