It may go without saying, but driving while intoxicated is 100% preventable. With rideshare applications like Uber and Lyft as well as taxi services, combined with venues that offer free non-alcoholic drinks and appetizers to …
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State Controller Injured, Other Driver Alleged To Be High
Although California has legalized marijuana both recreationally and medically, it is still illegal to drive while under the influence of marijuana. If a police officer suspects a person of being under the influence, they can …
Officer Force To Retire After Signs Of Intoxication
There is no denying that law enforcement officers are often stressed and must perform at the top of their ability even during these periods. This kind of job pressure can often lead to substance abuse …
Nightmare Comes Back To Haunt DUI Offender
There are two ways that a DUI conviction can affect someone in California. One is that a DUI will stay on your driving record for 10 years. Previously, it was 7 years, but that was …
Man Lights Cigarette From His Burning Vehicle
An intoxicated driver might do many things that tip off police and other motorists that they may be driving under the influence. Some common things that intoxicated motorists do are forgetting to turn on their …
Woman Convicted Of Vehicular Manslaughter Due To DUI
In California, if you are a driver involved in a fatal DUI, there are three charges that you could potentially be charged with by prosecutors. One charge is murder, but this charge requires very specific …
It Doesn’t Take Much Alcohol To Cause A Deadly Accident
TThere area few general rules when it comes to blood-alcohol content. One nearly universal rule in the United States is that a BAC of .08% or higher is over the legal limit and can land …
Checkpoint At Malibu Nabs 11 People
With the legalization of recreational marijuana in California, law enforcement officers are now having to look out for drivers who are not just driving while intoxicated by alcohol. Marijuana and even other legal prescription drugs …
DUI Threshold Lowered For Rideshare Drivers In California
Uber and Lyft are ridesharing companies that may have helped to reduce drunken driving incidents in a number of cities. In California, Uber and Lyft require that a potential driver have a clean record – …
DUI Patrols Increased For The July Holiday
Just because the Fourth of July is taking place mid-week this year does not mean that celebrations are going to be lacking. Many people are taking off from work beginning on Tuesday evening and will …