Driving under the influence or DUI case is common to the state in California. The state requires strict observance against driver under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Once caught for DUI, there are various severe consequences.Nowadays, being in a DUI case can be very frustrating. You can be wrongly accused as the Police in California can be very strict against DUI. Once accused, you will be subject to severe penalties. The penalties posed in California may include:• First offense – fine of below 1000 dollars; possibility of 180days at the jail; and revocation of driver’s license for 6 months.• Second offense – fine of more than 1000 dollars; possibility of one year imprisonment; and revocation of driver’s license for up to 2 years. The second offense is within 10 years range of the first offense.• Third offense – imprisonment of 120 days mandatory period up to one year. Driver’s license will also be suspended accordingly. This is also within the 10 years range from the first offense.• Fourth offense – considered a felony to be punished by state imprisonment. This is also within 10 years range from the first offense.On top of the punishments and penalties, DUI case can be humiliating. Even if you are wrongly accused, you will have a criminal record reflected in your personal file. This will result to high insurance rate for your auto insurance as well as negative implication on your employment potential.Getting away from DUI… Continue reading
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DUI means driving under the influence. It is generally applicable in those cases where the person held was driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs to such an extent that his mental and motor skills were completely inhibited. Some of the substances that typically lead to a DUI charge are alcohol, illegal drugs like cocaine, inhalants, marijuana, prescribed medications and over the counter drugs.Generally the tests like field sobriety tests are used by the police to test for intoxication. These include walking in a straight line or standing on one leg. There are other kinds of tests like blood test and urine test and one of the most common is the breathalyzer test.The charge of DUI is very serious and could have severe implications if proved. Once convicted the person may loose his driver’s license and can even has his vehicle impounded. For a person who is a repeat offender, the driver’s license could be revoked and possibly there could be a jail sentence.Thus for a person who is charged with a DUI, it becomes imperative to hire a DUI lawyer who can help him get a fair treatment in the court. DUI laws everywhere are getting tougher and tougher. There is a constant threat of police, lawmakers, and prosecutors. But the help is just a click away. Now days there are many websites available on the net that can help you in finding a good and a competitive DUI lawyer… Continue reading


