San Diego Drunk Driving Arrests Over The Holiday Weekend
California Highway Patrol officials reported 154 people arrested for drunk driving in San Diego County over the Fourth of July holiday weekend on freeways, surface streets as well as unincorporated areas, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports. CHP officers reportedly arrested 1,704 drivers on suspicion of DUI.
Holidays are when local law enforcement agencies crack down on drunk drivers or those drivers who are operating their motor vehicles under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Driving under the influence (DUI) in San Diego is considered a criminal offense. You could be charged with a misdemeanor, which is a lesser offense or a felony, which is more serious and could result in stiffer penalties and jail time.
If the incident involves an accident, the charges will get more serious depending on whether there are injuries or deaths. Fatal DUI accidents could mean a lengthy prison sentence. It is very important that you have a competent and experience DUI defense attorney handling your case.
Even a misdemeanor could cost you in terms of money, time and your reputation. Your chances at certain types of employment could be adversely affected if you have a DUI conviction on your record. If you or someone you know has been arrested on suspicion of drunk driving, please contact an experienced San Diego DUI defense attorney at the Law Office of Stephen Brodsky to discuss your case. We will provide you with the best possible legal options and the best defense to help keep you out of jail and get you the help you need.
