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Ignition interlock devices (IIDs) are used to measure a driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC). These devices are often installed in a vehicle after a driver is convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol in California. California also prosecutes drivers for operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs like marijuana. This leads some drivers to wonder if an IID breathalyzer can detect marijuana. The professionals at the...

All charges for driving under the influence (DUI) in California can lead to fines, jail time, and the suspension of your driver’s license. Most of these DUI charges are prosecuted as misdemeanors in the court system. However, you can face felony charges in some situations. If you are accused of a DUI causing injury, you might face harsher felony accusations. Fortunately, you may be able to get a felony DUI...

Applying for citizenship in the United States can be a complicated process. The presence of a conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) on your record can make the process more difficult. In fact, in some circumstances, a DUI can stop you from becoming a U.S. citizen. However, DUIs will not always prevent you from achieving citizenship in the U.S. Find out more about how a DUI conviction can impact...

If you are in a vehicle with a driver who is driving under the influence (DUI), you may be stopped by a law enforcement officer. Many individuals feel incredibly nervous in this situation. You may be unsure if you will face criminal charges alongside the driver, especially if you were drinking as well. You should know that you cannot generally get a DUI in the passenger seat in California. Go...

Understanding where you can travel after a conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) can be complicated. While drivers with a DUI can generally travel freely through their own countries, crossing a national border can sometimes prove difficult. For example, traveling across the Mexican border with a DUI is possible. However, your entry to either country may be denied in certain instances, particularly based on your unique history and criminal...

Each state handles charges for driving under the influence (DUI) separately. However, leaving a state after being charged with a DUI does not necessarily mean you will escape prosecution. This is because sometimes states can extradite you for DUI charges. The team at the Simmrin Law Group can help you review situations where you can be extradited by California for a DUI. Find out how you can handle out-of-state DUI...

Ignition interlock devices (IIDs) are designed to prevent drivers from operating a vehicle while inebriated. IIDs measure blood alcohol content (BAC) before allowing you to start your vehicle and they perform regular tests while you are driving. Put simply, IIDs are supposed to prevent you from driving under the influence (DUI). Find out if you can still get a DUI with an IID right here. The Simmrin Law Group can...

A conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) can lead to a number of serious consequences. Some drivers consider moving to another state to avoid these penalties. For example, you could be wondering if you could get a driver’s license in California after getting a DUI that led to a license suspension in another state. In many cases, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) will not issue you a...

The court system may require you to install an ignition interlock device (IID) in your vehicle following a conviction for driving under the influence (DUI). These devices are portable breathalyzers that control whether or not your vehicle will start based on your blood alcohol content (BAC). While this sounds simple enough, it can become complicated if you share a vehicle with other people. You may end up wondering if anyone...

Charges for driving under the influence (DUI) in California can have serious impacts on your life. You could face jail time, fines, and the suspension of your driver’s license if you are convicted in court. For this reason, it’s very important that you focus on the best ways to fight and beat your California DUI charges. You can immediately improve your odds of beating a DUI charge in California by...