23 Things You Must Know About A First Time DUI In California

In this post you are going to learn everything there is to know about a first time DUI in California. In fact: A person who has been arrested for a first offense DUI in California is facing two different government agencies. The DMV The local criminal court Lets get started….. First DUI In California In…

Vehicle Code 23152(e): DUI Law For Uber, Lyft, Taxi & Limo Drivers

Vehicle Code 23152(e): DUI Law For Uber, Lyft, Taxi & Limo Drivers

California Vehicle Code 23152(e) which commenced on July 1st 2018, makes it a crime to drive with .04 or more blood alcohol concentration when a passenger for hire is a passenger in the vehicle at the time of the offense1. What Is Vehicle Code 23152(e) VC? Taxi, limo, or ride-share drivers such as Uber or…

7 Things Out of State Drivers Need to Know about a DUI in California

If you received a DUI in California with an out of state license then there are certain important things you need to know about what happens next. Overview Of DUI in California California has some of the country’s strictest driving under the influence (DUI) laws and they are applied equally to both in state and out…

11 Things You Didn’t Know About A 2nd Time DUI
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11 Things You Didn’t Know About A 2nd Time DUI

A conviction of a second DUI when the prior DUI conviction or “wet reckless” offense was within the past 10 years increases the penalties under California vehicle code section 23540. This means longer jail time and more expensive fines, in addition to a longer DUI program and SR-22 filing requirement. Penalties for a Second Offense When an officer arrests someone…

Ignition Interlock Device Requirements From a DUI

If you have pled guilty to or have otherwise been convicted of a DUI, the court or DMV may require that you install an ignition interlock device (IID) in your vehicle when your license is reinstated. Below our DUI lawyers explain how the IID works, installation requirements and other frequently asked questions. Ignition Interlock Device Overview Update: SB…

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Vehicle Code 23152(d) VC – Commercial Driver DUI (DMV & Legal Guide)

Overview Of Vehicle Code 23152(d) If you hold a commercial license and you drove a commercial motor vehicle such as a truck while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you may be charged with “Commercial Drivers with a DUI” under Vehicle Code 23152(d) vc, among other related offenses. To be convicted of this offense,…