15Mar
19Feb
Most Common DUI Defense Strategies
Being charged with DUI (Driving Under Influence) is very serious and may lead to some genuinely harsh legal penalties and punishment. And this is why people are doing their very best in order to avoid the consequences. With that said, there are plenty of stories saying that one may actually avoid being penalized if he or she will suck in a breath mint or even a penny after he or she was pulled over by the law enforcement officers. And, of course, these are nothing but stories – urban legends that would never work in the real world. However, it does not necessarily imply that there are not legal defense strategies that could help you out. In fact, from the very moment that you were pulled over and all the way up to the presentation of evidence against you in court, there are ways to avoid the legal punishment and...
29Jan
DUI And Public Transport: Dangers of Uber And Similar Transportation
Getting behind the wheel after having a drink is never a good idea. If you are a driver for public transport, this is not just a crime – this is pretty much similar to attempted murder. The unsuspected passengers are putting themselves in danger when you are behind the wheel – you become an instant risk for the surrounding drivers, all of your passengers, and even pedestrians and other road users. With that said, it is horrifying when public transport drivers are charged with DUI in Sacramento and a recent case of Uber driver, who caused an accident that involved four passengers, is a great case study that should be an example for everyone who is not thinking clearly and believes that a couple of drinks before work will do no harm. At times like these, people become more aware of what’s happening in the public transport area. Of course, the...
04Jan
Legal Penalties For DUIs That Cause Injuries
If you injure other people while driving under the influence of alcohol, you will be charged with DUI causing injuries in line with the Californian Vehicle Code requirements. If it is established that you were operating your vehicle under the influence of drugs or alcohol, thus being unable to react to various road situations properly, breaking the law and acting in a way that consequently led to a person or a group of people to be injured, you will be charged with DUI causing injuries. If it is proven that you were driving with a BAC above the legal 0.8% limit, you will be charged with Operating Your Vehicle With BAC Above the 0.8% Threshold as well as causing injuries to people around you. On the other hand, though, the prosecution is not required to prove that you were simply driving under the influence of alcohol – instead, they are...
20Nov
Driving With a Suspended License in Sacramento
Most people have been pulled over at some point for some kind of traffic violation. Well, some people are ready to pay the fine right away, while others are looking for an attorney to speak on their behalf and there are those who are looking to make sure that the case will continue until they will have the money to pay the fines. But, what happens if you cannot find the money to pay the fine or perhaps hire a qualified legal representative? After all, people these days are always busy and constantly in a rush, trying to deal with their issues and problems at work, so not all of us have the time or the money to pay such fines as quickly as possible. California DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) is stating that the suspension of one’s driving privileges implies that you will be unable to drive and your...
08Oct
Sacramento DUI Case And Miranda Rights
We have all seen and heard it a million times now. Miranda Rights are essential when a law enforcement officer arrests someone. It is basically a warning that the suspect will need to hear before being questioned by the police. That way, the defendant will get a chance to remember his or her legal rights and that they are protected by the Fifth Amendment of US Constitution. Furthermore, the case will be dismissed in court if the arresting officer did not issue that Miranda warning to begin with, which could be used by the attorneys to the defendant’s benefit. With that said, it is important to understand that law enforcement officers themselves do not have the right to convict or charge a person just because they believe that he or she was driving under the influence. The police are there to arrest you. Case files will then be redirected to...
25Sep
Driving Under The Influence In California
Driving under the influence of alcohol or any illegal substances is never a good idea. You are not just putting yourself in danger. Do not forget about your passengers, other drivers, and pedestrians – they are all at risk as well. Driving under the influence in the state of California is even worse, since the state applies some harsh legal penalties to DUI drivers. When a person is charged with a DUI in California, there are two basic things that the prosecution will need to prove beyond any reasonable doubt. First of all, whether a person was actually driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs and second – whether his or her BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) was equal or surpassed the .08% threshold. While these two things may seem to be quite easy to prove, in truth, it is a whole lot more challenging. First, the prosecution will need to...
30Aug
Driver Arrested After a Fatal DUI Accident
The law enforcement authorities reported that a drunk driver was arrested for a case of gross vehicular manslaughter. The driver was driving at a very high speed and lost control, heading straight into oncoming traffic. This resulted in a head-on collision and the driver caused a fatal accident. According to a witnesses, the offender was speeding at 80 mph in a residential area. The driver of another vehicle was killed on the spot. The offender was fine – he only fractured his leg and received a head trauma. He was then taken into custody by the law enforcement officers who arrived on the scene. The offender was found to be driving under the heavy influence of alcohol. There are two main categories for vehicular manslaughter while driving under the influence – with gross negligence or without it. The California Supreme Court defines gross negligence as: “gross negligence is the exercise of...
11Aug
Suspected Drunk Driver Killed a Rapper
Dewayne Coleman – popular rapper who was also known as MC Supreme – was killed by a person suspected of driving under the influence. Coleman was with his female passenger, sitting in the parked car, when a pickup truck hit them. Coleman’s car then flipped over and fell on the embankment above the beach. The female passenger was also injured in the crash. The pickup truck went on and slammed into yet another parked vehicle. The driver of the pickup truck was only slightly injured and was afterwards for suspicion of driving under the influence and vehicular manslaughter. While the whole situation was nothing less than tragic, the public’s reaction to it was quite interesting and a bit controversial. Of course, when something like this happens, the first response is purely emotional. Yet, some people are going too far, saying that the suspect should have died in the accident and...
31Jan