California DUI Facts

The California Department of Alcohol and Drug Programs reports that 1,768 people died in 2010 California traffic accidents that involved alcohol and / or drugs. More than 195,000 arrests were made that year against drivers violating California DUI laws. 77.6 percent of these drivers were men. In 2009, the average blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of drivers convicted of DUI in the state was 0.15 percent, which almost twice the legal limit. BAC levels as low as .02 percent can affect a driver's ability, reaction time, and judgment and will increase the risk of an accident. The likelihood of a traffic accident begins to rapidly increase at a BAC level of .05 percent and jumps radically from .08 percent and higher.

In California, drivers with a BAC of .15 percent or more were involved in more than half of all fatal traffic accidents in 2010. Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (MADD) has reported that close to half of all those drivers who die in traffic crashes who test positive for drugs in their system also are under the influence of alcohol. About a third of those drivers who are arrested or convicted of DUI are repeat offenders.

In a study conducted at Michigan State University, it was found that alcohol is metabolized at the rate of about one drink per hour for the average person and that no remedies, such as drinking coffee or exercise, will sober up someone who is intoxicated. Researchers in the study concluded that only the passage of time brings about sobriety.

DUI and Criminal Defense in Ventura, California

Driving while under the influence of alcohol and / or drugs is a common criminal charge in California. This charge is often filed against first offenders that have never been in trouble with the law before. Anyone facing any type of DUI charge, whether a first offense or subsequent one, should retain the legal counsel of a reputable criminal defense lawyer if they wish to obtain the best possible case result. Many people who are first-time DUI offenders have little understanding of what is involved in this type of case and will need prompt and competent legal advice.

The Law Offices of Adam L. Pearlman provides experienced legal representation to those who are facing DUI charges or any other type of criminal charges in Ventura County. Attorney Pearlman is an experienced trial lawyer and former Senior Deputy District Attorney for Ventura County. He has been practicing law for over 17 years, has a good working relationship with current prosecutors, and has the resources necessary to investigate and effectively defend you. Whether you have been charged with DUI, drug crimes, theft crimes, domestic violence, assault, battery, juvenile crimes, white collar crimes, manslaughter or murder, you should contact his office immediately to get the competent and experienced legal help you need.