Is public intoxication the same as DUI?

Question: Hi, can an officer charge me for a public intoxication in Los Angeles while I’m walking under the influnce of alcohol on the street? and not driving. Is this the same as DUI? Answer: Public Intoxication is a different charge than DUI. Where as DUI requires Driving (at a minimum based on circumstantial evidence),...
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Calabasas DUI and Criminal Defense

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Did not complete DUI classes

Question: What can I do now for my DUI court date for missing classes? I was convicted last year and supposed to do DUI classes. I signed up but did not complete. My case is in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles. Answer: You need to try to get some compassion from the Judge/commissioner. It can be...
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Canadian IID restricted license

Question: I’m a canadian with a DUI conviction in Canada and a conditional driver’s licence, meaning I can drive a car in Canada with an Ignition Interlock system installed on it… That being said, I wish to rent a car while on vacation in Los Angeles… Am I allowed to drive a rental car in...
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DUI with child endangerment

Question: I was arrested for a DUI i was under the influnce of prescribstion pills and methadone, both prescribed to me. My 10 year old child was in the car so i am also being charged with indangering a child. This was my first DUI in Los Angeles (Van Nuys to be specific) but i...
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