Los Angeles DUI attorney
May 12, 2026
Every year, California has about 125,000 DUI arrests. About 75% of those cases end in convictions. Courts are now also using more alcohol-monitoring devices during DUI cases and probation. One common system used in California is the SCRAM ankle monitor – it measures alcohol level on the skin (TAM). Many people think SCRAM devices are always accurate. That is not true. An experienced Los Angeles DUI Attorney knows how to show to the judges and prosecutors that these devices can give false positives because of medical issues, chemicals, or device problems. What Is SCRAM? SCRAM stands for “Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitor.” The device is worn on the ankle and checks for alcohol coming through the skin. SCRAM does not […]
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October 15, 2025
Americans Are Drinking Less Than Ever According to a new Gallup poll, only 54% of U.S. adults now drink alcohol — the lowest number Gallup has recorded in nearly 90 years. The average drinker now consumes just 2.8 drinks per week, and 40% say it’s been more than a week since their last drink. Even more striking, a majority (53%) of Americans now believe that even moderate drinking — one or two drinks a day — is bad for your health. WASHINGTON, D.C. — The percentage of U.S. adults who say they consume alcohol has fallen to 54%, the lowest by one percentage point in Gallup’s nearly 90-year trend. This coincides with a growing belief among Americans that moderate alcohol […]
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March 30, 2011
Facing Two DUI Charges for One DUI Arrest in Los Angeles? Here’s What You Need to Know If you submitted to a breath or blood test and your BAC (Blood Alcohol Concentration) was above 0.08%, you will likely be charged with two separate DUI offenses under California law: California Vehicle Code §23152(a) – Driving under the influence (impaired driving) California Vehicle Code §23152(b) – Driving with a BAC of 0.08% or higher Although it may seem like you’re being punished twice for the same incident, the legal consequences of a conviction for either or both charges are exactly the same. Can You Be Convicted of Both DUI Charges in California? Yes, you can be convicted of both VC 23152(a) and […]
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