If a judge believes that addiction played a role in your DUI, your sentence could include various forms of alcohol or drug treatment. Most of these just involve meetings or a brief stay in a …
How do I choose a treatment program if I’m ordered into one for a Los Angeles DUI?
When you are convicted of a DUI in California, the judge has the option of ordering you into a treatment program. The goal of this program is to help you overcome addiction and stay sober …
If I get a DUI in Los Angeles will I need to go to Rehab?
Most California DUI sentences do not result in rehab or drug/alcohol treatment—but some do. Judges have a wide discretion in choosing a DUI sentence. As part of probation, they can order community service, AA meetings, …
What is DUI restitution? Do I have to pay money to the victim in my DUI accident?
Many DUI’s involve accidents. If your alleged DUI caused injury, property damage or other losses, you may be forced to pay to compensate the victim(s). Under California law, DUI victims can seek compensation or “restitution” …
What is a SCRAM device and why are they used in California DUI sentences?
A SCRAM bracelet is an alcohol monitoring device. Sometimes, an individual is ordered to wear one as part of their DUI sentence in California. They are usually used in cases where the individual is believed …
What is DUI Traffic School and how does it work in Los Angeles?
In California every DUI sentence includes mandatory DUI education classes (often called “DUI School”). These classes are meant to discourage you from driving under the influence again. It’s arguable how effective they are at actually …
How does probation work in a DUI charge in Los Angeles?
Probation is part of every DUI sentence, but it’s not always easy to understand. “Probation” literally means proving because it’s a chance to prove yourself to the law. It’s a period of time where you …
How Long Do I Have to Stay in Jail After a DUI Arrest in Los Angeles?
One of the most frightening parts of being arrested for DUI is being sent to jail. In most DUI arrests, they hold the driver in jail for at least a little while. How long this …
What if I (or my loved one) cannot make bail for DUI in Los Angeles?
Most of the time, when someone is arrested for DUI in Los Angeles they are released from jail within 24 hours. They are then free until and unless they are sentenced to jail at their …
How Does a DUI Affect Immigration Status?
If you’ve immigrated to the U.S. and have been charged with an impaired driving offense, you might be wondering how a DUI affects immigration status. The answer depends on several different factors. If you are …