There are three kinds of tests officers can use after arresting you for DUI in California: Breath test (“Breathalyzer”), which tests for alcohol only Blood test, which tests for alcohol or drugs Urine test, which …
What counts as “excessive” blood alcohol? What are the penalties?
Any DUI in California is serious, but you’ll face a tougher sentence if you are accused of having “excessive” blood alcohol level during your DUI. Excessive blood alcohol can increase your jail sentence, the length …
What is California’s “Zero Tolerance” law for DUI offenders?
Los Angeles is tough on DUI cross the board, but there are certain circumstances where the law is stricter than normal. These circumstances are covered by California’s “Zero Tolerance” policy. Zero Tolerance essentially means that …
What is house arrest for DUI?
House arrest is a form of alternative sentencing. In some California DUI cases, you can serve house arrest instead of jail time. House arrest is often referred to as home detention or home confinement. It …
What Are the Consequences of a DUI Probation Violation?
A probation violation leads to different penalties, including revoking the probation and imposing the original jail sentence, imposing a tougher jail time, extending your probation, or adding extra terms. This can significantly impact the outcome …
What if I get a 2nd DUI while on probation for my 1st DUI?
Any repeat DUI is serious. Courts take an especially dim view of a new DUI charge by someone who is still on probation for a previous DUI. This will not only affect your new DUI …
What is a DUI “work furlough” and how does it work in California?
California offers a variety of sentencing alternatives for DUI offenders. Some of these alternatives are meant to rehabilitate the offender and decrease the chance of another DUI in the future; others are simply meant to …
If my teen son or daughter is facing a DUI, what can I do to help them?
When a young person gets arrested for DUI, it reflects a momentary lack of judgment. Teenagers and 20-year-olds don’t understand how strongly alcohol affects them. They’re also more willing to experiment and take risks than …
What Are the Laws Against Carrying Alcohol in a Vehicle in the State of California?
California has many laws regarding drinking and driving, including regulations about transporting liquor. What are the laws against carrying alcohol in a vehicle in the state of California? Vehicle Code 23222(a) is the primary law …
What Is the California Administrative License Suspension Program, Also Known as “Admin Per Se” (APS), and How Does It Affect My DUI Case?
Like most states, California has two separate systems to penalize DUI. One system is the courts and the criminal penalties you face if convicted. The other system is the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). …