Recent Posts in California Highway Patrol Category

According to a 627-page report by the California Highway Patrol, 18-year-old Sylvia Garay had a blood alcohol level between 0.11 and 0.14 at the time of a tragic California bus accident that killed Garay and five others approximately one year ago.

"In the end, it was a DUI collision. [Garay} made poor choices to drink and drive and from that six people lost their lives," said Sgt. Rob Krider with the Major Accident Investigation Team.

According to CBS 47, investigators concluded that Garay and Stephanie Cordoba had been drinking shots of raspberry and apple Smirnoff vodka and Four Loco, purchased by a friend who was over 21. They drank at a friend's house before going to a Fresno nightclub. After the club closed, Garay got behind the wheel and lost control of her SUV on Freeway 99.

"Passengers at that point survived the impact, in fact, they were trying to exit the vehicle," said Assistant Chief Steve Badilla of the Central Division CHP office.

However, just two minutes and 32 seconds later, an approaching Greyhound bus crashed directly into the near of the Trailblazer after he failed to notice the disable vehicle in the dark road.

While the CHP faults Garay, an attorney representing the families of passengers Cordoba and Vanessa Gonzalez isn't entirely convinced. He questions the bus driver's speed and reaction and the CHP's response time between when the original California DUI accident happened and when the bus entered the picture.

The District Attorney's office is reviewing the report. It's unknown whether any criminal charges will be filed. 

If you or someone you love is involved in a California DUI-related accident, it is imperative to contact an experienced California DUI defense attorney as soon as possible. We will answer any questions you may have, provide you with legal advice, and represent you during both the DMV and criminal court hearings. 

A 40 year old man, who was previously driving under the influence, was successfully detained after he threatened to jump from the Bay Bridge in San Francisco Saturday afternoon.

According to the California Beat, the man drove onto the bridge, got out of his vehicle and climbed onto the ledge of the bridge at around 2:45pm.   California Highway Patrol closed several lanes on both the upper and lower deck of the Bay Bridge as a precaution and the United States Coast Guard dispatched a boat to wait at the underside of the bridge just in case.

Officers and negotiators were able to convince the man to not jump at around 4:30pm and he was taken to the local hospital for medical evaluation. The man then was arrested after officers discovered he had been driving under the influence prior to attempting to jump from the bridge.

If you have been arrested for driving under the influence, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today so that we can get started on giving you the best possible representation. 

Alan Tudyk was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Soquel.  

According to the Santa Cruz Sentinel, the “Dodgeball” and “Death at a Funeral” actor was stopped at around 1am after CHP officers saw his Land Cruiser speeding 40 mph in a 25 mph zone.   Tudyk declined a breathalyzer test but he did fail a field sobriety test and was arrested without incident.

Field sobriety tests must be done in accordance to specific guidelines and oftentimes, officers fail to administer them correctly. If you have been arrested after failing a field sobriety test, contact our Santa Cruz County DUI Defense Attorneys to find out how we can help you.

Kenneth Marshall, 34, of Victorville was arrested for suspicion of driving under the influence after he caused an accident by crashing into a California Highway Patrol vehicle and was in violation of probation for a previous DUI conviction. According to The Sun, the CHP was on their way to an off-road motorcycle accident when he was hit by Marshall who was going through an intersection and did not stop for the CHP. 

Thankfully, neither the officer nor Marshall was injured in the crash. If you or someone you know has been in an accident due to driving under the influence, you should contact a leadingCalifornia DUI Defense Attorney. 

26-year-old Jason Andrew Sabedra was arrested for drunk driving in the California Highway Patrol parking lot.  Apparently, Sabedra thought he was at the McKinleyville store when he drove his 2002 Pontiac Grand Am into the CHP lot.  CHP officers came out to investigate the loud music.  Sabedra ran over a concrete bumper eventually peeling out and causing the CHP to move nearby onlookers to safety.

Receiving a DUI can affect all aspects of your life.  You could lose your job, license and even face jail time.  No matter what the circumstances of your case, the best idea is to contact a qualified California DUI lawyer.  Fill out our free online California DUI case evaluation now and receive an instant call back from a leading drunk driving attorney. 

One of the most common reasons for being pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence is because of weaving.  The California Highway Patrol has reported that some 244,000 people were cited for distracted driving leading to around 16 deaths.  Many reports are starting to indicate that distracting driving may produce more grim statistics than California DUI cases.  The unfortunate reality is that people use their cell phone while driving and it can have serious consequences.

If you have been pulled over for weaving because you were on the phone or texting and were subsequently charged with driving under the influence, call our offices today.  We offer a free initial consultation with a leading DUI defense attorney.  Call us toll free today or fill out our online case evaluation.

Memorial Weekend typically brings in a large amount of drunk driving arrests, this year around 80 more people were arrested in the same 60 hour period as last year.  The California Highway Patrol reports that 302 people were arrested in Los Angeles County over the holiday weekend while last year only 220 were arrested during this same time period.  This statistic is on par with the state average.  The CHP is reporting that last year they arrested 1465 people on suspicion of drunk driving while from 6:01 pm Friday May 28 until 6:00 am Monday May 31 there were 1541 arrests. 

This increase in Los Angeles DUI arrests only goes to show the heightened presence of police and arresting agencies on the lookout for suspected drunk drivers.  If you are arrested for driving under the influence in Los Angeles County the most important thing you can do is contact a Los Angeles DUI Defense Attorney who can assist you with all aspects of your case. Call today for a free case consultation.

21 year-old Edgar G. Haro was arrested for suspicion of a Merced County DUI after he collided with a truck on Highway 165.  Haro's passenger suffered major injuries and was taken to the nearby Modesto's Doctors Medical Center early on Friday April 30.  The truck driver did not suffer any injuries.  California Highway Patrol stated that Haro turned left in front of the truck causing the collision at the August Avenue intersection. 

Driving under the influence in California is extremely serious.  If you are involved in an accident and arrested for a California DUI you could face felony charges.  A felony DUI could result in state prison time.  Even if only the passenger was injured you can still face felony charges if they have great bodily injury.  If you have been arrested for a California DUI the first call you must make is to a knowledgeable drunk driving defense attorney.  Remember you have only ten calendar days to save your license.  Contact us today.

California Highway Patrol announced this morning that a Maywood officer was injured when a suspected drunk driver made a left turn in front of the squad car she was driving.  A witness to the accident claims the officers were driving at a high rate of speed with no lights activated when the alleged drunk driver turned in front of it.  All other parties involved in the accident suffered minor injuries.  The man accused of a Los Angeles DUI was driving on a suspended license and failed a field sobriety test given to him at the scene.

An arrest for a Los Angeles DUI can affect all aspects of your life.  If you are arrested for a Los Angeles DUI where an accident was involved you could face felony drunk driving charges.  If a party is severely injured the likelihood that you will face state prison time is very high.  Given the severity of the circumstances, you must contact a Los Angeles drunk driving attorney immediately after being arrested for a DUI.  Don't face the charges alone, receive a free consultation now.  Fill out our free online Los Angeles DUI evaluation and receive an instant call back.

Last week a Newport Beach Police Officer was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence further proving that a California DUI can happen to anyone.  Monica Aguilar, was arrested on Friday March 5, in Los Angeles County for allegedly driving drunk on the eastbound 10 Freeway at around 9:25 PM.  She was pulled over for tinted windows and was later taken in by the California Highway Patrol and given a breath test.  According to the CHP – the breath test came back at over .08%.  The  Newport Beach Police Department refused to comment on Ms. Aguilar.

Driving under the influence in Los Angeles can be a very serious offense.  Even as an officer you are not immune from arrest for a California DUI.  Our offices have handled DUI cases for officers, firefighters and military alike.  Call our offices toll free now for a free consultation.  We are here to help 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  Contact our team of dedicated Los Angeles DUI Defense Attorneys today!

Richard Jung was killed on New Year’s Day when he was rear-ended by an alleged drunk driver causing his car to veer into oncoming traffic.  Three people were killed in the accident including Jung’s mother who was in the passenger seat and another driver who died at the hospital. The California Highway Patrol reported that Herculano Hernandez, is facing three counts of second-degree murder as well as nine other felony counts.

Felony DUI charges are very serious and can result in a state prison sentence.  An experienced California DUI Attorney can assist you with all aspects of your case including the DMV hearing.  A case involving great bodily injury or fatalities requires immediate action.  Contact our offices immediately for a free California drunk driving case consultation.

The holiday weekend brought an increase in California DUI arrests according to the CHP.  Across the state from 6:01 pm Christmas Eve to 6 am Sunday there were 16 fatal traffic accidents.  In Los Angeles County alone, the arrests from driving under the influence nearly doubled.  The CHP and other agencies are reported to be gearing up for this weekend, one of the most notorious drinking holidays of the weekend.

Holiday parties provide a great source of entertainment, however they also come during a time when law enforcement agencies have beefed up patrolling for drunk driving.  Citizens are encouraged to report any signs of impaired driving.  Being arrested for a California DUI can be terrifying.  The best thing that you can do is hire a leading California drunk driving defense attorney to assist you with all aspects of your case.