Marijuana DUI in Los Angeles
May 27, 2014
THE MARIJUANA DUI A person who drives under the influence of alcohol can be prosecuted under the California Vehicle Code section 23152(a) or (b). For Marijuana DUI, the charge is usually a violation of the California Vehicle Code section 23152(f). Driving while smoking marijuana is illegal (whether you are a driver or a passenger). Possession of more than 28.5 grams of Marijuana in a car is also illegal. Possession of loose marijuana is also a violation of the law. Unlike “stoned driving”, possession is just a fine and does not affect license. –>People v. Shumake: possession of loose marijuana in a closed container (not heat sealed) is not a violation of the law. Los Angeles city is using federal […]
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May 24, 2014
It is illegal to drive under the influence of alcohol or marijuana. A Marijuana (stoned) driving can be prosecuted under California Vehicle Code section 23152(f). A driver cannot smoke marijuana while driving a car and a passenger cannot smoke marijuana while riding in a car (Health and Safety Code section 11362.3(a)(7) and (8). It is also illegal to possess an open container of Marijuana (HS 11362.3(a)(4)). However, Los Angeled DUI Attorney experienced that The Los Angeles City Attorney Office and the Los Angeles County District Attorney Office do prosecute Marijuana DUIs with less vigor then they do alcohol-related DUIs. If you are arrested for a Marijuana DUI, please call our office at (818) 921 7744 to talk to the Los […]
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