Camp Pendleton Marines Face Severe Consequences for DUI

When a civilian client gets arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), known in California as a violation of California Vehicle Code (CVC) §23152(a) or §23152(b), I inform them that such a charge requires fighting a two-front battle. First, you are fighting a civil/administrative battle with the Department of Motor Vehicles. Second, you are fighting a criminal battle with the charging District Attorney’s office that is prosecuting your case.

When members of our Armed Forces get arrested for DUI off-base, there are additional penalties they are facing as a result of their employment as a member of the military. Read more

Greater than .15% BAC is No Enhancement for First DUI Offense

Often, when a person is arrested for DUI, the first thing the officer (or defendant) is concerned with is what their Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) was at the time of driving. California Vehicle Code §23152(b) makes it illegal to drive with a BAC of 0.08% or greater. Added to this violation, many district attorney’s and judges falsely believe that there is an “enhancement” for those drivers found with a BAC in excess of 0.15% BAC. Read more