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| March 21, 2011 |
| LAPD Revises Impound Policy for DUI Checkpoints |
| Posted By Thomas V. Wallin |
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In response to growing criticism, the Los Angeles Police Department has announced that a new impound policy is now in effect for sobriety checkpoints.
Under the new LAPD policy, drivers who do not have licenses or insurance will be allowed to call a legal driver to retrieve the vehicle, rather then towing it to an impound yard where fees quickly accrue. Minority rights groups had protested that legal and illegal immigrants were particularly hard-hit by the former policy because they could not afford to reclaim their vehicles.
"If the registered owner is unlicensed, the owner may authorize release of the vehicle to a licensed driver at the scene, and the unlicensed driver will be issued a citation," LAPD spokesman Richard French said. "When the vehicle cannot be released to a licensed driver, the vehicle will be impounded."
The policy will not apply to DUI offenders. Vehicles of alleged drunk drivers or drivers with suspended licenses due to DUI charges will still be towed and impounded, the LAPD said.
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| July 04, 2010 |
| July 4th Weekend DUI Sobriety Checkpoints |
| Posted By Thomas V. Wallin |
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Los Angeles drivers need to be cautious this July 4th weekend as law enforcement has planned a number of DUI checkpoints and saturation patrol units. The Los Angeles Police Department has announced plans for a checkpoint to be located at Broadlawn Avenue and Cahuenga Boulevard. The LAPD has also said that there will be one set up on Florence Avenue between Broadway and Main streets. West Covina Police Department has planned a DUI checkpoint for an undisclosed location.
If you or someone you know has been arrested for aLos Angeles DUI then you need to contact a Los Angeles drunk driving defense attorney immediately. DUI checkpoints can be nerve-racking for anyone who has to go through them, but there are defenses if you are arrested. Constitutionally law enforcement must follow certain guidelines to protect the rights of the drivers. Call our offices now to get a free consultation from a knowledgeable Los Angeles DUI lawyer. |
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| April 21, 2010 |
| Los Angeles DUI Checkpoint scheduled |
| Posted By Thomas V. Wallin |
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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. |
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