DUI sobriety checkpoints are a common sight in California, where law enforcement agencies actively work to reduce the number of impaired drivers on the road. While these checkpoints are a popular tool for making arrests under Vehicle Code 23153 VC (driving under the influence), they are also a source of significant debate. The legality and […]

As summer draws to a close and Californians prepare for Labor Day celebrations, law enforcement agencies across the state are ramping up efforts to ensure the safety of all drivers. With the increased risk of impaired driving during this festive season, counties such as Santa Clara, Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Mateo are hosting a […]

California enforces a strict “zero tolerance policy” for drivers under the age of 21. This policy makes it illegal for underage individuals to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.01% or higher. The penalties associated with this offense vary based on the BAC level and the specific details of the case. The California […]

Facing a DUI or DWI charge can be a daunting and life-altering experience. The consequences of a conviction can include hefty fines, license suspension, and even jail time. As a former prosecutor and experienced criminal defense attorney with the Lamano Law Office, I’ve seen the full spectrum of DUI cases and the various strategies that […]

Commercial DUI Laws

California has a low tolerance for the holders of a Class A Commercial Driver’s Licenses operating under the influence. This guide will cover how criminal DUI charges may affect your commercial driving privileges and how to be proactive about restoring your driving privileges. Who is Going to Suspend My Commercial Driving Privileges? Both the criminal […]

Truck DUI

Commercial vehicle drivers are held to a high standard in California. A person can lose their Class A Commercial Driver’s License in several ways. This guide will talk about the ways your Class A Commercial Driver’s License could be suspended, how to get it back, and a potential way to avoid a suspension. You can […]

Have you ever been out to the bar, had a couple of drinks, then wondered if you were sober enough to drive home? Before you get into that situation, you can use the Department of Motor Vehicles’ Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) chart to get a sense of how many drinks it takes before it’s not […]

pulled over for dui

Breath testing is a common tool in DUIs to determine a person’s blood alcohol content or BAC. There are two different kinds of breath testing, and they’re done at different stages of a DUI investigation. This guide will go over what those kinds of breath testing are when they’re used during the DUI investigation, a […]

DUI

You may know that it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol content, or BAC, of 0.08% or more in California. Being convicted of DUI driving under the influence with a 0.08% BAC or higher carries steep consequences including possible jail time if you have multiple DUIs. Higher BAC levels could result in higher […]