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It’s Bobby Brown’s Prerogative to drive under the influence By Daniel Smith

BlogBy Daniel SmithMarch 27, 2012Leave a comment

Singer and one time husband of the late Whitney Houston, Bobby Brown faces a drunken driving charge after being pulled over Monday afternoon for talking on his cell phone while driving, in the Reseda area of Los Angeles County. Brown showed signs of intoxication and failed a field sobriety test during the traffic stop which…

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Can someone’s DUI bail be reduced? By Daniel Smith

BlogBy Daniel SmithMarch 26, 2012Leave a comment

In San Diego DUI cases it may be possible to get the bail placed on an individual reduced.  Reduction of bail is decided by the Judge and depends on several factors such as the severity of the charges and the other bail setting factors.  Bail cannot be reduced prior to arraignment.  In order to have…

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Can Criminal Defense Lawyers Say Florida Boy Was Shot in Self-Defense? By Daniel Smith

BlogBy Daniel SmithMarch 23, 2012Leave a comment

The controversy over the shooting of 17 yr old Tayvon Martin by the neighborhood watch volunteer, George Zimmerman, rose to a new level yesterday. The chief of police was given a vote of “no confidence” by the city council. As most of us know now, the African American boy was in the gated community taking a short…

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Driver who killed grandmother and grandson when 3 times over the legal limit receives 12 years in prison. By Daniel Smith

BlogBy Daniel SmithMarch 22, 2012Leave a comment

Lemon Grove man, Justin Foulds plead guilty of being under the influence when his vehicle struck 73 year old Celia Torres when she was driving her grandson, 17 year old David and both were killed as a result of the collision. Mr. Foulds was found to be three times the legal limit at a 0.26%…

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Could the “Situation” be that Driving on Prescribed Drugs is a DUI ? By Daniel Smith

BlogBy Daniel SmithMarch 21, 2012Leave a comment

The simple answer is “yes”. Most of us have been in a situation in our lives when the doctor prescribes prescription pain-killers after surgery. It could be as simple as having a tooth removed and the doctor sends you home with Vicodin. When reading the warnings on the bottle it usually states “May cause drowsiness.…

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DUI Enhancements By Daniel Smith

BlogBy Daniel SmithMarch 20, 2012Leave a comment

DUI enhancements   There are several charges that can lead to an enhancement of your DUI charges that can result in additional jail time and fines. A list of the enhancements can be found below:   -DUI with Minor Passenger under 14 in Vehicle -Refusal to Submit or Complete Chemical Test -Blood Alcohol Concentration of…

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Interstate Drivers’ License Compact By Daniel Smith

BlogBy Daniel SmithMarch 19, 2012Leave a comment

Here is how other states find out about your driving record. Interstate Drivers License Compact Agreement The U.S. Interstate Drivers License Compact is an agreement between 45 participating states to share information about drivers and their DMV records that include DUI charges and more. The purpose of the Register database is to share information on…

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DUI Expungement-will it clear my record? By Daniel Smith

BlogBy Daniel SmithMarch 16, 2012Leave a comment

    If you have completed the probation for a misdemeanor or felony DUI conviction, or have been granted an early termination from probation, you might qualify for an expungement of your DUI.   Pros to Expungement?   1. The case at hand will result in a dismissal   2. You will not need to…

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I only blew a .07%.why am I being charged with a DUI? By Daniel Smith

BlogBy Daniel SmithMarch 15, 2012Leave a comment

Any Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) level or presence of drugs in your body while operating a motor vehicle can constitute an arrest for DUI in San Diego. Your performance when subjected to field sobriety tests for balance & coordination, as well as your observed driving behavior such as weaving, speeding, etc., will determine whether the…

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I Got a DUI on Spring Break and Live Out of State – Help! By Daniel Smith

BlogBy Daniel SmithMarch 14, 2012Leave a comment

It is Spring Break season and San Diego will see its usual parties in Mission Beach, Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach, and Del Mar Beach, to name a few. And, of course, there will be college and university students that are unfortunate enough to receive a variety of citations. Here is a helpful list if it…

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