More Than 500 Drivers Arrested Over Memorial Day Weekend
More than 500 people were arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in Los Angeles County over the busy Memorial Day weekend. According to a CBS Los Angelesnews report, 529 people were arrested for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol countywide from Friday through Sunday. These arrests were made as part of the “Avoid the 100 Los Angeles County DUI Campaign.”
The DUI (driving under the influence) campaign that took place during Memorial Day weekend barely marks the beginning of summer DUI enforcement. Drivers in Los Angeles can expect to see increased DUI enforcement efforts this summer. If you are stopped for a DUI this summer, here are a few important DUI prevention tips to remember:
- Remain polite and concise with your answers during the traffic stop.
- Simply provide your name and insurance information without engaging in lengthy conversations about your recent activities.
- Refuse a breath test or to take part in a field sobriety tests. You will be required under the law to take a blood test. Refusing a test at the station will result in additional criminal penalties including a lengthy license suspension.
- Do not answer any questions without a DUI defense attorney present.
- Do not admit fault without considering all of your legal options. It may be possible to have the charges dropped or your penalties reduced.
- Call an experienced Los Angeles criminal defense attorney right away.
