California DUI Attorney

Drunk Driving

Jerry R. Lowe was admitted to the California Bar in 2004 after graduating from the Claude W. Pettit College of Law at Ohio Northern University. During law school, Mr. Lowe was privileged to serve as an extern for the Honorable Evelyn Lundberg Stratton, justice of The Ohio Supreme Court, as well as clerk for one of Ohio’s finest bankruptcy firms.

A native Californian, Mr. Lowe returned from Ohio to work as an associate for Deitrich, Glasrud, Mallek and Aune in their transactional business law department. He then moved from transactional law into litigation for the criminal defense firm now known as Ciummo & Associates until 2006, when he opened the Law Office of Jerry R. Lowe. Mr. Lowe devotes his practice entirely to the areas of criminal defense and bankruptcy and he became one of the  best <a rel=”nofollow” onclick=”javascript:_gaq.push(['_trackPageview', '/outgoing/article_exit_link']);” href=”http://www.jerrylowelaw.com/services/fresno-criminal-attorney/”>Fresno Criminal Attorney</a>, <a rel=”nofollow” onclick=”javascript:_gaq.push(['_trackPageview', '/outgoing/article_exit_link']);” href=”http://www.jerrylowelaw.com/services/fresno-bankruptcy-attorney/”> Fresno Bankruptcy Attorney</a>,<a rel=”nofollow” onclick=”javascript:_gaq.push(['_trackPageview', '/outgoing/article_exit_link']);” href=”http://www.jerrylowelaw.com/services/fresno-dui-attorney/”> Fresno DUI attorney</a>

Conviction for DUI can have an impact beyond driver’s license suspension, fines, jail time and skyrocketing insurance rates. For licensed professionals such as doctors, nurses, attorneys, CDL drivers and even liquor store owners, your job and licensure could be at stake. If you have been arrested for or charged with DUI, do not give up. Don’t just plead guilty.

Choose an attorney who can protect your rights and fight the charges that threaten your professional or occupational license. If you or a loved one has been charged with drunk driving or boating under the influence (BUI), call the Law Office of Jerry R. Lowe today at (559) 495-1LAW for your free phone consultation.

Having the right attorney makes a difference.  We’ll get started right away to determine whether law enforcement made an unlawful stop of your vehicle.  Next, we’ll take steps to determine whether the officer followed correct procedures and whether the machine used to detect your blood alcohol level had been properly maintained at the time of your arrest.

Don’t assume that just because the officer reported your blood alcohol level was above the legal limit that it’s true!  All potential defenses will first be explored.  Let us give your case the attention it deserves.

Whether filling for bankruptcy relief is right for you depends on your individual circumstances. After consulting with our office, you’ll be able to decide which course of action fits your needs. No matter what your circumstances are, we can help.  Whether you are suffering under the weight of medical bills, a lost job, extended illness or credit card debt, we stand ready to help you obtain relief.

Originally published here.

In a recent study of the number of drunk driving offenders in the country’s 20 largest cities, New York City ranked 17. According to Insurance.com’s data, New York has fewer drunk drivers than major cities in California (San Diego, San Jose, Los Angeles and San Francisco) and Texas (Austin, San Antonio, Dallas, Houston and Fort Worth).

What makes New York’s numbers lower than these other major cities’? Several factors may be coming into play.

Availability of Public Transportation

New York City is known for its large public transportation system. From subways and buses that run all night, to taxis that are readily available at every corner, people who drink have numerous options for getting home safely.

New York City is a compact area, while a city like Los Angeles is spread out with sparser public transportation. In Los Angeles, a car is practically a necessity; in New York, a car may seem like a liability.

Publicity Surrounding Leandra’s Law

The provisions of the Child Passenger Protection Act, also known as Leandra’s Law, have gone into effect between late 2009 and mid-2010. Among other DWI penalties, the new law requires every driver who has been convicted of misdemeanor or felony DWI to use an ignition interlock device for at least six months.

The ignition interlock device, installed in the offender’s vehicle, measures the driver’s blood alcohol level (BAC) before the car can start. The car will only start if no alcohol is detected. The ignition interlock system can cost up to $100 to install and $100 a month to maintain.

It is likely, therefore, that Leandra’s Law acts as a deterrent to people who might otherwise drive drunk. Police in New York have been aggressive about making arrests under Leandra’s Law. A good deal of reporting has occurred on the subject, which may be helping to prevent drunk driving.

Continuing the Trend

As more DWI arrests are made under Leandra’s Law, the numbers for New York City could appear to spike in the future, lowering the city’s status on the top-20 list. More stringent enforcement, however, is likely to result in fewer overall DWI offenses and accidents.

If You Have Been Arrested for DWI

An arrest for drunk driving, particularly in New York City or greater New York State, has serious legal consequences. If you’ve been arrested, speak with an experienced DWI attorney right away to learn about your rights and the potential consequences.

Originally published here.