Driving under the influence, or DUI, is a serious concern in California. According to the California Highway Patrol, 23,000 Americans per year die as a result of alcohol-related automobile accidents, and one American dies approximately every 22 minutes because of DUI-related accidents. In an effort to discourage people from drinking and driving, the California Highway Patrol sets up random sobriety checkpoints throughout California, especially in places and at times that people are more likely to be drinking and driving. At these checkpoints, all drivers must stop and comply with police directives. If a driver is found to have a blood alcohol content level of more than .08 percent at one of these stops, he or she will be arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
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Here at All-Pro Bail Bonds, we see a large number of bond requests that have to do with DUIs and alcohol-related incidents. We also believe that shining a little light on statistics and factoids concerning alcohol consumption could help people move away from some of their bad habits before they need our services.

Although a recent study by the National Center for Health Statistics showed that roughly 60% off U.S. adults partake in alcoholic beverages, only 5% of American adults are classified as heavy drinkers. However, 22% of men and 10% of women consume at least two drinks daily, which statistically helps solidify the current notion that men are more likely to be physically dependent on alcohol than women.

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Currently, California law states that unlicensed drivers caught at DUI checkpoints without proper documentation will be issued a fine and have their cars impounded for at least 30 days. As of January 1, 2012 however, Assembly Bill 353 states that California police will no longer have this authority. Unlicensed drivers will still be forced to pay a fee of at least $100 dollars but they will forego the average $1,500 dollar cost generated at the impound lot. Supporters of the law argued that impounding an unlicensed drivers’ vehicle discriminated against peaceful immigrants unable to obtain proper documentation. Many law enforcement officials dispute the new law, stating that the bill encourages unlicensed drivers to jump back on the road once out of the officer’s sight. This will also cause a major decrease in revenue for California police agencies. Here at All-Pro we understand the importance of knowing your rights. Drive safe and if you ever find yourself in an undesirable situation know that there is always an All-Pro agent ready to help!

For more information: http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/494108

Modesto, CA – As Halloween 2011 approaches, Modesto county law enforcement officials are gearing up for conducting increased patrols and DUI checkpoints throughout the holiday weekend.

As part of this effort, the Modesto Police Department has confirmed that they will conduct a sobriety checkpoint this Friday, October 28 and Saturday, October 29.

According to, Modesto police Lt. Scott Blom, “There isn’t a Halloween costume clever enough to hide an impaired driver who has made the poor decision to get behind the wheel.” Bloom goes on to say, ““Whether you’ve had one too many or way too many, it is just not worth the risk. Remember, Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving.”

If you’re out celebrating, be sure to appoint a designated driver and travel safely. Happy Halloween from All-Pro!

For more information: http://www.drunkdrivingfacts.net/checkpoints/modesto-california-halloween-weekend-dui-saturation-patrols-scheduled-friday-october-28-and-saturday-october-29-2011

Beginning January 1, 2012, AB 1601 authorizes the court to revoke for up to 10 years the driver’s license of any person convicted of three or more DUI’s within a 10-year period. The bill would also authorize a person who had his or her driver’s license revoked for 10 years to apply to the Department of Motor Vehicles, 5 years from the date of the last DUI conviction, to have his or her privilege to operate a motor vehicle reinstated subject to certain conditions. These conditions include the scenario that the person was not convicted of any other drug or alcohol-related offenses during the driver’s license revocation period.

Existing law requires that a person, convicted of driving under the influence, without bodily injury to another, within 10 years of being convicted of a separate violation of one or more specified DUI offenses, be punished by his or her driving privilege being suspended or revoked for a period of 2 or more years. Currently, the Department of Motor Vehicles is to advise a person, who was only under the influence of an alcoholic beverage at the time of the violation, that he or she may apply for a restricted driver’s license after completion of 90 days, 6 months, or 12 months, of the suspension or revocation period.