By Christopher J McCann The only two bodies that have a right to suspend or revoke your driving privileges in California are the DMV (Department of Motor Vehicle) and a court of law. You can request your CA criminal law attorney to check if your driver’s license has been suspended. What Is Meant By Suspension…
By Christopher J McCann Parties are meant to be a fun and entertaining experience that often include responsible drinking; however, when the party spills into the public eye the police must intervene. Being charged with public intoxication is not simply being drunk in a public location. Instead, the individual must be intoxicated to the point…
Definition of DUI Entrapment Laws Once in a while, criminal lawyers focusing on DUI cases tend to come across drunken driving charges where the arresting officer compelled an impaired driver to enter into his or her car only for them to arrest the impaired driver later for driving under the influence. For example, the police…
By Christopher J McCann Learn All About CA DMV SR22 Requirements After Being Arrested For A DUI in California To Get Your Car Back On The Golden State Highway. By: Christopher J McCann Introduction There is a lot of confusion and obscurity surrounding CA DMV SR22 requirements. However, with the help of an experienced CA…
By Christopher J McCann Convicted DUI offenders can apply for a restricted license allowing for the individual to operate a vehicle for medical and/or work purposes. The DMV does not automatically grant a DUI offender a hardship license. Instead, the offender must request that the judge issue them a document that authorizes the DMV to…
Drinking and driving can have a devastating impact on your life and any other motorists on the road. Consequently, it is always best to have a designated driver or call a cab after a night of partying with friends. However, everyone is entitled to making mistakes and if arrested for a DUI contact a criminal…
Introduction No matter how you look at it, driving while high or drunk is illegal. In California, being arrested for drunk driving or driving while on drugs carries substantial penalties. For first time offenders, you may find yourself facing a fine of at least $500, mandatory probation, required attendance at a DUI/Drug School and a…
Introduction to the Ignition Interlock Device Program California An IID is installed on a motor vehicle’s dashboard and acts like a breathalyzer. Prior to the vehicle being started, the driver must first give a breath sample into the device. If the IID detects a breath alcohol level higher than the programmed amount the engine will…
Introduction Every year thousands of drivers are arrested throughout the country for DUI related offenses. If arrested in California, drivers can expect to face strict punishment if convicted of a DUI. Punishments for first time offenders include a short prison sentence in county jail, driver’s license suspension and a substantial fine. For second and third…
Introduction to Writing a DUI Apology Letter Driving under the influence is a very serious offense that leaves many individuals feeling embarrassment for their actions. Sometimes a well-thought, coherent and eloquent letter can go a long way in earning leniency from the court. The more apologetic and thoughtful a defendant appears the more likely it…
