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Useful updates and observations by Attorney Lynn Gorelick from the trenches of the criminal courts in Alameda and Contra Costa County, California.

Valuable DUI/DWI Information Online

Posted by Lynn Gorelick | Jun 11, 2013 | 0 Comments

California imposes severe penalties for DUI/DWI, so it is important to know and protect your rights. If you'd like more information about legal issues relating to drunk driving or driving under the influence, take a look at these websites. For a more extensive explanation of probable cause, che...

Essential Items You Need When Pulled Over.

Posted by Lynn Gorelick | May 28, 2013 | 0 Comments

Almost every driver will be pulled over by a police officer at some point. When you are, it's helpful to know what to expect. In this video, long-time law enforcement officer Shaun Appler explains what all drivers ought to know about being pulled over. You will need to show the office your d...

Defend Yourself by Knowing about DUI/DWI Tests and Search & Seizure Laws

Posted by Lynn Gorelick | May 23, 2013 | 0 Comments

It is important to inform yourself of your rights when dealing with law enforcement officials, as the procedures performed during DUI/DWI traffic stops may lead you to falsely incriminate yourself. If you would like to know more about defending yourself in the face of a drunk driving arrest in th...

Guide to the Criminal Justice System and the various stages of a case.

Posted by Lynn Gorelick | May 21, 2013 | 0 Comments

After an arrest occurs, a chain of legal events begins, serving the purpose of methodically determining whether a criminal suspect should be considered guilty and what his or her sentence will be. Here are the main steps in the criminal justice process: Bail Hearing If the defendant is not thou...

DUI/DWI Tests: What Can and Can't I Refuse?

Posted by Lynn Gorelick | May 16, 2013 | 0 Comments

If you are stopped by a police officer and told to take a DUI/DWI test, you may be wondering whether it is within your rights to refuse. Here is a guide to the various forms of blood alcohol concentration (BAC) testing and whether they are they are legally required in California: Breathalyzer ...

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