Driving Under The Influence Of Drugs: Useful Information You Should Know
Driving Under the Influence of Drugs: Overview What happens to your license when you are caught driving under the influence of drugs? Generally, there are two components when you drive under the influence: a court process and a DMV process. However, for a first time offense of driving under the influence of drugs, it boils […]
Will a Felony Conviction Impact My DUI Case? Important Info About Felony Convictions
Will a Felony Conviction Impact my DUI Case? It depends. If the felony conviction was for a DUI and if your conviction occurred within ten years, then your conviction can be counted against you. However, if your conviction occurred more than ten years ago, then you are safe for the most part because any conviction […]
Helpful Answers About Your DMV Hearing: Should You Submit A Brief For Your DMV Hearing?
Should You Submit A Brief For Your DMV Hearing? In this blog, I’ll be covering some of the pros and cons of submitting a brief for your DMV hearing. But first we should break down a few things. When is it Appropriate to Submit a Brief? There are recurring issues that come up in DMV […]
Procedure of a DMV Hearing: Your Helpful Step-By-Step Guide
What is the procedure of a DMV hearing? If you were arrested for a DUI and have a California driver’s license, then you will have a hearing with the DMV to determine if your license will be suspended. Here, I will cover the procedure of the hearing. Setup First, there will be a dmv officer […]
DUI Under 21: Useful Information You Must Know Regarding You License
DUI Under 21: Introduction A frequently asked question we get regarding a DUI under 21 years of age has to do with chemical tests and subsequent consequences of driving privileges. The question is as follows: “If you are under the age of 21 and are stopped by the police for suspicion of driving under the […]
Helpful Tips So you Can Stay Ahead of Your DUI Case
I. What are some helpful tips to keep you Ahead of Your DUI Case? If you are arrested for a DUI, it’s important to know that there are two separate proceedings to your case. The first is your DMV hearing which will determine whether your license will be suspended. In addition to your DMV hearing, […]
Can You Be Sentenced To Jail For Speeding While Driving Under the Influence?
Can You Be Sentenced To Jail For Speeding While Driving Under the Influence? Yes. If you are caught speeding while driving under the influence, you can be sentenced to jail for a term of sixty days. The section that we will further explore is Vehicle Code 23582. Additional Punishment There are legal codes that can […]
Blow or Blood DUI Test: Your Guide To When You’re Required to Submit to a Test
I. When Are You Required to Submit to a Blow or Blood DUI Test? Imagine being pulled over and asked to blow into a machine that determines if you have been drinking alcohol. You might be confused as to whether or not you are required to submit to such a test in order to avoid […]
Important Reasons Why Your Case Wasn’t Called In Court
I. I Showed Up But My Case Wasn’t Called In Court When you have your first contact with the police, you will receive a document that will show you a date when you are required to appear in court. Alternatively, you can receive a letter from the district attorney’s office with a date that […]
All About DMV Hearings: A Helpful Guide For Anyone Facing A DUI Charge
What Happens At DMV Hearings After a DUI? After being arrested for a DUI, you will have a DMV hearing if you request one. DMV hearings are entirely separate from your criminal court cased and will NOT address whether you are guilty of a criminal act. At your DMV hearing, a DMV officer will determine […]