Sizemore, who was featured in the films “Black Hawk Down,” “Saving Private Ryan” and “Pearl Harbor,” violated the terms of his probation in his Bakersfield narcotics case by missing three drug education classes. Althought the judge had the option of sending Sizemore to jail, she merely reinstated his probation.

Although violating your probation in a California criminal case can have extremely harsh repercussions, your defense lawyer will do everything possible to protect you from those consequences. A knowledgeable defense attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm is ready to fight for your rights and your freedom. Please contact us today at 1.877.4NO.CUFFS for a free consultation.

California defense attorney Darren T. Kavinoky has co-written a groundbreaking new guide to drunk driving defense written by the state’s top lawyers.  Strategies for Defending DUI Cases in California:  Leading Lawyers on Understanding the DMV’s Involvement in the Case, Reviewing Settlement Options, and Preparing Your Client for Court will likely become the top go-to guide on California DUI defense.

The recently released Strategies for Defending DUI Cases in California is the latest installment in the“Inside the Minds” legal series. These books go ‘Inside the Minds’ of top lawyers in each practice area, and attorneys across the country use these guides when forming defense strategies.

Strategies for Defending DUI Cases in California is a helpful, informative primer of drunk driving defense that helps readers understand topics that include using expert witnesses, overcoming juror bias and arguing against questionable test results. The authors outline the role of the DMV in a California drunk driving case, the unique challenges of DUI law, and how to overcome these hurdles.

Darren’s chapter “Knowledge as the Foundation” is a straightforward guide for lawyers on representing California driving under the influence clients.  Darren provides a concise overview of California DUI laws, the latest trends in drunk driving defense, special challenges, aggressive defense strategies, constitutional issues, and how to overcome the most formidable roadblock of all – helping accused drunk drivers see why they should fight their California DUI charges.

Darren T. Kavinoky is also a nationally known legal commentator who has appeared on Dr. Phil, Larry King Live, the Today show, CNN’s Prime News, Entertainment Tonight, the Nancy Grace Show, The Insider, Showbiz Tonight and various programs on truTV (formerly Court TV).

Here’s what prominent lawyers have to say about the “Inside the Minds” series:

“A rare peek behind the curtains and into the minds of the industry’s best.” -Brandon Baum, Partner, Cooley Godward

“Intensely personal, practical advice from seasoned deal-makers.” -Mary Ann Jorgenson, Coordinator of Business Practice Area, Squire, Sanders & Dempsey

To learn more about California DUI defense, please contact Darren Kavinoky today at 1.877.4NO.CUFFS for a free consultation.

• Stop your vehicle slowly and calmly
• Make eye contact with the officer and politely answer any questions
• Decline to perform a field sobriety test. These ‘tests’ are completely voluntary
• If you’re given a choice between a blood or breath test, always choose a blood test
• Call a skilled DUI defense lawyer as soon as possible

If you’re arrested for DUI this holiday season, an experienced California DUI attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm is here to help. Contact us today at 1.877.4NO.CUFFS for a free consultation.

Drivers who blow onto a retractable ‘blow wand’ on the $79 iBreath can find out whether their blood alcohol content (BAC) exceeds the legal limit of .08 percent. The BAC results are displayed on an LED screen within two seconds, and an alarm sounds if the driver is over the limit.

Any tool that effectively prevents DUI will promote public safety, but sometimes individuals fail to realize that they’re over the limit and get arrested for drunk driving. If you’ve been arrested on a California DUI charge, a skilled defense lawyer from The Kavinoky Law Firm is here to help. Please contact us today at 1.877.4NO.CUFFS for a free consultation.

The parents of the 17-year-old Beverly Hills boy who died in Lane’s SUV in 2006 are seeking unspecified reimbursement for medical care and treatment, burial and funeral experiences, attorney fees and any punitive damages the court may see fit to compensate the couple for the “loss of care, comfort and society of their minor son.”

Many drivers don’t realize that DUI / DWI involving injury or death can result in both criminal and civil penalties.  If you’re facing a California DUI / DWI charge, it’s imperative that you aggressively fight the allegations with the help of a qualified defense lawyer.

An experienced California DUI / DWI lawyer from The Kavinoky Law Firm is ready to review your drunk driving case and fight for your rights. Please contact us today at 1.877.4NO.CUFFS for a free consultation.

Here are some excerpts from the study:

-The number of people who died as result of drunk female drivers ages 21 to 24 rose from 1,037 in 1998 to 1,515 in 2007 - an increase of 46 percent.

-Alcohol-related deaths for men over the same time period increased 18 percent.

-Female drunk drivers ages 18 to 20 were involved in 74 percent more crashes in 2007 than in 1998.

The Auto Club attributed the increases to the fact that more women are driving longer distances and engaging in more aggressive behavior.

A California DUI / DWI arrest carries penalties that can include fines, a driver’s license, and even jail time, so it’s imperative to aggresively fight the charges with the help of a skilled drunk driving defense lawyer. An experienced California DUI / DWI attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm can review your case and begin planning a strong defense strategy. Please contact us today at 1.877.4NO.CUFFS for a free consultation.

Polanski’s petition is based on a documentary film that aired on HBO in June that alleged misconduct by both a prosecutor and Polanski’s original trial judge. The director’s attorneys included a DVD, script, and reviews of the documentary in their motion.

Polanski fled the country in 1978 after pleading guilty to a charge of unlawful intercourse with a minor.  He served a short stint in jail for “evaluation” before sentencing, then left the country when it became apparent that the prosecutor and judge were preparing to renege on a plea agreement that guaranteed he would spend no more time in prison.

Because Polanski is a fugitive, he would be arrested immediately upon stepping foot on U.S. soil. However, representatives from both the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office and the Superior Court have indicated that they believe Polanski must appear in court to make his unusual request.

Whether Polanski will prevail in his effort to have his case dismissed remains to be seen. If he can prove judicial or prosecutorial misconduct, he may have a chance at having his case dismissed, but only if the impasse created by Polanski’s fugitive status can be overcome.

Nunez was arrested in Sacramento on a murder warrant issued in San Diego. He is accused in connection with the stabbing death of a 22-year-old college student during a fight at a party. Three other 19-year-old men are also charged with murder in the case.

Fabian Nunez declined to comment to the media on his son’s case and referred all inquiries to his attorney. That’s a smart move in a high-profile case - statements made the to the press can harm a defendant’s chances at trial.

Murder is obviously an extremely serious charge that carries harsh repercussions, but any California criminal charge has the potential to negatively impact your life and your future. If you’re facing a California criminal charge, you need an aggressive defense lawyer with the advanced skills to fight for you.

With offices throughout California, an experienced defense attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm is ready to review your case and help you to determine your next move. Please contact us today at 1.877.4NO.CUFFS for a free consultation.

Bathsheeba Thomas, an instructor for Bond Driving School, was arrested for DUI / DWI during the early morning hours by a California Highway Patrol officer.

DUI / DWI arrests sometimes occur after a traffic stop for an unrelated moving violation, although it’s not clear why the CHP officer stopped Thomas. However, police must have probable cause to both initiate a traffic stop and make a DUI / DWI arrest.

If you’re facing a California DUI / DWI charge, your defense lawyer should thoroughly analyze your case to determine whether police had probable cause to pull you over and place you under arrest.

An experienced California DUI / DWI attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm is ready to review your case and determine the appropriate challenges. Please contact a skilled California DUI / DWI lawyer today at 1.877.4NO.CUFFS for a free consultation.

Locklear is accused of driving while under the influence of legally prescribed drugs. Investigators found no alcohol or illegal drugs in her system.

Many drivers don’t realize that they can be arrested for DUI even after taking drugs legally prescribed by a doctor. The issue in these cases is whether the driver was impaired, not whether the drug is legal or illegal.

If you’re facing a California drunk driving or driving under the influence of drugs charge, an experienced DUI attorney will do everything possible to protect you from the consequences of a conviction.

To learn more about aggressive defenses to driving under the influence charges, please contact a skilled California DUI attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm today at 1.877.4NO.CUFFS for a free consultation.