Criminal Defense Law Blog

Do I need a lawyer for a first-time DUI?

Do I need a lawyer for a first-time DUI? Like every state, California treats driving under the influence of alcohol, or DUI, extremely seriously. This is because alcohol impairment and intoxication can severely impact a driver‘s ability to operate their vehicle safely. Alcohol is a depressant that slows down the functioning of a driver’s central […]

How Many DUI Driving Offenses Will It Take Before Losing Your License?

In almost every jurisdiction throughout the country, a DUI conviction can result in a driver losing their license to operate a motor vehicle for some period. You can lose your license in some states after just one or two DUIs. However, it will take three or four violations in other jurisdictions before you lose your […]

Can Doctors, Nurses Smoke Marijuana? (License FAQ)

Here our nursing license defense attorney reviews what issues nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals need to know before using marijuana, CBD oil, and psychoactive THC products.

Why Do I Need a Lawyer for a DUI Involving an Accident?

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI) is a serious criminal offense in all 50 states, though each state has specific laws. Upon conviction, an offender may look at serious penalties, including losing a driver’s license, monetary fines, and even jail time. A judge may increase the penalties they might normally impose if […]

I Got a Marijuana DUI Now What?

A police officer can arrest a person for driving under the influence of marijuana or a marijuana DUI if marijuana intoxication impairs their driving abilities. Although individuals in California can lawfully use marijuana recreationally, they may not operate a motor vehicle under the influence of marijuana. Many people forget that legal marijuana does not make […]

How Can a Lawyer Help Me After a DUI Involving Drugs?

How can a lawyer help me after a DUI involving drugs? It is against the law to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of drugs (DUID). Police officers consider drivers to be “under the influence” when alcohol or drug impairment prevents them from operating their vehicles safely and carefully. For example, they may […]

What Happens if I Failed a Field Sobriety Test?

DUI stands for driving under the influence of alcohol, and this is a common criminal offense across the U.S. If a police officer stops your vehicle and suspects that you are under the influence, they may subject you to one or more field sobriety tests. If the officer determines that you are intoxicated or impaired, […]

Advice for Those Caught Driving While Suspended

The law prohibits operating a motor vehicle while knowing that your driver’s license is either revoked or suspended. If a police officer stops your vehicle and catches you driving on a suspended license, you can face misdemeanor charges. Moreover, if your case goes to court and a state prosecutor obtains a conviction against you, you […]

What Happens if I Take Breath and Blood Tests after a DUI? What Happens if I Don’t?

When a driver gets behind the wheel of a car, they impliedly consent to undergo a breath or chemical test if a police officer arrests them for driving under the influence (DUI). That test aims to determine the driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Moreover, for a police officer to validly stop your vehicle, they must […]