I am often asked what someone should do if they get pulled over. Should they ask for a lawyer? Should they not say anything? Should they refuse a chemical test? They’ve seen too many TV shows and movies and read about outlier cases that often lead to wildly incorrect assumptions. […]
In California, many of us consider our driver’s licenses to be absolutely essential. They give us freedom of movement and help us carry out responsibilities, such as getting to and from work and school, or transporting our children. If you’ve been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in California, […]
We’ve just finished the year-end holiday season when spirits can be high in more ways than one. It’s not unusual for police to take extra steps during holidays of any type to look out for drivers operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Regardless of the time of […]
If you’ve been arrested for drunk driving, you can and should fight the charges. Being pulled over and charged with a DUI can be a harrowing experience, but just because you were charged doesn’t mean you’ll be convicted. If you’re unsure of your next steps or how to go about […]
Many people believe if they are arrested for DUI and acknowledge that they are over the legal limit at the time, they should not bother fighting the charge. Instead, they take their punishment, perhaps to avoid attorney’s fees, and move on. People fail to recognize that a DUI conviction results […]