Law Office of Jonathan Franklin

Friday, October 31, 2014

#Extra Patrols #DUI Nov 2 from your #Ca. #DefenseAttorney #DeadliestNightsOfTheYR

Newsflash from your Hollywood Attorney:

UPDATES THROUGHOUT THE WEEKEND - CHECK BACK OFTEN!

California’s Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is ramping up its statewide efforts to reduce the number of minors injured or killed in crashes or incidents involving alcohol this Halloween.

Extra DUI deputies/officers and staffing for Checkpoints on Halloween Night to supplement routine patrol officers on one of the MOST DEADLY NIGHTS OF THE YEAR.

Sunday, November 2, 2014
Lakewood 12noon - 8pm extra patrols
Silver Lake 12noon - 8pm extra patrols
Los Feliz 12noon - 8pm extra patrols
Echo Park 12 noon - 8pm extra patrols
Eagle Rock 12 noon - 8pm extra patrols
Highland Park 12 noon - 8pm extra patrols
Northeast Area 12 noon - 8pm extra patrols

Our offices are open this weekend in case you got into trouble last night. Give us a call at 310-273-9600.

Halloween DUI Arrest? Act Immediately
by Calling a DUI ATTORNEY
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Stay Safe Out There - If You Need Help just Give Me a Call!

To schedule a free consultation and learn how we can help you, contact Beverly Hills DUI Attorney Jonathan Franklin today.

http://lawofficesofjonathanfranklin.blogspot.com/

Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin
Open Evenings and Weekends this Summer
Call Us Now (310) 273-9600
http://www.jonathanfranklinlaw.com

Friday, October 31, 2014

San Diego State University 9pm - 3am 5100 block of College Avenue and Hardy Ave

Los Angeles, Koreatown 8pm - 2am Vermont and 5th Ave.

Inland Empire

Desert Hot Springs

Saturday, November 1, 2014
El Monte 7:30pm - 3:30am
Los Angeles Olympic Blvd and Blaine St near Staples Center
Lakewood 6pm - 2am
Los Anfgeles Irwindale Ramona Blvd and 605 Fey

Friday, October 24, 2014

#Checkpoints for October 24 - 25, 2014 from your #DefenseAttorney #DUI #DRUGS

Newsflash from your Hollywood Attorney:

DUI Checkpoints for October 24 - 25, 2014 from your Defense Attorney

Saturday, October 25, 2014
Arleta 5pm - 1am
Mission Hills 5pm - 1am
Modesto 9:30pm - 3:30am
North Hills 5pm - 1am
North Hollywood (Koreatown) Victory Blvd and Bellaire Ave 8pm - 2am
Panorama City 5pm - 1am
Sylmar 5pm - 1am

Stay Safe Out There - If You Need Help just Give Me a Call!

To schedule a free consultation and learn how we can help you, contact Beverly Hills DUI Attorney Jonathan Franklin today.

http://lawofficesofjonathanfranklin.blogspot.com/

Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin
Open Evenings and Weekends this Summer
Call Us Now (310) 273-9600
http://www.jonathanfranklinlaw.com

Friday October 24, 2014

AlisoViejo

Anaheim at 1800 block of W. Ball Rd Escondido ?pm - ?am

Anahiem at Ball Rd and Nutwood St

Burlingame 6pm - 2am

Inland Empire, Ontario at State St and Oaks Ave

Inland Empire at Monreno Valley at Perry Blvd and Iris Ave

Koreatown Western Ave and Eighth St 8pm - 1am

LagunaHills

LagunaNiguel

LagunaWoods

Modesto 8:30pm - 3:30am

Moreno Valley 8pm - 2am

North Hills Sepulveda Blvd and Parthenia St 8pm - 2am

San Deigo, Escondido, Valley Pkwy and Juniper St

San Bernardino, Southeast District 9th and Waterman Dr. 6pm - 2am

San Maria 6pm - 3am

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

The DMV Adminstrative Hearing....What You Need to Know Following a #DUI Arrest!

Newsflash from your Hollywood Attorney:

The official California DMV website offers a history of laws pertaining to California DMV APS license suspension. This information is accessible via the following link: http://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/home/dmv.htm

In 1990, a new law was enacted allowing driver's licenses of people accused of driving under the influence to be suspended in a shorter amount of time. Prior to 1990, the DMV was forced to wait until one was found guilty in a Court of law and a summary of the Court's findings was delivered to the DMV.

Currently, in the State of California, if you are accused by law enforcement of driving under the influence, you are issued a DMV Form DS-367. This pink form details your requirement to contact the DMV within ten calendar days from the date of your arrest to request a hearing to determine whether or not your license will be suspended. It is vital to note this is ten calendar days and not ten business days .

Your failure to request an APS hearing within ten days of your blood test submission means your license will, in all likelihood, be suspended 30 days after your arrest, even if there has not been a completion of the blood analysis. Neglecting to request an APS hearing can result in you suffering a suspended license without the ability to contest it in an administrative hearing.

Retaining your ability to operate a vehicle should be important to you, and having an administrative hearing to contest your driver's license suspension should be given equal importance. Scheduling an APS hearing will typically extend your privilege to operate a motor vehicle in California until after the DMV Hearing Officer makes a decision after the hearing. This can actually take up to a few weeks after your administrative matter is heard. The DMV does make an attempt to expedite hearings, but often these hearings are scheduled out beyond 30 days.

The APS administrative hearing process is viewed as top-priority in our office. We seek to protect your right to operate a motor vehicle until your case is finalized. Also, it provides us with the data we need to construct a defense for your criminal case. We must determine if law enforcement had probable cause to believe you were driving while intoxicated at the time of your arrest. We also need to know the blood alcohol level. The blood alcohol levels that will automatically mandate suspension if you driving suspension is not contested are .08 for drivers of non-commercial vehicles, .04 for drivers of commercial vehicles and .01 for all drivers under 21.

Granted, there are other technical arguments which may be beneficial to your case. These are uncommon and will be discussed if applicable. Also, there are situations warranting our recommendation to not request an APS hearing. Reasons for this are specific to individual cases and are not the norm.

Your APS hearing can become increasingly important when you have an aggravated situation concerning your arrest. Some of the complications can include being under age 21, driving a commercial vehicle when arrested, chemical test refusal and having prior DUI convictions.

DUI DMV suspension precedents are broad, making it imperative you contact qualified professionals dedicated to facilitating the most favorable outcome. Further questions about the law and how it relates you your case are answered when you complete the contact the Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin for a free consultation.

Other Useful Information.... http://www.duidaily.com/dui-blog

Stay Safe Out There - If You Need Help just Give Me a Call!

To schedule a free consultation and learn how we can help you, contact Beverly Hills DUI Attorney Jonathan Franklin today.

http://lawofficesofjonathanfranklin.blogspot.com/

Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin
Open Evenings and Weekends this Summer
Call Us Now (310) 273-9600
http://www.jonathanfranklinlaw.com

Monday, October 20, 2014

Increased Efforts for #DRUG and #DUI Arrests

Newsflash from your Hollywood Attorney:

The city of Los Angeles is not the only place where cops and prosecutors are gunning for drivers allegedly under the influence of drugs.

L.A.'s program to take mouth swabs of DUI suspects during traffic stops is aimed squarely at medical marijuana users, and other jurisdictions want on that bandwagon.

Riverside County revealed that nearly a half million dollars in state funding will provide two new prosecutors who will dedicate all their time to busting medicinal users and others who allegedly get behind the wheel in altered states. The office says the cash will last through late summer.

The D.A.'s people say in a press release that it's part of an effort to "combat recent increases in drug-impaired driving." Those increases have largely involved marijuana, although prescription abusers are also a burgeoning problem, authorities claim.

Winning a case against a driver who was allegedly under the influence of cannabis is a much tougher prospect than batting an allegedly boozed-up motorist, though.

While juries don't like drunk drivers, the science on marijuana, its effects on drivers, and the amount you can safely have in your system is still pretty much up in the air.

In fact, there's no state limit on THC blood levels for drivers. There's no equivalent to the drunk driving limit of a .08 blood-alcohol level.

For that reason, medical advocates have long been frightened of efforts like this one. They've argued that, because THC can stay in your system for weeks, a medical user who drove days after medicating could still end up in court under these crackdowns -- wrongly so.

What's scary about Riverside County's campaign is that prosecutors are clearly gung-ho about busting medical users, even as the state's legal guidelines are blurry at best.

A press release says the local assistant D.A.s have successfully prosecuted nearly 300 cases of drug-involved DUI within the last year or so.

The D.A.'s are getting special training on how to win more cases despite a clear lack of science and legislation. It's all about persuading a jury that a medical user can be a dangerous driver.

Source.... http://www.huffingtonpost.com

Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin
Open Evenings and Weekends this Summer
Call Us Now (310) 273-9600
http://www.jonathanfranklinlaw.com

Friday, October 17, 2014

#Checkpoints #DUI in CA. for Sat. Oct 18th from Your #DefenseAttorney PLUS INFO

Newsflash from your Hollywood Attorney:

Updated throughout the Weekend, so check back often!

Saturday, October 18, 2014

Echo Park area/Los Angeles 8pm - 2am Sunset Blvd and Coronado Street
Might be at: Biena Park at Beach Blvd and LaPalma Ave

#Halloween #DUI #Arrest? Act Immediately by Calling a #DUILawyer Read mpre here: http://lawofficeofjonathanfranklin.blogspot.com/2014/10/halloween-dui-arrest-act-immediately-by.html

When you need a lawyer to represent you after a Halloween or any type of DUI arrest, contact the Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin to schedule your free consultation. We represent our clients aggressively and effectively as we diligently work to obtain the best possible resolution of their matter.

You Decided to #Drink and not #Drive? #Surprising Ways You Can Get a #DUI Without Driving
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Stay Safe Out There - If You Need Help just Give Me a Call!

To schedule a free consultation and learn how we can help you, contact Beverly Hills DUI Attorney Jonathan Franklin today.
http://lawofficesofjonathanfranklin.blogspot.com/

Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin
Open Evenings and Weekends this Summer
Call Us Now (310) 273-9600
http://www.jonathanfranklinlaw.com

Friday, October, 17, 2014

Hollywood, 8pm - 2am at Hollywood Blvd and Bronson Ave. (Heart of Clubland)

Los Feliz/Los Angeles 8pm - 2am at Sunset Blvd. and Fountain Ave.

Santa Ana 9pm - 3am 900 E 1st Street

South Los Angeles ?pm - ?am at Watts area

South Los Angeles 7pm to 1am at Vermont Ave and 108th Street

South Los Angeles 8pm - 2am at Manchester Ave. and Main Street

Stockton ?pm - ?am

You Decided to #Drink and not #Drive? #Surprising Ways You Can Get a #DUI Without Driving

Newsflash from your Hollywood Attorney:

You probably think the legal term “driving under the influence” only applies to drivers who are drunk or drugged and operate a motor vehicle. Your are partially correct. In a sense. you are wrong, as well. A driving under the influence charge, or DUI, is not limited to the typical motor vehicles that you are probably thinking of like trucks and cars. In fact, California law enforcement can arrest you for driving other vehicles. It does not matter if that “vehicle” is what usually qualifies as vehicle.

What would happen if you decided you had too many alcoholic beverages and drove a tricycle home instead? The police officer would probably snicker as he or she watched you ride along on the tricycle, right? Well, that is not what happened to an Oregon man. According to news reports, police there arrested him for driving an adult-sized tricycle while under the influence of alcohol.

Prior to the arrest, police stopped the man and issued him a warning. Later, an officer noticed the man riding his tricycle on the wrong side of the road. That is when he was arrested for DUI.

Another surprising way to get a DUI without driving a vehicle is operating a buggy. According to a news report, police arrested a man for operating an Amish buggy while under the influence of alcohol. The police stopped the buggy when they saw a man had allegedly committed a traffic violation. The buggy did not have any visible lights on it. Later, the police discovered that the man had drank 12 beers while attending a carnival.

You may be thinking it’s conceivable that those two “vehicles” would qualify as a vehicle. What about a wheelchair? In Illinois, police can arrest you for operating a motorized while chair while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. According to news reports, law enforcement arrested a man for driving his motorized wheelchair to the store. He was allegedly driving under the influence at the time. He spent one night in jail before officers determined that the wheelchair was not actually a vehicle. They voided the ticket.

Many states do consider motorized scooters vehicles. It is part of the law. For instance, one man was arrested in North Carolina after he was operating a 50-pound electric scooter while under the influence. According to reports, the man was swerving at the time he was stopped. Sobriety tests revealed that his blood alcohol concentration, or BAC, was 0.13 percent. This was over the legal limit. Later, a jury found the man guilty of DUI. Keep in mind that North Carolina allows individuals to operate lawn mowers and horses while under the influence of alcohol.

If you are charged with DUI in Los Angeles County, contact the Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin to schedule your free consultation. We are experienced in fighting all types of DUI charges.

Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin
Open Evenings and Weekends this Summer
Call Us Now (310) 273-9600
http://www.jonathanfranklinlaw.com

Thursday, October 16, 2014

#Halloween #DUI #Arrest? Act Immediately by Calling a #DUILawyer

Newsflash from your Hollywood Attorney:

A Halloween arrest is definitely not a treat. You may feel like others who have been stopped and arrested for DUI on Halloween, that it is just a trick. However, a Halloween DUI arrest is a harsh reality with even harsher consequences.

In Los Angeles County, police are on the lookout for adults partying during the numerous Halloween events. You may even notice an increase in police patrols and sobriety checkpoints in an effort to catch people driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Increased patrols and DUI checkpoints can yield exciting results for police like DUI arrests, traffic citations and impounding vehicles. Whether you are stopped while driving or at a DUI checkpoint, it vital that you are aware of your legal options and rights. This is especially true if you are arrested on suspicion of DUI. A DUI conviction may result in a loss of driving privileges, jail and fines.

Halloween DUI? Talk to an Attorney as Soon as Possible

When you are facing a DUI arrest on Halloween or at any time, it is essential that you act immediately. Contact a DUI lawyer. Also during your consultation, review all your legal options with your lawyer. For instance, you have 10 days from the day of your arrest to contact the California Department of Motor Vehicles, or DMV. You have to schedule a hearing to retain your driving privileges until the matter is decided by the hearing officer. Otherwise your license will be suspended in thirty days from the date of your arrest.

Make Sure Your DUI Attorney is Working in Your Best Interest

Do not leave your future and reputation in the hands of anyone not working in your best interest. Your attorney should not guarantee victory or dropped charges. He or she should not be ready to take the first plea deal offered. Instead, your attorney should look at the facts like your chemical test, arrest and field sobriety tests and determine the best defenses to use.

At the Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin, we know that drunk driving arrests increase during official and unofficial holidays. We are also familiar with the mistakes police make while conducting DUI checkpoints. We use that knowledge and our experience to fight for our clients’ rights and interests. Whether it is at the DMV hearing or court, we will fight to protect your future and driving privileges.

When you need a lawyer to represent you after a Halloween or any type of DUI arrest, contact the Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin to schedule your free consultation. We represent our clients aggressively and effectively as we diligently work to obtain the best possible resolution of their matter.

Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin
Open Evenings and Weekends this Summer
Call Us Now (310) 273-9600
http://www.jonathanfranklinlaw.com