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Law enforcement officers in California stop drivers suspected of driving under the influence (DUI) every day. During these stops, officers may use chemical tests – like the breathalyzer – to measure a driver’s blood alcohol content (BAC). Refusal to consent to a breathalyzer test may lead to criminal charges in some circumstances. Find out why it’s a crime to refuse a breathalyzer in California, the functions of a breathalyzer, and...

You can face a number of serious consequences if you are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) in California. The court system can fine you, sentence you to jail time, and suspend your driver’s license. You may also have to complete a DUI education program. You can use this article to learn more about the types of education programs you may have to go to if you are convicted...

You can face a difficult legal battle if you are accused of driving under the influence (DUI) in California. Prosecutors can work to gather evidence to use against you. They may use reports regarding your blood alcohol content (BAC) and witness statements as they try to secure a conviction. Proving that some of this evidence is inadmissible could help strengthen your defense. The Simmrin Law Group can help you understand...

Charges for driving under the influence (DUI) in California can seriously impact your life. You can face a number of dire consequences if you are convicted. These charges can apply if you are driving your personal vehicle or a company car at the time of your arrest. You may be wondering what will happen if you get a DUI while driving a company car in California. Find out how this...

Law enforcement officers can pull over drivers who they believe are driving under the influence (DUI). Sometimes, in these situations, officers do not adhere to lawful standards of behavior. They may violate a driver’s rights while making an arrest. If your rights were violated during a DUI arrest, the charges you are facing could be dismissed. Find out how you can prove your rights were violated when you were arrested...

Vehicular manslaughter charges are prosecuted very harshly in the state of California. Convictions can result in fines and years of time behind bars. You may be wondering if you can face these charges if you were charged with driving under the influence (DUI) and causing a serious accident. The fact of the matter is that you can face two different vehicular manslaughter charges for a DUI-related accident. You could also...

Drivers in California who are charged with driving under the influence (DUI) can face serious consequences. For example, these individuals may have their driver’s license suspended by: The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) The court system Suspensions directly from the DMV are called administrative suspensions. We use the term court suspensions to license restrictions that occur as a result of a DUI conviction. You can use this article to go...

There are many different terms associated with drunk driving throughout the country. One term you may not be familiar with is “general impairment drunk driving.” In many states, this refers to drunk driving cases involving a driver with a blood alcohol content (BAC) that is only slightly over the legal limit. While general impairment drunk driving may not involve the consumption of large amounts of alcohol, it is still considered...

Car accident cases in California can be incredibly complicated, especially if alcohol was involved in the accident. California is a pure comparative negligence state, which means that all parties in the accident can be assigned a percentage of fault, impacting the amount of damages they can receive. If multiple drivers involved in an accident were drunk at the time of the collision, it can make determining fault for the wreck...

A drunk driving car accident in Los Angeles can leave you shaken and unsure about what you should do next. The experts recommend that you take a few steps immediately, including: Contacting law enforcement officers Reaching out to legal professionals for help You should not attempt to leave the scene of the accident. Fleeing from the scene of an accident could result in hit and run charges in California. Find...