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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. 

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.