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Our California DUI Defense Lawyers want you to have a great weekend without getting a driving under the influence charge.   If you plan on going out this weekend, please make sure that have a designated driver or hire a cab so that you do not run the risk of having to drive after drinking.  

This weekend, there will be multiple DUI sobriety checkpoints in California; our attorneys have compiled the list below so that you are aware and can make a more informed decision.   If you do happen to be arrested for driving under the influence at a DUI checkpoint, contact our California DUI Attorney as soon as possible!

Friday:

Canyon Lake: 7pm-early morning - undisclosed location

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

Cypress: 6pm-early morning - undisclosed location

Dana Point: 8pm-4am - undisclosed location

Lompoc: 6pm - early morning - undisclosed location

Los Angeles County: weekend - multiple cities throughout Los Angeles County!

Montclair: 7pm-2am - undisclosed location

Murrieta: 6pm - early morning - undisclosed location

Orange: 8pm-2am - 1800 West Chapman Ave.

Oxnard: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

Rancho Cordova: 8pm-2am - undisclosed location

Rancho Mirage: 8pm- 2am - undisclosed location

Redondo Beach: 7:32am - early morning - undisclosed location

Salinas: evening - undisclosed location

San Bernardino County: evening - multiple cities

San Clemente: 8pm-4am - undisclosed location

San Juan Capistrano: 8pm-4am - undisclosed location

San Marcos: 7:30pm-3am - undisclosed location

Temecula: 6pm - undisclosed location

Victorville: 7pm - early morning - undisclosed location

Vista: 7pm - early morning - undisclosed location

Saturday:

Chula Vista: 6pm - early morning - undisclosed location

Lompoc: 6pm - early morning - undisclosed location

Redlands: 10pm-3am - Alabama St. between Orange Ave. & Barton Rd.

Sacramento: evening - undisclosed location

Tustin: 7pm-3am - undisclosed location

Visalia: evening - 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. 

Our California DUI Defense Lawyers are here to provide you with information regarding DUI sobriety checkpoints so that you are prepared if you ever have to go through one.   Even if you haven't been drinking and driving, a DUI checkpoint can be a stressful situation.

If you are arrested during a checkpoint, contact our California DUI Attorney as soon as possible as you could be facing lengthy license suspensions and even potential jail time.

Friday:

Chino: 8pm-early morning - undisclosed location

Hemet: 8pm-2am - undisclosed location

Lake Elsinore: evening - undisclosed location

Lemon Grove: 7pm-2am - 6900 block of Broadway

Lompoc: 6pm-early morning - undisclosed location

Studio City: 8pm-2am - Ventura Blvd. between Eureka Dr & Fruitland Drive

Modesto: 9pm-2am - undisclosed locations

Oakland: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

Sacramento: 7:30pm-early morning - Amherst St. & Meadowview Rd.

San Marcos: 7pm-3am - undisclosed location

Santa Maria: 6pm-1am - undisclosed location

Saturday:

Lodi: 6:30pm-2:30am - undisclosed location

Modesto: 10pm-3am - city wide roving DUI saturation patrol

Perris: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

Santa Barbara: 9:15pm-3:15am - undisclosed location 

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

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. 

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. 

Fourth of July weekend is all about BBQs, fireworks and spending time with friends and family.  Like most holiday weekends, officers will be on the lookout for anyone who is driving under the influence.   If you plan on drinking this weekend, please remember to have a designated driver to get you home safely or call a taxi cab to avoid a DUI.  

Several cities throughout California will be conducting DUI sobriety checkpoints, many of which will be roving DUI patrol, meaning they will be on the lookout for anyone suspected of driving under the influence.  

If you are arrested for driving under the influence or causing a DUI-related accident this weekend, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers as soon as possible. We will handle your case and ensure that you get the best possible sentencing.

Friday:

Aliso Viejo: 6:30pm - 2:30am - undisclosed location

Brea: 7pm-3am - undisclosed location

Glendora: evening - undisclosed location

Grand Terrace: 6pm-2am - city wide, all weekend

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

Imperial Beach: 7:30pm-2:30am - 900 block of Palm Ave.

Lancaster: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

Lemon Grove: 7pm-2:30am - 6900 block of Broadway

Livermore: evening - undisclosed location

Loma Linda: 6pm-2am - city wide, all weekend

Los Angeles: 8pm-2am - Devonshire area, Reseda Blvd & Nordhoff St.

Monterey Park: evening - undisclosed location

Napa: 6pm-all weekend - area freeways and highways

North Hollywood: 6pm-12 am - Lankershim Blvd. & Cumpston St.

Oakland: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

Orange County: entire weekend - extra roving patrol for Brea, Buena Park, Garden Grove, Irvine, La Habra, La Palma, Los Alamitos, Orange, Placentia, Santa Ana, Yorba Linda

Pasadena: evening - undisclosed location

Redlands: 10pm-3am - 6^th & 8 ^th St.

Riverside: all weekend - city wide

Salinas: evening - undisclosed location

Santa Fe Springs: evening - undisclosed location

San Bernardino County: 7pm-1am - Adelanto & Redlands

San Diego: 9pm-4am - undisclosed location

Santa Monica: evening - undisclosed location

Saturday:

Baldwin Park: evening - undisclosed location

Escondido: 6pm-12am - undisclosed location

Irvine: 7pm-3am - Culver Dr.

Los Angeles: 8pm-2am - Figueroa St. & 40^th Place

Napa - 6pm-1am - unincorporated Napa county, undisclosed location

Pomona: evening - undisclosed location

San Bernardino County: entire weekend - Roving patrol set for: Upland, Rialto, Victorville, Hesperia, Yucca Valley, 29 Palms, Redlands, Loma Linda, Grand Terrace, Rancho Cucamonga, Chino Hills, Chino, San Bernardino, Ontario, Fontana, Montclair, Highland and Yucaipa

San Diego: 9pm-4am - undisclosed location

San Jose: 9pm-3am - undisclosed location

Yucaipa: 6pm-2am - undisclosed location

Sunday:

Los Angeles: 12pm-8pm - Foothill and Harbor areas

Redlands: 10pm- 3am - city wide

Monday:

Redlands: 6pm- 2am - city wide

West Hollywood: 4pm-10pm - Pacific Coast Highway & Temescal Canyon Rd.

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 recent DUI Checkpoint in Orange County resulted in only one driving under the influence even after over 700 vehicles were screened.

According to the OC Register, over 1000 vehicles passed through the Bristol St. and Randolph Ave. DUI sobriety checkpoint late Wednesday evening but only one individual was actually arrested for a DUI. These checkpoints are designed to protect the public from drunk drivers however; it seems as if they are just a way to spend tax payer as well as state and federal agencies money.  

Out of the 713 vehicles screened, 10 were towed, 30 driver's licenses were investigated, two warrants were served and 18 individuals were given citations.  Once passenger decided to throw out a can of beer before approaching the DUI checkpoint; officers cited the driver for allowing an open container in the vehicle while the passenger was arrested for an outstanding DUI warrant.

Contact our California DUI Attorneys today if you have been arrested for driving under the influence during a DUI sobriety checkpoint.   These checkpoints must follow specific DUI checkpoint guidelines and if those guidelines are violated, then you may receive a more favorable outcome in your specific case. 

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 56-year-old Santa Rosa man was arrested on suspicion of a California DUI and drug possession Wednesday evening.

According to the Napa Valley Register, Terry Alan Gray was driving his Toyota Camry when he ran off the roadway near Lodi Lane on Highway 29; the car apparently hit a drain pipe and became stuck in the mud. Once officers arrived, they noticed Gray had signs of impairment and proceeded to have him perform a DUI field sobriety test.   Officers arrested Gray for felony possession of a controlled substance, driving under the influence of a controlled substance and driving while addicted to a drug.

Contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys have been practicing DUI defense for over a decade and can handle any type of driving under the influence case. Contact us today to find out how we can get you the best possible representation. 

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. 

A Redwood City resident has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after he ran his can off the road.

According to the Napa Valley Register, 57-year-ol Rolander Cruthird was driving his 1994 Plymouth Voyager northbound on Highway 29 around 11:40pm when he lost control of his car. Cruthird ran off Highway 29 near Robert Louis Stevenson State Park just north of Calistoga.   Once officers arrived at the scene, they arrested and booked Cruthird for a California DUI and for cannabis possession.

If you have been arrested on suspicion of drunk driving in Napa or any part of California, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys as soon as possible. We have the experience and knowledge to handle any type of DUI offense, whether this is your first time or whether you are a multiple DUI offender. 

A Brawley man has been arrested for a felony driving under the influence after he caused an accident that injured a 12-year-old boy.

Isaac Solorio Beaver, 28, was driving his 1996 Volvo sedan on Worthington Road around 7am on Saturday morning when he failed to stop at a red light. He drove through the intersection and plowed into a Toyota Rav4 driven by Juan Bernal. 

According to IV Press Online, a 12 year old boy that was sitting in the back of the Toyota Rav4, without a seatbelt, was ejected from the vehicle and landed in a dirt median.  Bernal and two other boys, ages 10 and 16, received minor to moderate injuries and were taken to the local hospital. Beaver was arrested for causing a  DUI-related accident after he fled from the scene but was later caught by Highway Patrol officers.

Our California DUI Defense Lawyers understand how difficult it can be to be arrested for drunk driving. Contact us today to find out how we can help you and answer any of your questions.

A man in Orange County has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence after he crashed into a vehicle as well as a vacant building.

According to the OC Register, a man driving a pickup truck was speeding on Knott Street when he ran a red light at West Chapman Avenue. The truck then veered, hit another vehicle and continued 100 yards before crashing into a vacant building at 12072 Knott St.   Both the truck driver and the female driving the other vehicle were taken to local hospitals with minor injuries.

If you have recently been in a DUI related accident, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today to find out how we can help you get the best possible outcome in your specific case.

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. 

Shannon Richard, 43, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and vehicular manslaughter.  

According to keyt.com, Richard was driving with her two year old in her 2008 Mitsubishi when she hit Jose Luis Carmona, 40, as he was walking beside his mountain bike.   Richard left the scene and was found at her home nearby where she claimed she hit an animal.   Unfortunately, Carmona has died from blunt force injuries. Richard is out on bail but scheduled to be arraigned later this week.

If you have been in a DUI related accident, contact an experienced California DUI Attorney to find out how we can help you and will provide you with California DUI laws and what you could be facing. 

Before you go out this weekend, make sure to have a plan of action so that you can avoid getting a California DUI. Have a friend be the designated driver or hire a taxi before you go out and drink. The list below is designed to provide you with the local DUI/Drivers License Checkpoints that will be going on both Friday and Saturday this weekend.

Friday, March 4th:

Coachella: 7pm-2am – undisclosed location

Inglewood: 8pm-3:30am – undisclosed location

Lynwood: 6pm – 2am – undisclosed location

Modesto: evening – undisclosed location

Oakland: 6pm-2am – undisclosed location

Pacoima: 8pm-2am – Van Nuys Blvd. between Laurel Canyon Blvd. & Remick Ave.

Rancho Cordova – 8pm-2am – undisclosed location

Seal Beach: 6pm-3am – First Street & Pacific Coast Highway

Saturday, March 5th:

Los Angeles: 8pm-2am – La Brea Ave. between Rodeo Blvd. & Exposition Blvd.

If you are arrested at a DUI Checkpoint, contact a California DUI Defense Attorney as soon as possible so that we can help you keep your license and provide you with the best representation throughout your case. 

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.

Christina Aguilera, 30, has been arrested for being drunk in public early Tuesday morning.

The famous singer was a passenger in a car that was pulled over by a West Hollywood nightclub.  According to the LA Times Blog, the driver was arrested for driving under the influence and Aguilera was also arrested for public drunkenness; she has been released on a $250 DUI bail.

If you have been arrested after drinking, contact a leading California DUI Attorney to learn about DUI laws that may work in your favor. 

Turlock police officers visited 116 high-risk DUI offenders who failed to provide proof of installing an ignition interlock device, or IID, on their vehicles.

These IIDs are designed to prevent California DUI offenders from operating vehicles if they have been drinking.   In order for the car to start, the user must blow into the device and resister a below a certain predetermined blood alcohol level.   The data from the IID is then downloaded and sent to the court files for review by the district attorney.  

According to the Modesto Bee, officers found 29 violators, 6 of which were in compliance but had not reported to the DMV, 22 had their licenses suspended and 1 resisted and was booked on an obstruction charge.  

Ignition interlock devices are a convenient and easy way in allowing those who have been arrested for DUIs to continue driving.   If you have been arrested for driving under the influence, contact our California DUI Defense Lawyers to find out if you are eligible for an IID. 

Karen Honeycutt of Temecula has been arrested on three counts of DUI causing injury and on suspicion of murder of her 9 year old daughter Chloe.

PE.com states that the 41 year old mother was driving her 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee near Redhawk Parkway when she lost control of her vehicle.   The car hit a tree and a concrete light pole in a center divider, causing Chloe and a 17 year old sibling to be ejected from the vehicle. Chloe was pronounced dead at the hospital, the 17 year old broke their back and the third sibling, an 8 year old boy that had his seatbelt on, suffered moderate injuries.  

If you or someone you know has been in a driving under the influence accident, contact our California DUI Defense Attorneys today to find out more information. 

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. 

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.

Jason Wahler was arrested for the sixth time on alcohol related charges Friday night.  The former star of Laguna Beach and The Hills, Wahler, 23, was driving his 2008 Chevy Tahoe in Newport Beach at around 11:00 pm when he was arrested on suspicion of an Orange County DUI.  Wahler has recently been in the news after allegedly getting into a fight at a bar in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.  Read more about Jason Wahler’s arrest online at People.com.

An arrest for an Orange County DUI can affect every aspect of your life.  Unfortunately, the laws are only getting stricter in Orange County, likely because of the highly publicized light sentencing in celebrity related drunk driving arrests.  On a second or subsequent DUI arrest you are likely facing jail time, a long license suspension and an 18 month alcohol program.  Given the seriousness of the penalties involved with an Orange County DUI, the most important thing you can do is contact a qualified drunk driving attorney to assist you with all aspects of your case.

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.

In an effort to crackdown on drunk driving in Palo Alto, a number of law enforcement agencies joined forces to establish checkpoints this past weekend which led to 16 drunk driving arrests Friday and Saturday.  The California DUI checkpoint located at University and Seneca Street on Saturday yielded nine arrests for driving under the influence and according to the Palo Alto Police Department another seven were cited on Friday.

These DUI crackdowns are not unique to Palo Alto, they are occurring across California.  It is important to know the law and your rights.  Being arrested for driving under the influence can be devastating, the most important thing you can do is hire a leading California drunk driving defense attorney to assist you with your case.  Call our offices toll free today.