Dui

California’s drunk driving rates have not been dropping in recent years, despite efforts by lawmakers to strengthen the law. That’s why last fall, Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new law that is intended to close a big loophole in the state’s ignition interlock device...

The traditional criminal courts seek to enforce criminal statutes and punish those who have violated the law. The collaborative courts have a different goal. Their focus is usually on rehabilitation. They focus on identifying factors that contribute to criminal...

You’ve just enjoyed a couple of glasses of premium Cabernet at a high-end Visalia bistro with your spouse and friends. You normally wouldn’t drive after consuming alcohol, but you feel perfectly fine as you leave the swanky restaurant, believing you are safe to drive...

Driving under the influence (DUI) charges carry several different potential penalties. A motorist convicted of a DUI offense is likely to lose their driver's license temporarily. They may have to submit to probation or serve a sentence in jail. Fines are also common...

People accused of intoxicated driving face a variety of potential consequences. Drivers who get convicted at trial or who plead guilty to impaired driving are subject to numerous significant penalties. Incarceration, fines and court costs are standard. People can also...

Driving under the influence is a serious offense in California that has far-reaching consequences. An increase in car insurance rates is one of the most significant repercussions of a DUI conviction. However, there are some steps you may be able to take to minimize...

During the holidays, DUI arrests tend to increase. If you were one of the unlucky ones on the receiving end of a DUI charge, it's important to deal with the situation proactively rather than putting it off. The clock is ticking Once you have been arrested for DUI, you...