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When a driver is stopped by a police officer, especially at night, the officer will observe the driver for the signs of alcohol consumption and impairment. The Nation Highway Transportation and Safety Administration (NHTSA) listed a number of potential clues for the officer to look for, including rumpled clothing, an odor of alcohol, red eyes, glassy eyes, poor coordination, and loud or slurred speech.

Researchers have also examined indications of intoxication in an attempt to make more accurat… Continue

“I just got a DUI” are the first words out of my client’s mouths when they first contact my office by telephone. Most people are scared, and even in some cases terrified, because they know that their driver’s license may be suspended, their employment may be affected, and there is a possibility of jail time.

If you have recently been charged with DUI in the State of California, please be aware that in the State of California penalties can be very severe even for a first time offense. But rememb… Continue

One of the newer issues in the area of DUI is bleeding gums or Gingivitis and Periodontal Disease.

The issue of bleeding gums arises when someone is arrested for DUI and he or she admits to having had two or three beers, but denies feeling the effects of the alcohol. But, the breath test reflects a 0.08% or greater blood alcohol concentration. How does this happen?

It’s been known for some time now that if someone was involved in a motor vehicle accident which resulted in blood in the mouth, t… Continue