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The True Cost Of DUI Is Much Higher Than You Think

People who chose to drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs are not only putting themselves, and others at risk; if they are arrested they could find themselves being buried under a pile of crippling debt.

Although many places in California will release first-time drunk drivers on their own recognizance, some places, such as the San Diego Central Jail, always require that a defendant post bail bonds.

Bail for this offense can be as low as $2,500 or as high as $100,000 depending on what happened during the arrest.  If the defendant got into an accident where another person …

By |December 16th, 2014|San Diego Bail Bonds|Comments Off on The True Cost Of DUI Is Much Higher Than You Think
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DUI in Canada’s British Columbia

In California, we don't all agree on what constitutes "drunk driving", but folks seem pretty aware of two things:

Drinking and Driving is dangerous
DUI is expensive

Recently, we published the infographic DUIs Not Just for USA.

Now, Canada's British Columbia has stepped up drunk driving enforcement efforts including immediate 90-day loss of driving privileges, car impound, and more.

Take a look: (more…)

By |June 25th, 2014|Infographic|Comments Off on DUI in Canada’s British Columbia
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After A DUI Arrest: 7 Things To Expect

If you were arrested for DUI during the 4th of July you probably have a lot of questions about what to expect in terms of fines, consequences and insurance rates.

People who are arrested for this offense  have not only put themselves at risk of physical harm, they have jeopardized the safety of every other driver on the road.  Statistics show that every 39 minutes, a drunk driver kills an unsuspecting sober motorist.

That having been said, the penalties for DUI shouldn't surprise you.

 

1.  Many counties will release first-time offenders on their own recognizance. The cost of DUI bail bonds …

By |July 7th, 2013|National|Comments Off on After A DUI Arrest: 7 Things To Expect
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9 Reasons Not To Drink And Drive 4th Of July

Summertime holiday celebrations include many things.  Barbeques, friends, family, and very often, a variety of adult beverages.

The common-sense rule calls for planning and moderation.  Nothing quite ruins a party like finding out a friend or family member got arrested or injured because of drinking and driving.
 
1. The 4th of July is hands down the deadliest time of the year to be on the road - even for sober drivers.  Statistics show that DUI related accidents and deaths are highest during the July 4 holiday weekend.    A recent report from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that 31% of …

By |July 1st, 2013|National|Comments Off on 9 Reasons Not To Drink And Drive 4th Of July
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