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Police Chase From DUI Checkpoint Ends In Crash – Modesto News

August 10, 2011
Police Chase From DUI Checkpoint Ends In Crash – Modesto News

Last night the Modesto Police Department held a DUI Checkpoint on Scenic Ave. west of Coffee Rd. At around midnight a man came thru the checkpoint who appeared to be under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. When Modesto Police asked the man to pull to the side of the road to conduct a field sobriety test he fled from the DUI checkpoint in his vehicle. Police pursued the suspect who at one point during the chase attempted to ram a Modesto Police Officer’s car. The chase ended up on Lucern Ave. and as the suspect attempted to turn south onto El Cajon Ave. he lost control of his vehicle crashing into a parked car parked near the corner. Police blocked the man in and had to break the passenger side window of the car to pull the man out who was still resisting arrest. No one was injured in the chase and crash however, one Modestan had damage to their vehicle. The man was booked on charges related to the chase, assault with a deadly weapon, and DUI Modesto News .org was the only news agency at the scene to bring you this exclusive footage of the aftermath and an interview with Sgt. Mitch Paine of the Modesto Police Department. Modesto News .org viewers get an inside scoop and first hand look at much of what goes on in our town before anyone else so, subscribe to the You-Tube channel, add us on FaceBook and keep in touch for news in Modesto. www.ModestoNews.org All Rights Reserved – Copyright 2011

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Fighting a California DUI Checkpoint Arrest

August 10, 2011
Fighting a California DUI Checkpoint Arrest

www.shouselaw.com 888.327.4652 Arrested at a DUI checkpoint? A California defense lawyer explains how to fight the case. California DUI checkpoints (also commonly referred to as sobriety checkpoints, drunk driving sobriety checkpoints and DUI roadblocks) are becoming more popular as the state cracks down on DUI offenders. Even though California law allows police to operate sobriety checkpoints, they must still follow certain rules and guidelines. If they don’t, people can be wrongfully arrested for Vehicle Code 23152a VC driving under the influence. This is one of the reasons why it is critical to consult with an experienced California DUI defense attorney if you are arrested for a DUI at a sobriety checkpoint. If the cops didn’t follow the correct procedures, it may be possible to get your case dismissed on that basis alone! While the politically correct “stated” purpose of a DUI checkpoint is to deter drunk drivers1, we know better…it’s to arrest drunk drivers. When you approach a sobriety checkpoint, an officer is only supposed to ask you a couple of questions in order to determine quickly whether you display signs of intoxication. The officer will also likely shine a light into your car to see if you have any open containers of alcohol. If the officer believes that you may be impaired, he/she will direct you to an area to perform California DUI field sobriety tests (FSTs). At that point, a typical DUI investigation will ensue. If, after questioning you, the officer …

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Unconstitutional Sobriety Checkpoints

August 10, 2011
Unconstitutional Sobriety Checkpoints

Unconstitutional sobriety checkpoints at Redhill and El Camino Real in Tustin, CA on Dec. 19th 2008. The police were pulling over every 5th vehicle with no probable cause for search and seizure and checking for driver’s licenses and whether or not the drive is under the influence. PAPERS PLEASE! The California Supreme Court has ruled that these are constitution even though the 4th Amendment reads: “The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized.” The police nagged me and asked me the usual loaded questions. One of the younger officers must have been really bored because he came over and debated with me for quite some time. Through out the entire ordeal I noted that many cars that we’re in violation of local laws, window tint, no front license plate, etc. were just being scooted through because they were not “#5”. I asked the officers why they didn’t ask these people to pull over as well. They said that I was missing the point and that’s not why they are here. Missing the point? I thought the point was to uphold the law in it’s entirety. I guess not. Thought if someone just across the street fired of a gun I’m sure they would respond, even though that’s not why they are there. I suggested that …

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