Recent Blog Posts in April 2010

A DUI checkpoint has been scheduled at the intersection of Glendale Boulevard and Effie Street in Los Angeles.  Los Angeles Police Department has announced that the checkpoint will take place on April 16, 2010 from 8:00 pm to 3:00 am.  For further information regarding this checkpoint call Officer Don Inman, Traffic Coordination Section at 213-486-0703.

If you are arrested for a DUI at a checkpoint in Los Angeles the first phone call you should make is to a qualified DUI attorney.  Our team of dedicated Los Angeles DUI Defense lawyers is well-versed in drunk driving defense and will assist you with all aspects of your case.  From contacting the California Department of Motor Vehicles to representing you in your criminal court case we will help you from beginning to end. 

Ray Ashburn entered a plea of no contest to the charge of driving under the influence.  He was sentenced to two days in county jail and three years of informal probation.  Ashburn was pulled over on March 14 leaving a gay bar.  As an outspoken anti-gay advocate, Ashburn was highly criticized after the incident and has sense admitted that he is gay.

A Bakersfield DUI can be extremely detrimental to your career and your personal life.  From the court and DMV hearings to the public condemnation associated with your charge it is in your best interest to consult with a highly qualified Bakersfield DUI attorney.  Call our office today for a free initial case consultation.

Megan Hauerman of reality TV fame including being a contestant on Beauty and the Geek, Rock of Love with Bret Michaels, I Love Money and Rock of Love: Charm School was arrested for driving under the influence at around 3:00 am this morning in Miami.  She was allegedly driving to the strip club where she works.  Police indicate that the former star of 'Megan wants a Millionaire' was weaving and then sped to 75 mph in a 55 mph zone.  She blew a .102 at the station. 

Driving under the influence is a serious offense.  In California if you are arrested for drunk driving you will be charged with violation of vehicle code section 23152 (a) and (b).  The (a) count is driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.  The (b) count of the vehicle code section is driving with a BAC of over .08%.  If you are arrested for drunk driving, contact our California DUI Lawyers immediately for a free consultation.

Packers tight end, Spencer Havner is suspected of driving under the influence in California.  The California Highway Patrol has announced that they are seeking DUI charges against him after the 27-year old crashed his motorcycle.  Havner is recovering from a broken scapula associated with the crash, but has denied the allegations.  Currently Havner has not been formally charged with a California DUI.

Driving under the influence charges in California can be devastating.  If you were involved in a California DUI with accident you not only have to deal with the criminal court and the DMV, but you may also be facing serious injuries.  It is imperative that you speak with a top California DUI attorney immediately after being involved with a drunk driving incident.

Dorell Wright, forward for the Miami Heat was charged with a DUI last month.  His arrest for drunk driving resulted in a two game suspension.  In addition to DUI charges, Wright faced a charge for driving with a suspended license.  Since the arrest, nude photos of Wright have surfaced on the internet.

In California, an arrest for driving under the influence is very serious.  Violation of Vehicle Code section 23152 (a) and (b) can result in a lengthy license suspension, hefty fines and potential jail time.  It is imperative that you seek the advice of a leading California DUI Defense attorney immediately after you are arrested.  You have only ten calendar days from the date of arrest to save your license.

On May 8, 2010, MADD OC will host a walk in Huntington Beach to raise money for their program.  Deemed the "Walk Like MADD" campaign - their goal is $207,000.00 for this event.  Currently, MADD has raised around $83,000.  The event is to take place at the Huntington City Beach at the Cross streets of PCH and Beach Boulevard.  Opening Ceremonies begin at 8:30 am.

Our team of dedicated California DUI Defense Attorneys do not promote drunk driving.  We promote everyone's constitutional right to an attorney and their right to a criminal hearing.  We do not support interest groups such as the MADD organization that routinely give out awards based on an officers number of DUI arrests even though the defendant in the case comes back with a blood test result of .02%.  If you are arrested for driving under the influence in California - don't feel like all is lost.  Call our California DUI lawyers today.

Ronnie brown was arrested Saturday March 20 at around 4:30 am for driving under the influence.  He was visiting his parents for their anniversary and later went to a club.  After leaving the club he was pulled over for failing to a turn signal.  He believes he was profiled for the type of car he was driving and because of his race. 

Driving under the influence carries significant penalties from the Department of Motor Vehicles and from the criminal court system.  If you are arrested for a California DUI the first thing you need to do is contact a dedicated drunk driving defense attorney who can assist you with all aspects of your case.  Failure to contact an attorney could mean that you don't get the best possible outcome in your case.  Fill out our free online California DUI case evaluation now.