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 … Read More »
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 … Read More »
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 … Read More »
An ignition interlock device (IID) is a machine that prevents you from starting your car if you’ve been drinking. It’s a small breathalyzer that is installed in your car. Before you start the car, you … Read More »
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 … Read More »
The answer is “it depends.” If you are an undocumented (illegal) immigrant, a DUI arrest can immediately lead to immigration proceedings and potentially being deported. The best choice you can make is to hire a … Read More »
When you are convicted of a DUI in California, not only will you need to deal with the criminal penalties of a conviction, but the collateral consequences as well. One of the biggest ways your … Read More »
A DUI does not have to ruin your life. If you get a lawyer, fight your case, and negotiate a good deal, you may be able to go on with your life with relatively little … Read More »
When you apply for a job, your potential employer will want to know about your criminal record, if any. If you have a DUI charge in your past they will ask about it and you … Read More »
