Drivers in California may face drunk driving charges after involvement in collisions or traffic stops. Both those who show diminished driving ability and those who fail chemical tests may end up facing driving under the influence (DUI) charges. Frequently, those...
Obviously, driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious offense, and law enforcement agencies employ various methods to determine if a driver is impaired. One common practice is the administration of field sobriety tests (FSTs). While these tests are intended...
The police have several methods of gathering evidence when they suspect a driver is drunk. For example, an open bottle of alcohol could be probable cause for an arrest. A driver may be asked to have their blood alcohol content evaluated by a breath test. Or, a driver...
People often get arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) offenses in California due to technical infractions. They didn't hit anybody or cause a crash. They may not have even demonstrated significant evidence of impairment while driving. Instead, they failed a...
Getting pulled over by the police is distressing for anyone, even those born and raised in America. For immigrants, who may feel more vulnerable in police stops, the experience can be downright frightening. A top goal for most immigrants is to do nothing to complicate...
A traffic stop often means that the police notice a driver acting in a way that might suggest they were doing or will do illegal activities, such as drunk driving. For example, driving between lanes, swerving or running lights may lead to a traffic stop. However, the...
California, renowned for its bustling cities and extensive road networks, strongly emphasizes road safety. One key aspect of ensuring safe roads is the implementation of zero-tolerance laws when it comes to underage driving under the influence (DUI). Here, you can...
You most likely know that drinking and driving can be dangerous. Unfortunately, even if you’re a careful driver, the police may pull you over and ask you to take field sobriety tests. By law, you don’t have to agree to take the sobriety tests. In addition, if you take...
As you may already know, drunk driving is a violation of traffic laws and, by getting caught, you could end up with a DUI charge. As a result of a DUI charge, your license could be suspended and you could face fees and incarceration. There may be a time when you need...
Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is illegal in every state. California, like many other states, has specific rules that determine if a driver is drunk. As such, if a driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) climbs above the legal limit then the police...