Santa Barbara Drunk Drivers Out of an urban population of more than 300,000, Santa Barbara drunk driver arrests account for about 10% every single year. Almost 3,000 drivers are arrested for driving under the influence annually in Santa Barbara, whichisn’t surprising. The law enforcement in this area are not as laid back and relaxed as…
Santa Barbara DUI Attorney Being arrested for DUI of alcohol or drugs is a very grave matter that requires urgent handling if you are to preserve your driving privilege. If you are arrested, you risk losing your license and possibly being arrested. Law enforcement officers in the Santa Barbara and Ventura County areas are continually…
What to Expect When Facing DUI Charges So you’ve been arrested for DUI/Driving under the influence. What happens now, and how does the system work? Below is an overview of what to expect. The Arrest If you are pulled over for suspicion of drunk driving, you will likely be subjected to a breath test or…
Drinking and Driving under 21 What chance do I have to win? I’m underage, was drinking, then was driving and now I’ve been arrested. This is a common question which so many underage drivers have. However, you have the legal right to a proper defense and you have every chance of winning your case. However,…
Santa Barbara DUI Defense Attorney Ken M. Hallum explains: What is Misdemeanor DUI? A misdemeanor DUI is normally considered to occur when it is a first, second, or third offense within a certain time frame (typically ten years). The penalties for a misdemeanor DUI are less severe than the penalties for a felony DUI. The…
Felony DUI Explained A felony DUI is a very severe charge and can be extremely devastating to one’s life and family. Because of the seriousness of the charge it is imperative that you seek out a knowledgeable and competent Santa Barbara DUI defense attorney immediately. There are distinct differences between a misdemeanor and a felony DUI indictment….
Evaluating A DUI Plea bargain Being charged with a DUI in Santa Barbara is not uncommon. There are almost 3,000 arrests made every single year in Santa Barbara County, which is home to more than 300,000 residents. While 10% might not seem like a lot of DUI arrests, it’s quite high compared to other areas…