Monthly Archives: August 2014
Lawmaker Votes to Restrict Ridesharing Companies, Gets DUI
California Senator, Ben Hueso (D – San Diego), could have benefited from one of the ridesharing companies he had recently voted to restrict last week when he was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. Continue reading
“Have A Plan” and Prevent a DUI
I know I write a lot about smartphone apps dealing with blood alcohol levels, checkpoints, DUIs, etc. However, I’d be remiss not to inform people of new ways to prevent a DUI when I’m made aware of them. Continue reading
The 15 Minute Observation Period Before a Breath Test
Title 17 of the California Code of Regulations sets forth the procedures law enforcement must follow to ensure the accuracy of chemical tests during a California DUI investigation. One of the procedures that officers must follow is the “15 minute continuous observation period” before conducting a breath test on a DUI suspect. Continue reading
Sober Driver Hit by Cop is Arrested for DUI
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: More often than not, cops decide to arrest on suspicion of DUI even before they have the probable cause to believe that the person is driving drunk. And that’s exactly what happened to Wisconsin resident, Tanya Weyker. Continue reading
What Should You Drink to Keep Your BAC Low?
It’s a common misconception that if you consume certain alcohol drinks, you can keep your BAC lower than if you consume other alcoholic drinks. For example, I’ve heard several of my friends say, “I’m going to stick to beer because I’ve got to drive home tonight.” Unfortunately, I had to advise my friend that whether they drink mixed drinks, wine, or even beer, it’s almost all about the same. Continue reading
