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August 2008

What Does a DUI Lawyer Cost in Los Angeles California?

Reader’s Question:
I know that you would understand that I am hesitant to get a lawyer to defend me on my DUI case in Los Angeles, California because I feel that it will be expensive for me to hire one. Could you tell me how much should I expect to pay a lawyer to represent me [...]

Should You Take a DUI Blood Alcohol Test in Los Angeles California?

Reader’s Question:
Hi, I live in Los Angeles, California and I haven’t actually been arrested for DUI. But in case I will be charged for DUI and I get a lawyer, what knowledge should a lawyer have when it comes to different blood alcohol testing methods used in a DUI case?
Kate
Los Angeles, CA
If you get arrested [...]

Should You Accept a DUI Plea Bargain in Los Angeles California?

Reader’s Question:
A friend of mine was recently charged with DUI here in Los Angeles, California and he doesn’t want to go to trial because he wants to have this over and done with. I heard that he is hoping to have the DUI charges reduced that’s why he is planning to plead guilty. Question is, [...]

DUI Home Detention Los Angeles An Alternative To Jail Time?

Reader’s Question:
I was told that there is an alternative to jail term if my cousin will be convicted for his DUI in Los Angeles, California. What kind of alternative is this and how does this work?
Kason
Los Angeles, CA
If your cousin would be sentenced to jail for his DUI charge in Los Angeles, California, there is [...]

Are There DUI Field Sobriety Tests in Los Angeles California?

Reader’s Question:
I heard from my mom that field sobriety tests are used to be called something else back then. How were these tests develop and could you cite some common tests that police usually conduct here in Los Angeles, California?
Amos
Los Angeles, CA
In mid 1970’s, with the assistance and cooperation of the law enforcement community, the [...]

What Are The Conditions of DUI Probation in Los Angeles?

Reader’s Question:
My brother got a DUI conviction in Los Angeles, California and he was sentenced to three years of probation. What are the conditions for being under probation as a sentence for DUI?
Eliza
Los Angeles, CA
Since your brother was sentenced to three years probation on his DUI case in Los Angeles, California, he must report regularly [...]

Going to College after a DUI in Los Angeles – Clearing My Record

Reader’s Question:
How does a DUI record affect my chances of being accepted into college? I’ve been caught drunk driving in Los Angeles, California when I was 17 but I’ve abided by the law ever since.
Stan
Los Angeles, California
Having a DUI record or being convicted of DUI will definitely have its impact on how prospective colleges or [...]

Los Angeles California DUI Out of State Driver

Reader’s Question:
A friend who is visiting from another state was arrested for DUI here in Los Angeles, California. Can he still drive in California and will his driver’s license be suspended in his home state?
Candace
Los Angeles, CA
Since your friend was arrested for DUI in Los Angeles, California and he has an out-of-state driver’s license, he [...]

Los Angeles DUI Roadblocks Are They Legal?

Reader’s Question:
Last week, I was surprised by this DUI roadblock in Los Angeles, California and unfortunately, I was arrested for drunk driving. How can I dispute the legality of the DUI checkpoint?
Brice
Los Angeles, CA
Law enforcement officers and attorneys who are arguing for the State throughout the implementation of DUI roadblocks disagreed that the State’s interest [...]

Los Angeles DUI Arrest – Should I Hire a Lawyer Now?

Reader’s Question:
If my sister would be released from jail after being arrested for drunk driving in Los Angeles, California, what do you think is the best thing that she would have to do first and does she need to hire a DUI lawyer?
Sylvester
Los Angeles, CA
Once your sister has been released from jail after being arrested [...]