Fans in Riverside County gathered around televisions yesterday to watch the Superbowl. Close by were friends, food and alcohol. Some watched at home or a friend’s home, while others watched at the local bar.
Superbowl Sunday is supposed to be an exciting day for football fans, but unfortunately there are a high number of arrests made for drunk driving that day. It is okay to have a drink with your friends, but if you must, let someone who is not drinking drive you home.
California Vehicle Code Section 23152 (a) states, “It is unlawful for any person who is under the influence of any alcoholic beverage or drug, or under the combined influence of any alcoholic beverage and drug, to drive a vehicle.”
If you have been arrested on a DUI charge in Riverside County, you are probably concerned about the criminal consequences your case might have on your life. Contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has handled and been successful in DUI cases – an attorney who will work hard for you every step of the way to deliver the best results in your case.
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A 30-year old man, suspected of driving under the influence in Menifee the other morning, crashed head-on into a woman’s vehicle, killing the 55-year old woman.
Reports indicate that the man, driving with his wife, drifted into oncoming traffic and then collided with the other vehicle. The man was taken to a nearby hospital where he is listed in critical condition. The wife suffered moderate injuries. Once he recovers, he will be charged with DUI and vehicular manslaughter.
I also wish the man and his wife a speedy and complete recovery. If you have been arrested for injuring or killing another person while driving under the influence, you need an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney to handle your case with confidence, competence and great care. Criminal convictions can derail your life and these charges must be taken seriously and acted upon promptly.
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Drinking and driving can cost you a lot more than you think. The holiday season brings many festive times with friends and family. Unfortunately, it also brings an increased risk on our freeways.
According to statistics, thousands of people are injured or killed in California during the months of November and December as a result of alcohol-related accidents.
Reports indicate that a first offense can cost a driver more than $10,000 in fines, vehicle storage, attorney fees, restitution, DMV license reissue fees and increase in insurance rates. This is in addition to the costs incurred for an ignition interlock-device, booking and fingerprinting fees. The cost for someone under the age of 21 is even higher.
If you are arrested for drinking and driving during the holidays, contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will fight for your rights and your driver’s license.
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It is no surprise that when a pedestrian is hit by a motor vehicle that he or she is at a disadvantage. After all, the pedestrian has nothing to protect him or her – while passengers in a car have the safety of a metal frame around them.
Every year there is a large number of pedestrian accidents in Riverside County. Most are caused mainly because of alcohol and/or drugs, distracted driving, negligent or careless driving and failure to yield the right of way.
If you have been involved in a pedestrian accident that could have been prevented, I urge you to contact an experienced Riverside Personal Injury attorney as soon as possible to seek compensation for your injuries and expenses.
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When facing a driving under the influence charge in Riverside County, many individuals have difficulty understanding what they have been charged with. The law is complex and the penalties involved in this charge are severe.
Most people who face these types of charges are not criminals, but ordinary individuals who have never faced the criminal justice system before and probably never will again.
Under California law, all drivers are deemed to have given consent to chemical testing of his or her blood to determine the alcoholic content (BAC) if arrested for a California DUI. This is known as California’s Implied Consent Law.
If you have been charged with a DUI in Riverside County, contact an experienced Riverside County Criminal Law attorney who has a reputation for success in DUI defense.
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The California Highway Patrol reported that a 20-year old Riverside County man driving in Perris recently died when the car behind him rear-ended him. There were two passengers in the vehicle with him.
The 49-year old at-fault driver is suspected of driving drunk at a very high speed. Her actions caused the young man to crash through a guardrail and drive down an embankment – causing fatal injuries. One of the passengers from the vehicle that was hit, a 19-year old, pulled the other driver out of her vehicle before it caught fire. The passenger sustained moderate injuries while the other passenger sustained major injuries and was taken to a nearby hospital where he was listed in critical condition. The at-fault driver sustained major injuries. She is being held for suspicion of drunk driving.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the accident. It would be wise for the at-fault driver to consult with an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney to determine what her rights and options are in this matter.
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Driving under the influence is a serious offense in the state of California.
A DUI charge, if you are convicted, carries mandatory penalties which include fines, probation, alcohol counseling, community service, loss of your driver’s license, an ignition interlock and a possible jail sentence.
A person can be convicted if it is proven he or she was driving while their faculties were impaired or they their blood alcohol concentration was 0.08% or higher.
If you are arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs, contact a Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has the experience handling DUI cases and can help you avoid or minimize the impact of the conviction and penalties.
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Palm Springs is a popular place for people of all ages to party – resulting in a problem with drunk drivers.
Statistics show that Palm Springs with a population of approximately 50,000 people has had more alcohol-related accidents in a given year than any other city in California of its size.
Unfortunately, it has been labeled as the worst city for drunk driving eight times out of the last nine years.
With over 200 restaurants and bars in this small city, people have an open invitation to have a drink or two and get behind the wheel and drive while impaired. These actions result in a high number of DUI accidents.
Police officers are cracking down on drunk drivers by setting up more and more DUI checkpoints throughout the city and surrounding areas. If you are arrested for drunk driving, you may be facing serious consequences including the loss of your driver’s license. Contact an experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney who will get the best outcome for your case.
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Being an underage driver and having alcohol in your system can amount to a devastating situation. The “zero-tolerance” statute applying to drivers under the age of 21 is more stringent than laws applying to older drivers.
As a reminder, California law prohibits anyone under the age of 21 with a blood-alcohol concentration of 0.05% or more to drive a vehicle. Any violation of this law may lead to a minor DUI charge.
Juveniles who are charged and convicted of a DUI face severe consequences, which include suspension of your driver’s license from a few months to a year or more.
If you are a minor and you are stopped and arrested for a DUI, it is important that you contact a qualified Riverside Criminal Law attorney who has been successful in defending drunk-driving cases – one who will make a difference in the outcome of your DUI charge.
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Recently, in the news, a 24-year old man was sentenced to 20 years and four months to life in prison for killing a woman in a drunken-driving crash – he ran a red light and crashed into her vehicle.
A jury convicted him of second-degree murder in the death of a 20-year old girl. In addition, he was found guilty of one count of felony hit-and-run resulting in death and one count of possession of cocaine.
This was his second DUI offense. He was convicted of misdemeanor drunken driving several years ago. At that time the court told him if he ever killed someone because of driving drunk, he would be charged with murder.
California DUI charges come with severe consequences, especially when a person is killed. Fighting a drunk-driving charge is not easy. If you have been arrested for drunk driving, you need a qualified and experienced Riverside Criminal Law attorney in your corner to make sure your rights are protected.
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