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If you plan on going out this weekend, please be aware of the upcoming DUI sobriety checkpoints. If you happen to be arrested during a DUI check point, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers as soon as possible. We will look into the details of your case to ensure that the arrest was done lawfully and in accordance to specific guidelines.

Contact our CA DUI Attorneys today at 888-844-4384 or fill out our FREE DUI case evaluation form to have a dedicated lawyer contact you directly!

Friday, December 2^nd

Los Angeles:  8pm-2am - Lincoln Blvd. at Maxella Ave.

Orange County:  DUI roving patrol in the cities of Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel and Laguna Woods

Saturday, December 3^rd

Los Angeles: 8pm - 2am - Cahuenga Blvd. at Broadlawn Dr.

San Jacinto: 7pm - 3am - undisclosed location

San Jose: 9pm - 3am - undisclosed location

Sunday, December 4^th

Los Angeles: 12pm - 8pm - Harbor area

If you plan on going out and drinking this weekend, please make sure to have a designated driver or hire a taxi prior to leaving your home.

 Our California DUI Defense Lawyers know how stressful it can be to go through a DUI sobriety checkpoint, even if you haven't been drinking at all.  Most arresting officials announce the checkpoint prior to its commencement; however, it is not uncommon for the checkpoint to be announced moments before it is to begin.  The information below is designed to inform you of the upcoming DUI checkpoints that may be in your area.

If you are arrested during a DUI sobriety checkpoint, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers as soon as possible. Waiting to hire a reputable DUI attorney in CA can be detrimental to your case. Fill out our DUI case evaluation form or call us at 888-844-4384!

Friday, November 25^th

Bakersfield:  all weekend long - undisclosed location

Norco : 7pm - 3am - undisclosed location

Saturday, November 26^th

Modesto: 9:30pm-3:30am - undisclosed location

Ventura: 8pm - 3am - undisclosed location

If you plan on going out this weekend, please be aware of the upcoming DUI sobriety checkpoints that may be occurring near you. While most DUI checkpoints are announced prior to their commencement, arresting officials are now trying to postpone the announcement as long as possible so that motorists do not intentionally avoid having to go through a checkpoint.   If you do not see a DUI checkpoint located in a city near you that does not mean that one might not pop up throughout the weekend. Be prepared and have a designated driver or hire a taxi if you plan on going out and drinking.

Once you are arrested at a DUI checkpoint, it is recommended that you hire a reputable California DUI Defense Lawyer who knows the laws and is able to investigate your case.   Our California DUI Attorneys have been practicing DUI defense for over a decade and will fight for you. Call us today at 888-844-4384 or fill out our FREE DUI case evaluation form to have an attorney contact you directly.

Friday, October 7

Escondido: all weekend - undisclosed location

Saturday, October 8

Redlands: 10pm-4am - northbound lanes of Orange St., south of Pearl Ave.

Being arrested for a California driving under the influence charge can be stressful and expensive, especially if you are pulled over during a DUI Sobriety Checkpoint. Fortunately, our California DUI Defense Lawyers have been trained in administering DUI field sobriety tests as well as the breathalyzer test and will utilize this knowledge in helping you get a more favorable outcome in your specific DUI case.  

Our CA DUI Lawyers want you to be aware of the upcoming, as well as previous, DUI sobriety checkpoints that may be near you. While these checkpoints are supposed to be announced prior to their commencement, it is not uncommon for arresting officers to wait until the last minute to post the time and location of a checkpoint. This is done to deter motorists from purposely avoiding a certain area knowing that there might be a checkpoint.

Contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today if you are arrested during a DUI sobriety checkpoint. We will discuss the details of your case, answer any questions you may have and provide you with a free quote. Call us today at 888-844-4384 or fill out our FREE DUI case evaluation form to have an attorney contact you directly!

Friday, September 30^th

Inglewood: 7pm-3am - Manchester Blvd. at Kareem Court

San Rafael: 6pm - early morning - Eastbound Third St. at Union St. , may relocate to Irwin St. at Fifth Ave.

San Diego County: evening - Valley Center, time and location undisclosed

Ventura:   8pm-3am - undisclosed location

Getting around California without can be quite hard, especially if you do not reside in a pedestrian friendly city. Unfortunately, if you are arrested for driving under the influence, you could be facing a yearlong license suspension, making it that much harder to get to work, school or anywhere else you may want to go.  

Our California DUI Attorneys want you to be aware of the upcoming DUI sobriety checkpoints so that you can have a designated driver or call a taxi if you plan on going out.   These checkpoints are usually announced prior to their commencement; however it is not uncommon for arresting officials to prolong announcing the checkpoint until moments before it actually begins.

If you are arrested during a DUI Sobriety Checkpoint, contact tour California DUI Defense Lawyers as soon as possible .Waiting to hire an attorney can be detrimental to you case; call us today at 888-844-4384 or fill out our free California DUI case evaluation form to have a lawyer contact you directly!

Friday 9/16

Buena Park: 7pm - 3am - Stanton Ave. & Beach Blvd.

Petaluma: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

San Mateo: 6pm-2am - Fourth Ave.

Saturday 9/17

Modesto: 9:30pm - 3:30am - undisclosed location

Ventura: 8pm-3am - undisclosed location

Westminster: 9pm-2am - Westminster Blvd. & Edwards St.

DUI sobriety checkpoints are designed to protect the public from motorists who may be driving under the influence. These checkpoints usually occur over the weekend and are near areas known for frequent DUI arrests.   If you plan on going out this weekend, please have a designated driver or hire a taxi as there will be plenty of DUI sobriety checkpoints all throughout California.

 Contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys if you happen to be arrested during a DUI checkpoint; we will look into the details of your arrest and will represent you throughout your entire case.

Friday 9/9

Fortuna: 9pm - early morning - 500 block of S. Fortuna Boulevard

Lynwood: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

Modesto: 10pm-3am - city limits, undisclosed location

Pacifica: 7pm-1am - city limits, undisclosed location

Sacramento: 8pm - early morning - 5 ^th Street & L Street

Ventura: 8pm-3am - undisclosed location

Saturday 9/10

Buellton: 5:30pm - 11:30pm - undisclosed location

Rancho San Diego: 7pm-1:30am - undisclosed location

Santee: 8pm - 3am - undisclosed location

Monday 9/12

Costa Mesa: 6pm-12am - undisclosed location 

Please stay safe this Labor Day Weekend as there will be multiple DUI sobriety checkpoints and DUI roving patrols all throughout California.   From September 1 ^st through September 5 ^th, police departments as well as the California Highway Patrol will be deploying most of their arresting officers to ensure that the public is safe from intoxicated drivers.

If you plan on going out this weekend, please have a designated driver or hire a taxi. If you are arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and or drugs, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys as soon as you are released.   We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 888-844-4384. To have a DUI attorney from California contact you directly, fill out our free DUI case evaluation form today!

Thursday:  9/1

Cypress: September 1 ^st - 9pm-3am - undisclosed location

Redlands: 10pm - 3am - southbound lanes of Cajon St., south of Cypress Ave.

Friday 9/2

Apple Valley: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

Coachella: 7pm - early morning - undisclosed location

Laguna Beach: all weekend starting Friday, Sept. 2 ^nd through Monday, Sept. 5th

Lake Elsinore: evening - undisclosed location

Lemon Grove: 7pm - early morning - city limits

Mission Viejo: 7pm-3am - undisclosed location

Redlands: 10pm-2am - westbound lanes of Redlands Blvd., west of Eureka St.

San Bernardino County: 7pm-2:30 am - between the cities of Chino and Montclair

San Jacinto: 6:30pm-2am - city limits

San Marcos: 7pm - early morning - city limits

Saturday 9/3

Imperial Beach: 7pm - early morning - city limits

Long Beach: 6pm-2am - western section of the city

Palm Desert: 8pm-2am - city limits

Santa Barbara: 8pm-2am - undisclosed location

Sunday 9/4

Poway City: 7pm - early morning - city limits

What is a DUI Checkpoint?

A California DUI Checkpoint is a structured operation that is conducted by local arresting officers to ensure that motorists are not driving while intoxicated.   These checkpoints often are set up in one location (on public streets and roadways, usually near bars or areas known for frequent DUI arrests) and must be conducted according to specific guidelines.   

During a DUI checkpoint in California, officers look for signs of intoxication such as bloodshot or watery eyes, slurred speech or even the scent of alcohol. If an officer is under the impression that you are driving drunk, they will ask motorists to step out of the vehicle and investigate by asking the driver to perform DUI field sobriety tests and a breathalyzer or blood test.

What is a DUI Roving Patrol?

Because DUI checkpoints must be announced prior to their commencement and are highly visible, DUI roving patrols in California are considered more effective in catching intoxicated drivers.  The word roving can mean nomadic, wandering and traveling which is completely different than a DUI Checkpoint which stays in one location for the duration of the operation.

 In short, Roving DUI Patrols are harder to avoid as arresting officers are not stationed in one specific area but rather are driving around the city looking for individuals who display obvious signs of driving under the influence.  

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Our California DUI Defense Lawyers want you to be aware of the differences so that you can be more prepared. Check out our California DUI Checkpoint Locations Facebook page to stay up to date with all upcoming DUI sobriety checkpoints!

A 23-year-old R&B singer was arrested for driving under the influence after she crashed her vehicle early Friday morning.

According to The Boom Box, Teairra Mari rear ended her silver Infiniti into another vehicle while driving in Beverly Hills.   Once officers arrived at the scene, they noticed the singer exhibited signs of intoxication and became combative with the arresting officers, giving one a minor cut.    Mari was released later that night on a $50,000 bail and has since issued a statement apologizing for her actions.

If you have been arrested for drunk driving in California, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers today. We will investigate the details of your case, subpoena records and officers if needed and make sure that you get the best possible representation for both your DMV hearing and criminal court hearing. 

Contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers if you have been arrested during a DUI sobriety checkpoint.   During a checkpoint, officers look for signs of intoxication such as blurry or bloodshot eyes, slurred speech or the scent of alcohol. A reputable and knowledgeable CA DUI Attorney will look into the details of your arrest and provide you with the best possible representation available. Check out the California DUI Checkpoints that may be near you:

Friday:

Chula Vista: 8pm-2am - undisclosed location

Escondido: weekend - undisclosed locations

Gardena: 7:30pm - 3:30am - El Segundo Blvd. at Halldale Avenue.

Los Angeles: 8pm-2am - Washington Blvd. between Abbot Kinney Blvd. & Lincoln Blvd.

Los Angeles: 7:30pm-2:30 - Highland Ave. & DeLongpre St.

Los Angeles: 6pm-1am - Westbound Imperial Hwy between Main St. & San Pedro St.

Newport Beach: 9pm-3am - Dover Drive & 16 ^th Street

Santa Monica: evening - undisclosed location

Saturday:

Long Beach: 6pm-2am - North Long Beach

Los Angeles: 8pm-2am - Sunset Blvd. between Maltman Ave. & Silver Lake Blvd.

Rancho Mirage: 8pm-2am - undisclosed location

San Jose: 9pm-3am - undisclosed location

A West Michigan Chief of Police was arrested last week for driving under the influence and has since been suspended from his duties as the Chief of Police.

According the WWMT.com, Mark Sheldon was driving when officers spotted his pickup truck crossing the center line.   Once pulled over, Sheldon was required to perform several DUI field sobriety tests such as the walking heel to heel in a straight line test, which he failed.   Sheldon was then given the breathalyzer test which showed that his blood alcohol level was at .020, well above the legal limit. Sheldon will be charged under the new state of Michigan "super drunk" law for first time offenders who are over a .07 blood alcohol level.  

If you have been arrested for driving under the influence, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers today. WE have the experience and knowledge to handle any type of DUI case, whether it is your first time DUI offense or whether you are a felony DUI offender. 

The prospect of facing a driving under the influence conviction can be stressful. Therefore, it is often helpful to understand what to expect. This post will address the criminal court process, in particular a California DUI trial.

A California DUI trial may be held either before a judge (a bench trial) or a judge and jury. The first phase of a DUI jury trial is jury selection, a process in which both the prosecutor and the offender's California DUI defense attorney will participate. Once the jury is selected, the trial begins. 

DUI trials typically last several days. At the DUI trial, both the California DUI lawyer and the prosecution will examine witnesses, call experts to testify, and present any relative evidence. Once both the prosecution and the defense have presented their evidence, closing arguments are heard. The judge then instructs the jury on how to apply the facts of the DUI case to the law and jury deliberation begins.

During the jury deliberation, the jurors are excused to the jury room to discuss the facts of the case. In order for a suspected California DUI offender to be convicted, "all" jurors must be convinced "beyond a reasonable doubt" that the suspected DUI offender is guilty. 

If the jurors are not able to conclude beyond a reasonable doubt that the offender is in fact guilty, then the offender will need to be acquitted of the charges heard. If the DUI offender is found guilty, then the judge will decide what the appropriate punishment (which can be set by law) will be. 

If you have been arrested for driving under the influence in California, it is imperative to consult with an experienced California DUI defense attorney who can help you successfully navigate the criminal justice system.

Al Pacino's daughter has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after she went through a DUI sobriety checkpoint.

According to the Newser, Julie Pacino was driving with an unidentified male companion in Manhattan when she went through a police checkpoint. Officers noticed signs of intoxication, such as watery and bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and the scent of alcohol, and proceeded to investigate.   The 21-year-old admitted to drinking a few beers and smoking pot hours before and has been arrested; Pacino's license has been suspended and she could be facing several charges including driving under the influence.

Contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers as soon as you have been arrested for a DUI.   Our attorneys have the experience and knowledge to assist you, especially if you have been arrested during a DUI checkpoint. 

A Los Angeles man has been arrested for driving under the influence after he slammed his pickup truck into a LAPD squad car at an intersection.

According to the Daily Breeze, a man driving a Ford F150 drove through a red light at an intersection around 2am when he crashed into a police car that was heading southbound on Main Street.  The impact of the accident sent the police officers vehicle barreling into a telephone pole.   The pickup driver and his male passenger fled the scene but were later found and taken into custody. The driver of the vehicle was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and hit-and run.

Contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers as soon as you are released from a DUI arrest in California. You have only 10 days to contact the DMV to request a hearing on the automatic suspension of your license and if you retain our attorneys, we will request the hearing on your behalf. 

A Davis man has been arrested for driving under the influence after he caused a DUI-related accident around 2:45pm Sunday afternoon.

According to the Daily Democrat, Anthony Ene, a previous DUI offender, was driving a 2003 Mitsubishi Galant at speeds above 85mph when he hit a 2003 Ford Escape that was being driven by 44-year-old Heidi Sciutto of Woodland.   Sciutto's vehicle rolled multiple times before coming to a stop on its wheels while Ene's vehicle swerved through the center median and across the southbound lanes before hitting a dirt ditch.   Ene then proceeded to climb out of his car and ran through a Christian School and hid at a nearby home where he was later found and arrested for driving under the influence.   Sciutto was taken to the local hospital with moderate injuries including cuts to her elbow, hands and pain in the neck and back.

If you have recently been involved in a DUI-related accident, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys as soon as you're released from your arrest. We will investigate your specific case to make sure that the arrest was done in accordance to guidelines and we will represent you throughout your entire case.

Our California DUI Defense Lawyers have compiled a list of DUI sobriety checkpoints within California for this weekend. If you plan on going out, please be advised of the scheduled checkpoints and make sure to have a designated driver.    During a checkpoint, officers look for signs of intoxication and will ask motorists to perform DUI field sobriety test to check to see whether motorists are driving under the influence. Contact our CA DUI Attorneys today for more information!

Friday:

Coachella: 7pm-1:30am - undisclosed location

Fortuna: evening- undisclosed location

Orange: 8pm-3am - 1600 North Tustin St. 

Sacramento: 8:30pm - early morning - Del Paso Blvd & El Camino Ave.

Santa Clarita: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

Saturday

Folsom: 7pm-3am - Blue Ravine Rd., near Parkway Dr.

Fortuna: evening- undisclosed location

Inglewood: 7pm-3am - Imperial Hwy at Simms Ave.

Lake Elsinore: evening - undisclosed location

Long Beach: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

Menifee: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

San Jose: 9pm - 3am - undisclosed location

A 30 year old woman was arrested for felony driving under the influence and child endangerment after she crashed her car with her infant daughter inside.  

According to the Lake County News, Sacha Shea Cooper was driving a 2004 Chevrolet Impala on Highway 29, north of Highway 281/Soda Bay Road, when she drifted across the center line and struck a 2004 Saturn.   The 31-year-old driver of the Saturn ended up in a ditch off the side of the road and sustained minor injuries and did not need to be taken to the hospital.   Cooper's vehicle also ended up on a dirt shoulder; when officers arrived, she was outside of her car with her 1 month old daughter in her arms.   Cooper was then arrested for a felony DUI, driving with an expired driver license and felony child endangerment.

Have you recently been involved in a DUI-related accident? If so, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers as soon as possible so we can request a DMV hearing on your behalf and represent you throughout your entire case. 

Every year, Mothers Against Drunk Driving or MADD, rewards police officers for their efforts in minimizing drunk drivers on the road by arresting those who are driving under the influence.  So when MADD heard of a new California bill that could pass restricting the ability of officers to enforce certain laws during DUI sobriety checks, they became irate and began speaking out.

According to Mercury News, the new bill called Assembly Bill 1389, or AB 1389, condones driving without a driver's license by preventing law enforcement from enforcing current laws meant to protect people on roadways. AB 1389 would allow more driving under the influence offenders operating on a suspended license to continue to drive illegally.     DUI sobriety checkpoints are meant to protect the public but it seems as if most do not garnish as many DUI offenders as one would think.

If you have been arrested at a DUI sobriety checkpoint in CA, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today; we will answer any questions you may have and provide you with a free quote. 

A fatal accident in Orange County resulted in a driving under the influence arrest of a 28-year-old female early Sunday morning.

According to the OC Register, the accident occurred at around 12:45am, on the I-5 near Disneyland Drive in Anaheim when a female driver and her 28-year-old male passenger's 2002 GMC S-10 pickup hit a car, went into the dirt embankment and overturned multiple times.    The male was transported to a local hospital where he died at 4:15am.   The female, who is currently being treated for major injuries at the same hospital, was arrested for causing a fatal driving under the influence accident.

Our CA DUI Attorneys offer their sincere condolences to the friends and family members of the male passenger who died due to this DUI-related accident. If you have been arrested for driving under the influence in California, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers as soon as possible. 

With summer already in full swing, there is nothing better than spending your weekend with friends and family, having a good time. If you plan on drinking this weekend, our California DUI Defense Attorneys advise you to have a designated driver.   With multiple DUI checkpoints already announced and several that will be announced shortly before the check point occurs, it is imperative that you take the extra precaution when planning your evening.

If you plan on being in Orange County, check out the OC Fair as there is something there for everyone, including booths that sell alcohol for adults. If you do happen to be arrested during a DUI sobriety checkpoint or after leaving the Orange County Fair, contact our California DUI Lawyers as soon as you are released from your arrest.  You have only 10 days to contact the DMV to request a hearing on the automatic suspension of your license.

Friday

Fortuna:  7pm-early morning - undisclosed location

Los Angeles: 8pm-2am - Florence Ave., between Main & Broadway St.

San Bernardino: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location 

Tustin: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

Ventura: 8pm-3am - undisclosed location

Victorville: 7pm-early morning - undisclosed location

Whittier: 7pm-3am - Lambert Rd. & Washington Blvd.

Saturday

29 Palms: evening - undisclosed location

Fortuna:   7pm-early morning - undisclosed location

Huntington Beach: 9pm-early morning - undisclosed location

Rancho Mirage: 8pm-2am - undisclosed location

When the verdict was read on the Casey Anthony case, the world went into an uproar, deeming the justice system as corrupt.  For anyone who had watched a glimpse of the trial or read up on it, they were certain that Casey Anthony was guilty.  

However, jury trials are not designed to seek justice for the victim; they are meant to look at the facts, evidence and all that's available that provides the jury with enough proof to convict an individual.  

Regardless of what type of offense a person is on trial for, it is imperative that the jurors follow the justice system rather than rely on public opinions.  Many individuals are quick to say a person is guilty, whether they are on trial for murder or even for driving under the influence.  

An article on Slate explains the differences between what the world wanted versus how the jury system actually works by saying "The Casey Anthony jurors felt that the prosecution left too many open questions and failed to prove guilt under the extremely high standard required by law. They wanted a motive and a cause of death. America wanted revenge. The jurors wanted proof of Casey Anthony's guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. America wanted justice for Caylee. Underlying the difference between these two goals is the fundamental premise of the American system of justice: avenging innocent victims matters less than protecting innocent defendants."

For more information regarding trials for California DUI cases, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today; we are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to answer any questions that you may have. 

Rodney King was arrested for driving under the influence in California Tuesday afternoon.

According to the NY Daily News, the 46-year- old man was driving a 1994 Mitsubishi after officers watched King commit multiple traffic violations.   Upon further investigation, officers found King to be driving under the influence although they were not sure if just alcohol or drugs as well.   King's 1991 arrest, where he was videotaped being beaten by Los Angeles police, caused several riots all across LA that resulted in 55 people being killed and causing more than $1 billion in property damage.

If you have been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers as soon as you are released from your arrest. We will request and conduct both the DMV hearing and criminal court hearing and fight hard to get you the best possible sentencing. 

According to the Times Standard, Eric Leslie Harry was driving a 1982 Ford motor home when he ran off the road and hit a guardrail before continuing and finally hitting a tree. The accident occurred around 2:46pm Saturday when Harry was heading southbound on US Highway 101.   Harry was not injured; however two of his passengers who were both in the rear of the motor home were taken to local hospitals.   Anthony J. Sherman, 21, was treated for major injuries while Daniel J. Terry, 28, was treated for moderate injuries.   A third person, Jeffrey Clinton Maddox, 31 was seated in the front passenger seat and was not injured.   Harry was arrested and booked into the Mendocino County jail for a felony DUI charge.

Contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers if you have been involved in a DUI-related accident or if you were arrested for driving under the influence in California.

This past 4^th of July weekend resulted in multiple driving under the influence arrests between 6pm Friday through midnight on Monday.

According to the OC Register, the California Highway Patrol made 69 arrests for motorists who were driving under the influence in Orange County alone.    The CHP was doing a maximum enforcement during the holiday weekend as they expected swarms of both tourists and locals taking advantage of the warm weather and fireworks on the beach.   This year's holiday weekend resulted in more DUI arrests than last year which only brought in 51 DUI arrests. However, unlike last year which was free from fatalities, there was one accident early Monday morning which took the life 43-year-old Leonardo Montes of Santa Ana.

If you were arrested this weekend for driving under the influence in California, contact our California DUI Lawyers as soon as possible. Waiting to hire an attorney could be detrimental to your case as you could be facing long license suspension on top of hefty fines and even potential jail time. 

A high speed chase ended in Desert Hot Springs with a man being arrested for driving under the influence shortly after 5:30pm.

According to KPSP Local 2, officers attempted to pull over a Chevy Camaro in connection with a high and run accident in Cabazon when the vehicle took off, leading officers on a chase down the I-10.   The Camaro headed east on the freeway and got onto State Route 62; his vehicle reached speeds of up to 100 mph before getting a flat tire and finally coming to a stop.   Officers arrested the driver without incident and are investigating whether the vehicle was stolen.

Contact our California DUI Attorneys as soon as possible if you have been arrested for drunk driving.   You have only 10 days to contact the DMV to request a hearing; let our attorneys request it for you so that you don't have to. 

A 25-year-old Rodeo resident has been arrested for driving under the influence after she caused an accident on Highway 1 over the weekend.

According to the Pacifica Patch, Claudia Interiano was her vehicle on Pacific Coast Highway around 1am when she struck a guard rail, spun around and ended up facing oncoming traffic on the shoulder of the highway. Once officers arrived at the scene of the solo vehicle crash, they found Interiano inside of the vehicle that still had its engine running.   Interiano was arrested for a DUI and taken to the Redwood City county jail.

If you have been recently arrested for driving under the influence or have caused a DUI-related accident, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers today; we have the experience and knowledge to handle any type of California DUI and will provide you with the legal advice that you will need to make an informed decision. 

A 25-year-old East Palo Alto was arrested for driving under the influence that caused a fatal accident.

According to Mercury News, Leylani Simmons was driving a Jeep Cherokee erratically when she crashed her vehicle, killing 22-year-old Lorina L. Veamatahau.   Simmons records showed that she had a previous DUI conviction. Simmons, who was injured during the accident and taken to the Stanford Hospital, was arrested late Monday night for homicide and driving under the influence of alcohol resulting in great bodily injury or death. On top of this, Simmons was also with a no-bail warrant for reckless driving, defrauding an innkeeper and a $5,000 warrant for driving with a suspended license.

Contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers today if you find yourself arrested for driving under the influence. 

An Idaho state senator has been arrested for driving under the influence and grand theft early Sunday morning.

According to the Huffington Post, the four-term Republican John McGee was leaving a Boise golf course at around 3am when he climbed into a Ford Excursion with a 20-foot travel trailer that was attached.   The Excursion's keys were in the vehicle so McGee drove off but came to a stop when he tried to make a turn and the Excursion and travel trailer ended up jack-knifed in the driveway.    McGee was arrested for a DUI with a .15 blood alcohol level.

Contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers if you have been arrested for a California DUI. Our CA DUI Attorneys have the experience and knowledge to provide you with the best possible representation. 

A 21-year-old Chico will be facing felony DUI chargers after a serious accident near San Luis Obispo.

According the KRCRTV, Evan A. Green was driving a 2004 Saturn when he lost control of his vehicle.   When Green tried to over correct, the vehicle flipped several times and went through a fence and onto a golf course.   Two 21-year-olds, Aaron Michael Beaver of Eureka and Marcus Alex Nelson of Castro Valley both were killed due to the accident.   Green and another one of his passengers, Jacob Zimmer, survived with major injuries. Green taken to the Sierra Vista Medical Center and was then arrested after causing the DUI-related accident.  

Our DUI law firm sends its sincere condolences to the friends and family members of those who died.  Contact our California DUI Attorneys if you have been arrested for any type of driving under the influence case today. 

A 24-year-old woman caused a fatal DUI-related accident that took the life of an off duty Los Banos Firefighter.

According to Firefighting News, Amie Chick was driving a 2012 Jeep when she made a left hand turn in front of Andrew Maloney, 29, who was driving a 2011 Suzuki motorcycle on Highway 165.   Unfortunately, Maloney was not able to avoid the accident that occurred just after 9pm.   Upon further investigation, officers arrested Chick, who did not suffer any injuries, for driving under the influence of alcohol and marijuana.    Our law firm sends its sincere condolences to the friends and family members of Maloney.

If you have been recently arrested for driving under the influence, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers today to find out more information on what you could be facing as a DUI offender.

A Los Angeles woman has been arrested for driving under the influence after she caused a serious DUI-related accident that involved over 100 bicyclists.

According to the Los Angeles CBS Local,   the 27-year-old woman was driving a white Honda Civic on West Jefferson Place and Rodeo Road around 1:49am when she crashed into a group of over 100 bicyclists who were taking up part of the road. About 9 bicyclists, who are part of a late night bike ride, out of the 100 were treated for their injuries while one man is said to be in critical condition.   Witnesses stated the woman was driving around 60 mph when she hit the group of cyclists. The woman, whose name has not been released, has been arrested for a driving under the influence.

Contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers today if you are arrested for a DUI or after causing a DUI-related accident. 

A high speed chase in Glen County has resulted in a Willows man being arrested for driving under the influence.

According to Willows Journal, Scott E. Hanson was driving a white GMC Sierra when he himself called police and told them that he had taken several pills, was driving around and didn't want to be found.  Once officers located the GMC Sierra, they attempted to pull over Hanson' instead, Hanson refused to pull over and led officers on a 15 mile high speed chase.   Hanson reached speeds of up to 70 mph and even drove off the side of the road to get around vehicles.   Hanson finally pulled over and he was arrested for driving under the influence and fleeing police and is being evaluated by the Glenn Medical Center.

If you have been arrested for driving under the influence, contact our California DUI Attorneys as soon as possible as you have only 10 days to contact the DMV to request a hearing on the automatic suspension of your license. 

A 39-year-old Colusa woman causes a serious accident and was arrested for driving under the influence early Monday morning.

According to the Orland Press Register, Jude Tenbear was driving north on the I-5 around 2:15am at around 100 mph when she rear ended a 1991 Toyota with her 2006 Pontiac.   The force caused the Toyota to continue down the road uncontrollably before it flipped over. Tenbear's vehicle also followed the Toyota and burst into flames moments after Tenbear escaped the vehicle.   Three San Francisco residents have been hospitalized with serious injuries while Tenbear was treated with minor injuries.   Officers arrested the Colusa woman for driving under the influence and booked her at the local jail with an $80,000 bail.

Have you recently been in a DUI-related accident? If so, contact our California DUI Attorneys today for more information on how we can get you the best possible representation. 

A Sacramento correctional officer has been arrested for driving under the influence after he hit multiple parked cars at a local supermarket parking lot.

According to News 10, David Perrault, 43, was driving a blue Mustang out of a parking lot when witnesses said he hit several cars before his own car wouldn't continue driving.   A grocery store worker witnessed Perrault exit his vehicle holding a bottle of peppermint schnapps in his hand, wrapped in a t-shit; Perrault tried to leave the scene of the accident but the grocery store worker and another man detained him. Once officers arrived, Perrault was arrested for driving under the influence and booked at a local jail but was later set free on bail.

Our California DUI Defense Attorneys understand how frustrating it can be to be involved in a DUI-related accident; contact us today to find out how we can help you. 

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. 

Actress Estella Warren was formally charged with four misdemeanors, one of which included driving under the influence, for an arrest that occurred last month.

According to Pop Eater, an officer saw the 32-year-old actress and top Canadian synchronized swimmer slam her Toyota Prius into three parked cars and drive away.   Officers then pulled Warren over but she proceeded to resist arrest and kicked an officer.   The actress was taken to the local police station where she freed herself from handcuffs and tried to run.   Warren could be facing up to 6 months in jail for her four misdemeanors.  

Our California DUI Lawyers have the experience and knowledge to handle all types of California DUI cases; contact us today to find out how we can help you!

A Woodland woman has been arrested for driving under the influence late Wednesday night after she was caught for speeding.

According to the Daily Democrat, Irma L. Lopez, 29, was driving a 1999 Plymouth van northbound on CR-22 when officers began to follow her as she was speeding.   Upon coming up to a red light, Lopez slowed abruptly and stopped halfway into the intersection.   Once officers pulled over Lopez, they noticed signs of intoxication and proceeded to investigate whether she was driving under the influence of alcohol; Lopez was then arrested for a California DUI.

If you were arrested for driving under the influence, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today. We have the experience and knowledge to handle any type of driving under the influence case. 

A former Kern County supervisor has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after he failed to perform DUI field sobriety tests.

According to Bakersfield.com, Pete Parra was driving on Highway 178 near Haley St. when he was pulled over around 10pm.   Officers noticed signs of intoxication and Parra informed them he had a couple of beers at around 2pm, went back to work and then continued to another restaurant for more beers.   After the failed DUI sobriety tests and a blood alcohol content that showed .09%, Parra was arrested and booked at the local jail.

If you were arrested for driving under the influence, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers today. We understand DUI laws, have practice DUI defense for over a decade and will ensure that you receive the best possible sentencing. 

A Palmdale resident was arrested for driving under the influence after officers used a taser on him.

According to KSBY, Gregory Murphy, 33, was pulled over in Goleta around 9pm on suspicion of drunk driving.  More officers were called to the scene as Murphy became uncooperative and began kicking the officers. In order to subdue Murphy, officers tasered him and took him into custody.   Murphy tested positive for blood alcohol content level that was above the legal limit and is currently being held at the Santa Barbara County Jail.

Contact our California DUI Attorneys today if you have been arrested for driving under the influence in California.    We will ensure that you receive the best possible representation and will conduct both the DMV and criminal court hearings on your behalf so that you don’t have to be present. 

An Arizona woman has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after she stole a car in California.

According to ABC 15, Teresa Gregory, 29, of Prescott, Arizona, was stopped on Highway 69 for speeding. Upon further investigation, officers found she was driving without a license.   Gregory initially told officers the vehicle was hers and then changed the story, saying it belonged to a friend.   As Gregory’s passenger, 34-year-old Jason Benstead from California, was asked to step outside the vehicle, officers noticed a glass pipe on the seat and found three grams of meth underneath the passenger’s seat.

Gregory finally admitted to stealing the car in California and even stole a license plate from another vehicle to put on the stolen car.  Gregory was arrested on driving under the influence of drugs, theft of a vehicle, display of fictitious plates, possession of meth and drug paraphernalia and driving with a suspended license.   Benstead has also been arrested for theft of a vehicle and possession of meth; both Benstead and Gregory remain in custody.  

Contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys if you have been arrested for driving under the influence.   Our CA DUI Lawyers have been practicing DUI defense for over a decade and will represent you in both the DMV and criminal court hearings. 

Our California DUI Defense Attorneys are sending their congratulations to Crystal who is graduating from Law School today!

Crystal has been with our firm for over 3 years and has been an important instrument in providing both the attorneys and clients with the information that they need.  Our law firm is happy to have helped Crystal learn the ropes of DUI defense and we are extremely proud of her accomplishments.

We wish Crystal the best in her future endeavors and look forward to seeing her become a successful attorney. 

A Mill Valley man has been arrested for driving under the influence not once, but three times, within a three day span.  

According to SF Gate, Timothy James McGowan, 50, was arrested in three different cities all for drunk driving. On May 18 ^th, McGowan was arrested for a DUI in San Rafael, on May 19 ^th he was arrested again but in San Francisco and on May 20 ^th, McGowan was arrested a third time in Novato after he staggered into his vehicle and made a wide right turn in front of police.   McGowan is being held on a $50,000 bail and if convicted, he could be looking at 2 years in jail.

Contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers if you have been arrested for a California DUI; we have been practicing DUI defense for over a decade and will provide you with the legal representation that you need.

An Orange County man has been arrested for causing a DUI-related fatal accident over Memorial weekend.

According to the OC Register, 26-year-old Austin Jeffrey Farley was driving in Irvine when he crashed into an oncoming E-Class Mercedes, driven by Michael Ghaemi, 48.   Four teenage girls were in the Mercedes at the time of the accident; Ashton Sweet, 14, suffered irreversible brain injury but is being kept alive on a breathing machine so that her organs can be donated while Krista Marassa, 15, is also in critical condition.

After further investigation, records showed that Farley had a previous 2009 driving under the influence conviction as well as battery on a peace officer and driving on a suspended license.  Farley is being held on a $1 million bail and is expected to appear in court today.

Our law firm sends their sincere condolences to the friends and family members of Ms. Sweet. Contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today if you were in a DUI-related accident. 

Residents in Los Angeles can feel safer on the roads as their police officers are now equipped with state-of-the-art police vehicles. With new technology, the LAPD is now able to detect potential criminals or those who are driving on a suspended license out on the road without much effort.  

The new Chevrolet Caprice PPV, or Police Control Vehicle, is not available in the US except for the use by police officers.  Unlike tradition police cars, the new Chevy Caprice utilizes technology and ergonomically designed devices to ensure that officers are more efficient.   The old, bulky computer screen has been removed and in its place, officers can find an embedded screen touch screen that controls all features of the vehicle.  

According to Translogic 55, the 2012 Chevy Caprice PPV offers 355hp, 384 lb. of torque and can go 0-60 in under 6 seconds. A new feature called the ALPR, Automatic License Plate Recognition, scans licenses while the vehicle is on the road without the officer having to manual input the information.   An infrared night vision camera that is attached to the front of the vehicle is so sensitive, that it can pick up on footsteps of criminals that may be fleeing.  If that isn’t enough, the vehicle now includes a clear partition that reduces potential blind spots and the seats are especially designed with cut outs that eliminate potential back pain for an officer while he or she is wearing their belt and gun.  

If you are arrested for a California DUI or driving on a suspended license for a previous DUI, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys for more information.

Testing positive for alcohol consumption even if you haven’t had a lick of alcohol? It is possible! A new recent study shows that individuals who utilize products that contain alcohol may test positive in a urine test. 

According to an article on MSNBC, frequent use of Purell hand sanitizer, which contains 62% ethyl alcohol, may lead to issues for those who are required to undergo regular drug tests.    A new recent study followed participants as they applied hand sanitizer to their hands every 5 minutes for 10 hours a day for three days which ended up being the equivalent of about 4 ounces.    Unlike an alcohol breathalyzer test that measures the amount of alcohol on your breath, which can dissipate after a few hours, a urine test is usually more accurate and can pick up any type of alcohol, even the kind found in hand sanitizers.

If you have been arrested for a recent driving under the influence charge, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers today so that we can investigate your case and ensure that you receive the best representation. 

A Kelseyville woman has been arrested for driving under the influence of prescription drugs after she collided with a school bus on Thursday afternoon.

According to the Lake County News, 57-year-old Sandra Jean Burnett was driving northbound on Kelsey Creek Dr. when her vehicle merged onto oncoming traffic.   A Kelseyville school bus, driven by 39-year-old Shawn Dale Rogers, noticed Burnett’s vehicle but was unable to get out of the way quick enough and the vehicles crashed head-on.  The bus had 25 grade school children on board at the time of the accident; four complained of pain but none were taken to the local hospital. The bus driver was uninjured however Burnett suffered minor injuries.  

Officers arrested Brunett and she was booked at the Lake County Jail on felony charges of driving under the influence causing bodily injury and being under the influence of a controlled substance while in possession of a firearm as well as misdemeanor charges of driving on a suspended license for a previous DUI, an addict driving a vehicle and a misdemeanor probation violation.

Contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys if you are arrested for a DUI-related accident.  Our CA DUI Lawyers have the experience and knowledge to handle any type of drunk driving offense. 

DUI checkpoints are designed to protect the public from those who are driving under the influence. Arresting officers that conduct these DUI sobriety checkpoints have specific guidelines that they should follow in order for the stop and potential arrests are valid.   

Unfortunately, many officers have been known to see the guidelines as a mere suggestion and often form their own rules. Because of this, a state assembly bill has been set forth to combat these issues and provide specific guidelines and procedures that officers must follow.

According to the Pasadena Star News, DUI checkpoints are being used more as a way to generate revenue rather than to protect the public from drunk drivers.  Officers at DUI checkpoints utilize the stop to seize vehicles of drivers who are driving without licenses; in 2009 alone, more than 24,000 vehicles were impounded which is about 7 times more than the 3,200 DUI offenders who were arrested during these check points.

The new law would require police officers to follow and abide by specific guidelines that include: establish a neutral formula for inspecting motorists, use proper lights and warning signs, perform DUI checkpoints during appropriate times, notify the public of the DUI checkpoint 48 hours prior and refrain from impounding vehicles of unlicensed drivers.  

By following these guidelines, DUI checkpoints might actually become worth tax payers money as they will begin to protect the public rather than make the checkpoint a hassle for the surrounding businesses.

If you find yourself arrested during a DUI checkpoint, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys immediately as you have only 10 days to contact the DMV to request a hearing on the automatic suspension of your license. 

An Aptos taxi cab driver has been arrested for driving under the influence and a hit-and-run after going wrong-way on Highway 1.

According to KSBW, Sharek got onto the State Park Drive off ramp and entered the highway going against traffic at around 1:55pm.   Two vehicles, a   2001 Chevy Suburban driven by a 47-year-old woman and a 1994 Toyota Avalon driven by a 57-year-old Aptos woman, veered sharply to avoid hitting Sharek but ended up colliding with each other.  A witness has been quoted saying that Sharek was “not in the right state of mind”.   After the collision, Sharek took off and exited the highway and was later arrested for a California DUI at his home in Santa Cruz at 6pm.  

Contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers today to find out how we can help you; we will answer any questions that you may have and provide you with legal advice throughout your entire case. 

A 43-year-old Aromas resident was arrested for driving under the influence after a high-speed chase.

According to the Monterey Herald, the chase began around 3pm when officers received a tip that a map was driving under the influence of drugs. Officers followed the man’s green 1974 GMC truck from the 101 freeway in to the Monterey Vacation RV Park. The driver then drove off, leading police on a chase onto the 101 freeway where he drove his truck into a ditch and began running across the highway and into the field where officers proceeded to try to find the man for 2 hours.   The man however left a female companion, who was later arrested for being under the influence of a controlled substance, and his dog in his truck and officers ended up finding prescription drugs, used hypodermic needles and the man’s wallet which led officers back to the Vacation RV Park where he was staying.

Our California DUI Attorneys understand how frustrating it can be to be arrested for driving under the influence. Contact us today to have a dedicated DUI Lawyer answer any questions hat you may have. 

San Carlos vice mayor was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol early Thursday morning.

According to the Mercury News, Andy Klein, 29, was driving and exiting northbound on Interstate 280 when he pulled over on the side of the road to take a phone call at around 1:10am. A sheriff’s deputy noticed the vehicle on the side and though that it may have broken down.   Once the officer pulled over and began speaking with Klein, he noticed the smell of alcohol and proceeded to administer a DUI field’s sobriety test as well as a breathalyzer test.   Klein’s blood alcohol level can back at .08 and he was taken to the county’s First Chance drop-off center that is used for sobering up rather than being taken to jail.  

If you have been arrested for driving under the influence in California, contact our highly qualified and experienced California DUI Attorneys today to find out how we can help you. 

Starting tonight, there will be multiple DUI sobriety checkpoints set up in various cities throughout California. The list below is designed to provide you with information regarding the times and potential locations of these DUI checkpoints.   During a check point, arrested officers look for signs of intoxication and will ask motorists to perform field sobriety tests and might administer a breathalyzer test.   If you are arrested during a DUI checkpoint, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today.

Thursday, May 12^th

Moreno Valley: 6 pm-evening – undisclosed locations

Friday, May 13^th

Coachella: 7pm-2am – undisclosed location

Fontana: 6pm-1:30am – undisclosed location

Hemet: 8pm-2am – undisclosed location

Indio: 7pm-2am – undisclosed location

Los Angeles: 8pm-3am – Vermont Ave. & 3 ^rd St.

Los Angeles: 6pm-1am – Manchester Blvd, between Hoover St. & Figueroa St.

Poway: 7pm-2:30am – undisclosed location

Rancho Mirage: 8pm-2am – undisclosed location

Santa Rosa: 7pm-1am – undisclosed location

Tracy: 6pm-2am – undisclosed location

Yuba City: evening – undisclosed location

Saturday, May 14^th

Long Beach: 6pm-2am – undisclosed location

Norco: 7pm-3am – undisclosed location

Perris: 6pm-1am – undisclosed location 

Yuca Valley: 7pm-3am – undisclosed location

Every since social media sites have been all the rage, professionals have been utilizing the power of the internet to help increase business or in this case, help solve crimes. Worried about where the next DUI checkpoint will be? Don’t worry, there’s a California DUI Facebook page dedicated to just that!

Facebook has helped police departments gather additional information about crimes being committed and have helped inform the public of missing persons or other important safety issues. According to the Evening Post, there has been an increase of 1000% since 2008 where callers have mentioned Facebook when providing officials with tips or information.  With Facebook being internationally known and used, two police departments in the United Kingdom have reported over 3,179 calls, both emergency and non-emergency related, where the word “Facebook” was mentioned.  

Thankfully, Californian’s do not have to look far to benefit from the information posted on Facebook.  With a growing number of computer-savvy individuals, Facebook allows users to find out all sorts of information, from warnings of wanted individuals, to information about upcoming California DUI checkpoints or even information on how to get in touch with a leading local Orange County DUI Attorney.   

Whether you are new to this Facebook world or you have a list of over 2000 friends or “fans”, it is great to know that one can find all sorts of information that is both helpful and available with a simple “like” button. Contact our California DUI Lawyers today for more information regarding driving under the influence charges in California. 

Officer William Johnson has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Chula Vista.

According to San Diego 6, the 12-year department veteran was driving his own vehicle while off duty on Telegraph Canyon Road when he rear-ended a vehicle at a stop light.   Johnson was arrested after causing a DUI-related accident that left other motorists with minor injuries. While the San Diego DUI case is pending, Johnson has been assigned to work a desk assignment. Johnson is the ninth member of his department to be facing criminal charges or be under investigation for possible misconduct

If you have been arrested for a San Diego County DUI, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys as soon as possible so that you can get the best possible representation. 

A 19-year-old San Rafael woman has been arrested for a California DUI and for using multiple forms of false identification.

According to the San Rafael Patch, officers pulled over a green Pontiac Firebird that was weaving and straddling lanes on the northbound Hwy. 101.    After further investigation that included DUI field sobriety tests, Korinna Outwater was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and was booked into the Marin County Jail.  Police found three counterfeit IDs from Hawaii, all with Outwater’s name and different dates of birth.  On top of this, Outwater had an expired California’s driver’s license and an expired Minnesota license which belong to other women who looked similar to Outwater.

Have you been arrested for driving under the influence in California? If so, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today to find out how we can get you the best possible representation. 

A Southern California woman was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after causing a DUI-related accident.

According to the Fresno Bee, the 23-year-old Huntington Beach woman was driving on the I-5 when she crossed the center divider and crashed head-on with a big rig.   The 27-year-old big rig driver saw the woman’s vehicle coming towards her and proceeded to slow down, but was unable to avoid the accident.   The woman was taken to the Memorial Medical Center in Modesto for treatment to her injuries while the big rig driver was not hurt.

Contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today if you are involved in a driving under the influence accident; we will answer any questions that you have and provide you with the legal advice that you need to make an informed decision.

Last weekend’s Coachella music festival resulted in a total of 92 arrests, 43 of which were done by the California Alcoholic Beverage Control Investigators.

According to KPSP Local 2, officers dressed in plain clothes observed concert goers and were targeting alcohol and drug violations each day.   33 individuals were arrested for providing alcohol to minors, possession of false identification, minors in possession of alcohol, and possession of open alcoholic beverage containers. 10 other individuals were arrested for possession of drugs or possession of drugs for sale including marijuana, ketamine, cocaine and MDMA.

Our California DUI Lawyers understand how stressful it can be to be arrested for a DUI in California can be; we will provide you with the best possible representation. 

A Los Angeles man has been arrested for a felony DUI after causing a rollover crash on Highway 101.

According to Noozhawk, Ronald Hernandez, 23, was driving his 2008 Toyota Tacoma around 1am when he lost control and rolled the vehicle.   The passenger, 27-year-old Armen Sarkisan, suffered serious injuries including lacerations to his upper body and a fraction to his right leg which was nearly amputated.   Both men were transported to the Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital after Hernandez was arrested for a felony driving under the influence charge.

Contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers today if you have recently been arrested for a felony DUI charge in California. 

Nicolas Cage has been arrested for public drunkenness after an argument with his wife in New Orleans.

According to Entertainment Today, the 47-year-old Oscar-winner got into a drunken argument with his wife outside a residence in the French Quarter and was booked on suspicion of domestic abuse battery, disturbing the peace and public drunkenness.   Cage was released after posting $11,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on May 31 ^st.

If you have been arrested for a California DUI or even public drunkenness, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers today.

A San Diego police officer is under investigation for driving under the influence and fleeing the scene of an accident.

According to CBS8, 41-year-old David Hall, a motorcycle traffic officer for the city of San Diego, is being accused of crashing his brown GMC into a gray Chevy Suburban on Murray Ridge Road at the on ramp to the I-805. The female driver of the Chevy Suburban claims that Hall took off without stopping while Hall says that he did stop and left after the woman said she was okay.  Once officers located Hall at his Linda Vista residents, he submitted to a breathalyzer test that proved Hall’s blood alcohol level was three times the legal limit.

If you have recently been in a DUI-related accident, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today to find more information. 

A Long Beach fire department captain was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and fleeing the scene.

According to the OC Register, John Hines, 38, was driving on Westminster Avenue, east of Bolsa Chica Road, when his Chevrolet truck swerved into the bike lane and struck a cyclist.   Hines did not stop and check on the cyclists and instead, continued driving to a residence in Huntington Beach.   Witnesses of the accident followed Hines where he was then arrested and booked for a felony hit and run as well as felony driving under the influence; Hines has been released on $50,000 bond.

Contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers if you have been involved in a dui-related accident; our attorneys have been practicing DUI defense for over a decade and can handle any type of driving under the influence charge. 

A unique program designed to inform teens about the harsh realities that result from drinking and driving has been popping up throughout the US.

According to the Parent Dish, a program named “ Every 15 Minutes” makes a huge impact on teens as they learn what occurs when you drink and drive or even drive and text.   By stimulating a drunk driving accident in high school parking lots, teens are able to see the shockingly realistic scenes of the “victims” being taken away on stretchers.  

On top of this, a masked “Grim Reaper” pulls select students out of class every 15 minutes to symbolize that student’s death due to drunk driving. To set the point home, officers read obituary letters that have been written by the student’s parents.   The student must remain silent for 24 hours and cannot call, text or speak. Although the teens can return to their normal lives once their 24 hours are up, they understand that most DUI-related accident victims are not so lucky.

Speak with our California DUI Defense Attorneys today to find out more information regarding DUI with accident, under age DUI or any other driving under the influence charge. 

A 24 year old woman caused a fatal accident that killed an 18 year old male and has been arrested for a felony DUI.

Ashley Selina Bryan, of Highland, was driving her Honda Civic on the 57 freeway in Orange when she failed to avoid hitting a Chevy Camaro that was stopped on the shoulder. The Camaro was then pushed Cameron Cook, 18, who was standing outside of the disabled vehicle near a guardrail.  Cook went over backwards and fell approximately 50 to 60 feet onto a concrete embankment below the freeway.   According to the OC Register, Bryan has been charged with one felony count each of vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated without gross negligence, driving under the influence of alcohol causing bodily injury and driving with a BAC of .08% or more causing injuring as well as a sentencing enhancement for multiple victims.

If you have been in a DUI-related accident or are facing a felony DUI charge, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers today to find out more information on how we can help you.

A head-on crash has resulted in two major injuries and a driver being arrested for felony driving under the influence.

According to KSBY, Fullerton resident Faustino Barcenas, 49, was driving west on Highway 46 when he drifted into the eastbound lane.   A driver, Pablo Elgarrista, was traveling eastbound when he saw Barcenas drifting and immediately pulled over to avoid being hit; Barcenas did hit Elgarrista’s vehicle’s left side but continued driving where he eventually caused a severe head-on collision with 3.7 year old Maria DeJesus Garcia of Fresno.   Both drivers’s had to be extricated from their vehicles and both were taken to hospitals for surgery.  Faustino Barcenas was arrested for felony DUI due to the severe injuries that Garcia sustained.

If you have been in a DUI-related accident, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys immediately; we will represent you throughout the case and make sure that you receive the best possible outcome of your specific case. 

DUI checkpoints are designed to deter motorists from driving and driving.   Although today is April fool’s day, DUI checkpoints are no joke. If you find yourself arrested during a DUI sobriety checkpoint, call our California DUI Defense Lawyers as soon as possible so that we can discuss the details of your case.  Our attorneys are trained in administering DUI field sobriety tests so we will be able to check and make sure that your arrest was done in accordance to specific guidelines.

Friday:

Aliso Viejo: evening – Roving patrol

Coachella: evening – undisclosed location

Laguna Hills: evening – Roving patrol

Laguna Niguel: evening – Roving patrol

Laguna Woods: evening – Roving patrol

Loma Linda: 6pm-1am – undisclosed location

Los Angeles: 8pm-2am – Sunset Blvd. between Portia St & Sutherland St.

Moreno Valley: 6pm-11pm – undisclosed location

Rancho Cordova – evening – undisclosed location

Saturday:

Los Angeles: 6pm-1am – Eastbound Jefferson Blvd between Western Ave. & Denker St.

Los Angeles: 8pm-2am – Cahuenga Blvd. at Broadlawn Drive

A Los Angles man has been arrested for driving under the influence Wednesday evening.

According to Pasadena Star News, 42-year-old Aaron Pyke was pulled over for speeding on the 2 Freeway in Altadena. During the DUI investigation, the driver informed officers that he had guns in his vehicle. Officers uncovered several guns, 547 total rounds of ammo as well as a loaded Beretta that was the only registered gun. Pyke was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and carrying a loaded firearm in a vehicle.

Contact our California DUI Lawyers today to find out more information how we can help get you the best possible sentencing in your specific DUI case. 

A young Napa woman has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after she was stopped for speeding.

Rachel Kathleen Zock, 20, was driving 76mph in a 60mph zone on Highway 29 when she was stopped around 9:55pm Saturday night. According to the Napa Valley Register, officers could smell alcohol in the vehicle and asked Zock to perform a DUI field sobriety test, when she proceeded to punch and kick the officers.

Zock was taken to the local hospital where a blood test was performed; it was at the hospital when officers realized that Zock was using the identity of her 21 year old sister in order to avoid arrest.  Zock has been arrested on suspicion of DUI, impersonating another and obstructing and delaying an officer.

If you are arrested after performing a DUI field sobriety test, contact a leading California DUI Defense Lawyer.

A Woodland police sergeant has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.

Sgt. Steven E. Sexton, 52, was driving a 2004 Triumph motorcycle around 4:30pm Monday when he was stopped by the California Highway Patrol.  According to the Daily Democrat, officers noticed signs of intoxication and determined that Sexton was riding his motorcycle while under the influence of alcohol.

If you or someone you know has been arrested for a driving under the influence of alcohol and or drugs, speak with our California DUI Defense Attorneys today. 

Nancy J. Sierra, 22, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence on State Route 299 early Tuesday morning.

According to Contra Costa Times, Sierra was driving in her 2000 Honda Accord when the vehicle went off the road, striking a power pole.  Sierra’s passenger, 26 year old Amanda L. Nikola suffered a broken clavicle while the driver suffered minor injuries.   Both women were taken to the local hospital where upon release Sierra was arrested for a felony DUI.

If you have been in a DUI-related accident, contact an experienced California DUI Attorney to find out what consequences you could be facing. 

David Matthew Perzanowski, 29, has been arrested and charged with driving under the influence and vehicular homicide after he caused a vehicle-pedestrian collision.

According to RealVail.com, Perzanowski was driving a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee when he struck 32-year-old Lewis Edward Cook III as he was walking on the side of the road. Officers arrived on scene and were unsuccessful in performing CPR.   Perzanowski is being held on a $15,000 California bail.

Contact a leading California DUI Defense Lawyer if you have been in a DUI-related accident. 

A 23-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after she crashed her SUV.

The North Bay woman and her three children were driving in Santa Rosa when the SUV crashed into a guardrail and went over an embankment, causing the driver and two children to be ejected from the vehicle. According to KTVU.com,   the driver and her 2 year old boy and 6 year old girl are being treated at the Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital while the third child, a 4 year old girl, was airlifted to the Children’s Hospital in Oakland.    The driver said she was having an argument with her husband about her drinking habits before she got into the car with her children and caused the accident.

If you or someone you know has been in a DUI-related accident, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today to find out how we can help you.

An employee of the city of Santa Paula was arrested for driving under the influence after being involved in a small accident.  According to the Ventura County Sheriff's Department the employee was driving a city-owned vehicle when the incident occurred.  According to witnesses the driver struck a pole in the parking lot of a grocery store.  The damage was minor but the city employee now faces DUI charges.

A DUI with accident has serious repercussions.  You will usually be required to make restitution on the case if there was damage done to another vehicle, city or state property.  If you are driving a vehicle owned by your company you could face a job suspension or even dismissal.  No matter what the circumstances of your Ventura DUI you need to call a qualified team of drunk driving defense attorneys.

Hunter Kilmer, 23, was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence and on manslaughter charges when his Suzuki Samurai plowed into deep water flowing into a reservoir near the Saddle Dike Embankment.  Kilmer's 16-month-old son was in his car seat at 8:30 pm when Kilmer drove the vehicle into the waters.  The Samurai overturned, Kilmer and a 19-year-old friend were able to escape but they could not save his 16-month-old son.

Any time there is an injury or fatality behind the wheel of a car it is tragic.  The loss of a son, daughter, friend, loved one or even complete stranger affects all aspects of your life.  If you had alcohol in your system at the time of the collision you can face serious charges that could lead to a state prison sentence.  Contact our team of dedicated California DUI lawyers now for a free case consultation.

In an unusual twist a Brentwood High School was turned into a DUI court as students watched the wheels of justice turn.  On December 20, Tyson Ranalli was pulled over and subsequently arrested for a Contra Costa DUI.  After being charged with violation of Vehicle Code sections 23152 (a) driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs and 23152 (b) driving with a BAC of over .08%, Ranalli agreed to this unusual forum for his court proceedings. 

Many students commented that they benefited greatly from seeing the realities of drinking and driving.  California is very strict on DUI cases.  The first call you should make following an arrest for a Contra Costa drunk driving incident is to a top California DUI attorney.  Call us today toll free at 888-444-7210.

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.