DUI vs DWI: What’s the Difference?
Have you questioned DUI vs DWI? If you’re looking to find out the key differences, then read this helpful article. Read on now.
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Can You Be Convicted of DUI without a Breathalyzer?
/in Criminal Defense /by SFVBA Attorney Referral ServiceThe breathalyzer test is just one way for authorities to determine if you were driving under the influence. So, can you be convicted of DUI without a breathalyzer test? If you were arrested, it’s time to call an experienced DUI attorney. When a police officer suspects you are driving under the influence, he or she […]
What Happens When You Get a DUI in California?
/in Criminal Defense /by SFVBA Attorney Referral ServiceThere are severe penalties for driving under the influence. Today, we’re taking a closer look at what happens when you get a DUI in California. What Happens When You Get A DUI In California. If you are pulled over arrested for DUI under California Vehicle Code 23152(a) VC (driving under the influence), there are a number […]
Can You Get A Marijuana DUI In California?
/in Criminal Defense /by SFVBA Attorney Referral ServiceThe legalization of recreational marijuana arrived with new laws and consequences early 2018, including driving under the influence. On January 1st, 2018, California legalized the recreational use of marijuana. With that said, you can be arrested for driving under the influence of marijuana due to the effects it has on your vision, brain, and motor skills, […]
The Penalties For A DUI In California
/in Criminal Defense /by SFVBA Attorney Referral ServiceThe penalties for a DUI in California are severe, especially for repeat offenders and drivers under 21. The state of California has strict laws for drunk driving, especially for repeat offenders and drivers under 21 years of age. Driving under the influence (DUI) in California doesn’t mean you have to be drunk to be arrested. […]
Alcohol Laws in California and Effects on Teen Driving
/6 Comments/in Criminal Defense /by SFVBAAlcohol is always dangerous when mixed with driving, but this situation can become even more serious when it’s teenagers behind the wheel. Many teens do not have the experience behind the wheel to handle a car safely in different situations including driving at night, driving in inclement weather, or operating a vehicle with many passengers […]
DUI Arrest In California: What Do I Do Now?
/in Criminal Defense /by SFVBAWe all know that it’s illegal to drive drunk, but people make mistakes. Sometimes it’s hard to tell when you’ve had too much. How do you deal with a DUI arrest? California DUI Laws California has some of the strictest DUI laws in the country. There are two separate sections of the California Vehicle Code […]
Breathalyzer Laws In California
/in Criminal Defense /by SFVBAToday, around 30% of fatalities occurring in motor vehicle accidents are the result of impaired or drunk driving. This statistic is down from 50% in the 1960s, largely due to educational campaigns and increased enforcement. Enforcement is easier these days, in part because of the popular breathalyzer test to measure blood alcohol content. What is […]