In California, DUI cases can become incredibly complex. These cases take place within two government agencies. First, the legal court system responsible for the criminal charges. Second, the DMV responsible for the civil charges relating to your ability to maintain a driver’s license. In addition to all this, you also face fines that can be…Read More
It is easy to believe that because you have a prescription for your medication, you cannot be charged with Driving Under the Influence. But this is far from true. Driving under the influence of legal drugs, prescription medications or over-the-counter medications can still result in a DUI arrest and a potential conviction just the same…Read More
Getting behind the wheel after a few drinks might sound okay to some people, which is why studies show that 29 people die every day in the United States in vehicle accidents involving an impaired driver. While this happens every day, it’s not too late to change things for the better. If you find yourself constantly racking…Read More
In the state of California, driving under the influence (DUI) refers to any action where you were driving a motor vehicle while impaired by either drugs or alcohol. The most common conviction for a DUI is driving with a blood alcohol content (BAC) reading above the legal amount. When pulling over a driver who is…Read More
A lot of drivers who receive their first time DUI in California often find themselves asking, “what happens next?”. Rightfully so. The process can seem confusing and can be very scary for someone to go through alone. This article explains what happens when you get a first time DUI, what you can expect, what steps…Read More
Nearly 30 people die each year in the US in drunk driving crashes or one person in 28 minutes. These deaths and crashes cost $44 billion in 2017 alone. One of the ways to prevent drunk driving is to use technology. Gadgets and devices whether fitted in cars or as standalone equipment alert drivers if their alcohol consumption is…Read More
With a California DUI charge, you have a handful of options for mounting a defense. The most common way to defend against the charge is to challenge the integrity of the evidence against you and/or attack the observations of the officer and his / her credibility. However, there are two other main types of DUI…Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 18, 2019 Jon Bryant Artz has been selected for inclusion in the Top Attorneys of North America 2019-2020 edition of The Who’s Who Directories based on his accomplishments in the legal field Jon specializes in DUI and DMV services and is considered the best DUI lawyer in Los Angeles by prosecutors,…Read More
When a driver is pulled over in California on suspicion of driving under the influence, certain regulations of law must be followed by the arresting officers during arrests. As a driver, even one pulled over for suspicion of breaking the law, you still have rights and they must be protected. These regulations are put into…Read More
Almost ¼ of all California DUI arrests happen in Los Angeles County. In recent years, Los Angeles has increased DUI enforcement efforts, providing specialized training to officers, enhancing patrols on weekends and holidays. Targeting drivers of all age, the outcome of these DUI offenses are treated differently based on age. Those under 21 face more…Read More
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