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Generally, drunk driving suspects in Riverside County get released from jail within a few hours of arrest. In a felony DUI , DUI with injury, or vehicular manslaughter case, inmates may be held in custody until posting bail.
DUI arrests on the I-215 or SR-91 are often made by the California Highway Patrol.
Some medical and physiological conditions can cause DUI breath tests to produce falsely high results. Such conditions include: diabetes (a common DUI defense) ketosis hypoglycemia, fasting, and high-protein / low-carbohydrate diets (such as the Atkins and Paleo diets). These conditions involve insufficient carbohydrate intake for energy, or – in the case of diabetes – insufficient insulin to keep blood ...
Misdemeanor DUI defendants are typically charged under Vehicle Code 23152 (a) for driving impaired and under and Vehicle Code 23152 (b) for driving with excessive blood alcohol.
The Riverside Police Department usually conducts DUI arrests. The police department’s phone number is (951) 826-5700. And its three stations are located at:
A standard sentence following a drunk driving conviction in California is a drug and alcohol education program. DUI school spans three to 30 months depending on the defendant’s blood alcohol content (BAC) and criminal history. Three of Riverside’s DUI schools are:
During the DMV hearing, the defendant’s criminal defense attorney can cross-examine witnesses and present evidence in an effort to show the defendant was not driving under the influence. Typical defenses are that the police did not administer the field sobriety tests correctly or that that the breathalyzer used for the chemical test was defective.
A DUI charge in Riverside County is based on violating the California vehicle code, sections 23152a and 23152b.The first section states that it is unlawful to drive while under the influence of alcohol.The latter says it is unlawful to operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08%.
Most DUI charges in Riverside County are classified as misdemeanors, punishable by up to a maximum of one year in jail as well as additional penalties.
Pre-Trial: In the pre-trial phase of the DUI process, DUI attorney Wohl will conduct an intense investigation of your case and meticulously review all the police reports and evidence. Motions can be filed to suppress evidence that was improperly or illegally obtained which would most likely result in the charges being dropped against you. Depending on the circumstances of your case, a plea bargain may be negotiated with the prosecutor in which you would plead guilty in exchange for a reduced sentence. There may also be an opportunity to argue for alternative sentencing, involving alcohol treatment programs or community service in lieu of incarceration.
The restricted license can only be used to drive to your home, your work and to alcohol classes. If you don’t abide by these rules or drive with a suspended license, the penalties are severe and include 10 days to six months in jail plus a fine between $300-$1,000.
If you lose your hearing, your California DUI license suspension will go into effect.
A DUI case involves two legal proceedings: a criminal proceeding in court and an administrative hearing through the Department of Motor Vehicles. Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect.
At the time of your arrest, the police officer confiscated your driver’s license and issued you a pink piece of paper known as a “notice of intent to suspend.” This serves as your temporary license for 30 days. On the 31st day, your license will be automatically suspended.
Riverside Criminal Defense Attorney John Michels will meet with you to discuss the circumstances of your individual case. Depending upon the specifics, we may employ a variety of defenses, including:
A second offense will result in a mandatory jail sentence ranging from 10 days to 1 year, increased fines, and mandatory attendance at DUI school for up to a year and a half.
If you are pulled over on suspicion of DUI, the law requires the submission of either a blood, breath or urine test. Failure to do so will result in an automatic minimum one year suspension of your driver’s license. In addition to a criminal court case, you will also be required to attend a DMV Administrative Hearing.
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