In our last blog post, we provided an introduction to DUI sobriety checkpoints and the Ingersoll guidelines that govern their implementation. To recap, the following guidelines should be followed for a valid DUI checkpoint: 1. Decision making by supervising officers; 2. Limits on the discret...
DUI checkpoints, also known as sobriety checkpoints or DUI sobriety checkpoints, are locations where law enforcement officers are stationed to check drivers for signs of intoxication or impairment. Law enforcement agencies use DUI checkpoints as part of their campaigns to deter drunk driving. T...
If you are convicted of Driving Under the Influence you will will likely be placed on probation. If it is a misdemeanor offense it will be informal, or summary probation. This means that you do not have to report to a probation officer or the Los Angeles County Probation Department. If you wer...
If you are placed under arrest for suspicion of Driving Under the Influence, California's implied consent law requires you to submit to a breath or blood test to determine your blood alcohol content ("BAC"). If you select a breath test but the officer also suspects that you are under the influen...
The days following an arrest for Driving Under the Influence can be overwhelming and frightening, especially for those who have just been arrested for the first time. To add more stress to the situation, you may start receiving phone calls and letters from insurance companies and companies that ...
When you face a DUI charge in Los Angeles, having a good lawyer can really help. DUI lawyers know a lot about the complex nature of California's DUI laws. They understand the legal process and can help you through it. If you have been arrested for DUI in Los Angeles, call our office today at (...
Getting a DUI in Los Angeles means you'll likely be arrested and held by the police. It's a scary situation. Prosecutors often push hard for DUI convictions. You could face thousands of dollars in fines and fees. The court might also add extra costs. A DUI conviction could even mean jail time...
The holidays are a time for vacations, celebrations, work parties, and family gatherings. Unfortunately, many of these celebrations involve the consumption of alcohol, which means that the holiday season also sees a rise in DUI-related crashes, leading to preventable holiday accidents. Law enfo...
Understanding California's drunk driving laws is tough. But knowing the penalties is key for drivers. The Golden State has different penalties for driving under the influence (DUI), based on the blood alcohol content (BAC) level, past crimes, and if injuries happened. Most DUIs in California are...
An arrest for driving under the influence is a very traumatic experience for many. The most important thing to do after this happens is to keep calm. You are not alone. The first thing you should do is reach out to a Los Angeles DUI lawyer and explain what happened. Berglund Law Office, P.C. ...
Many DUI cases are filed at the Metropolitan Courthouse, commonly referred to as the "Metro" court, is located at 1945 South Hill Street in the city of Los Angeles. The Metro Court is known for having a very high volume of DUI cases in Los Angeles. This is due, in part, to the large jurisdictio...
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