When you consume alcoholic beverages, the alcohol is absorbed into your bloodstream. Over time, your body metabolizes this alcohol, bringing your blood back to its normal levels. Generally speaking, it takes your body about an hour to metabolize a glass of wine or beer or a single shot. As the alcohol concentration rises in the…Read More
Driving under the influence can change your life, and there are plenty of negative consequences that come with it. Many people ask, “Can you get a passport with a DUI?” Thankfully, although you may have been charged with DUI, the answer is yes, you can still get a passport. In other words, having a DUI should…Read More
With the recent passage of California Proposition 64 which permits the recreational use of marijuana, many questions have arisen in regard to the specifics of the law. Can you drive with marijuana in your vehicle? What if you get pulled over while intoxicated? Understanding the full scope of Prop 64 is essential to the avoidance…Read More
Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitors (SCRAM devices) are devices that detect the amount of alcohol in a person’s body by way of his or her sweat. These devices are worn around the ankle, similar to the way a bracelet would be worn around a person’s wrist. When a person consumes alcohol, the body process much…Read More
The California DUI process can be cumbersome and confusing at best. Following an arrest, it’s not uncommon for the accused to feel overwhelmed—especially when court appearances do not align with the dates on the citation. Learn more about California’s statute of limitations and what to expect after getting arrested for DUI. Steps of the DUI…Read More
The Breathalyzer – Two words that have put fear into the hearts of people for decades. In fact, the modern breathalyzer’s roots began in the 1950s. Although this device has been supported, tested, and enhanced by scientists and medical professionals alike over the years, the standard breathalyzer that’s used today for DUI arrests still have…Read More
If you have a driver’s license, chances are you’re well aware of the seriousness of a DUI conviction. From hefty fines to mandatory jail time, alcohol treatment programs, and ignition interlocks, DUI penalties are serious. If you happen to get a DUI in another country, however, the expectations aren’t as clear. If you have been…Read More
The most recent legislation regarding California DUI laws stems from Senate Bill 1046—a bill signed into effect September 28, 2016. The law will make ignition interlock devices (IIDs) a mandatory penalty for the majority of California DUI offenders. But while DUI convictions are serious offenses that most will agree warrant the severe penalities, there are…Read More
The holidays are a time that’s meant to be shared with family and friends. Plenty of festivities will take place for weeks on end, which means you’re more than likely to find yourself hitting the road as you roam from celebration to celebration. Although the season of giving is upon us, you don’t want to…Read More
A DUI can hamper a lot of things, including your finances and fun. If you’ve already been charged with your first DUI, you know how the expenses and restrictions can negatively impact your life. That said, a second DUI can come with even more severe repercussions that could make you wish you were only enduring…Read More
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