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| February 24, 2011 |
| San Joaquin County Credits Court Program for Reduction in DUI Deaths |
| Posted By Thomas V. Wallin |
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DUI-related accidents and deaths have decreased in San Joaquin County in large part due to a program targeting repeat DUI offenders.
According to the San Joaquin County Superior Court, between 2008 and 2009, 16 fewer people in the county died in
DUI-related accidents.
The program, funded by a $570,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, targets people who have been convicted of DUI for a second or third time.
After being released from jail, they begin reporting regularly to the judge, who determines the level of monitoring needed. The 756 participants are required to make regular court appearances, submit to drug and alcohol testing, and participate in 12-step recovery programs.
"We're doing really high-maintenance, hands-on things with people," said San Joaquin County Superior Court Judge Richard Vlavianos. "We're doing active monitoring."
The DUI Court is a collaboration of the court, San Joaquin County District Attorney's Office, and the office of the San Joaquin County Public Defender.
In addition to programs for repeat offenders, many California courts and District Attorney Offices have recognized the value of
sentencing alternatives for
first time offenders in lieu of jail time and as part of plea bargain agreements.
An experienced California DUI attorney can fully explore the various sentencing alternatives to insure that their clients obtain the best possible outcomes.
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| April 19, 2010 |
| Bakersfield Senator sentenced in DUI charge |
| Posted By Thomas V. Wallin |
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Ray Ashburn entered a plea of no contest to the charge of driving under the influence. He was sentenced to two days in county jail and three years of informal probation. Ashburn was pulled over on March 14 leaving a gay bar. As an outspoken anti-gay advocate, Ashburn was highly criticized after the incident and has sense admitted that he is gay.
A Bakersfield DUI can be extremely detrimental to your career and your personal life. From the court and DMV hearings to the public condemnation associated with your charge it is in your best interest to consult with a highly qualified Bakersfield DUI attorney. Call our office today for a free initial case consultation. |
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| February 05, 2010 |
| Cincinnati Bengal Rey Maualuga enters plea to driving under the influence |
| Posted By Thomas V. Wallin |
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Rey Maualuga entered a plea this week to
driving under the influence. He played as a linebacker for USC prior to going pro with the Cincinnati Bengals. In the plea agreement Maualuga received a 7-day suspended jail sentence. He was placed on informal probation for two years and had his license suspended for 90 days. Maualuga was arrested after he hit two parked cars and a parking meter.
Between pro-athletes and celebrities, the news is littered with stories of drunk driving – the fact of the matter is that drunk driving arrests occur every day and not only to celebrities and pro-athletes. A charge for driving under the influence can be very serious. It is important that if you or someone you love has been arrested for driving under the influence that you contact a lawyer. An experienced California DUI defense attorney can assist you with all aspects of your case including contacting the
DMV and your
criminal court proceedings.
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