While it’s true that a good California drunk driving defense attorney can spin almost any DUI case in a positive light, there are definitely some moves that make this challenge more difficult. Take, for example, the following case as an example of how to make your California DUI defense less than promising.
Early yesterday morning, a suspected drunk driver reportedly ran a red light and slammed into an LAPD patrol car, causing the officer who was driving the cruiser to suffer minor cuts that required medical attention. And as if that weren’t enough, the suspect then attempted to run away. Potentially, this individual faces California charges for driving under the influence, hit and run, evading an officer and resisting arrest
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It’s hard enough to present a California DUI defense when the driver runs a red light. But add in the fact that he crashes into a cop car and runs away…it’s just all bad.
If you find yourself in the unfortunate position of being stopped while driving under the influence…even if you suffer an accident…don’t run away (it’s almost always automatically interpreted as a sign of guilt!), don’t apologize for causing the accident and don’t answer any questions. Do remain on the scene, do act polite, do request to speak with an attorney and do remain silent. Doing anything else will almost always jeopardize a successful California DUI defense.
