Unlawful Police Stops in Los Angeles
If you have ever been pulled over for a drunk driving violation, you may have been victim of an unlawful DUI stop. However, most people are unfamiliar with the law, and so do not know when they are being taken advantage of. Two recent DUI stops in northern California are great examples of people who may have been victims of an
unlawful police stop without their knowledge.
- In Merced, a "routine" drunk driving stop turned into a brief manhunt. A 24 year old man escaped handcuffs and fled from California Highway Patrol officers. The car driven by the young man was allegedly weaving and tailgating other drivers according to the CHP officer. They suspected the driver was driving under the influence, put the man through a sobriety test and determined he was in violation. The officers had to coral the man more than once to finally get him into cuffs and into the back of the squad car.
- In another case in Salinas, police officers arrested an intoxicated man after he fled a stolen vehicle. The driver allegedly showed "signs of intoxication" and suddenly fled on foot after being sought by police. The officers used their tasers on the man when he walked towards them allegedly ignoring their commands.
An unlawful police stop will sometimes result over the course of a DUI arrest and charges filed in court. The only way to thoroughly examine whether or not you have been the victim of an
unlawful DUI stop is to utilize the skills of an experienced Los Angeles DUI Defense Attorney such as those at Kestenbaum Eisner & Gorin, LLP. At our law firm, you will receive top of the line legal representation from attorneys with over 50 years of combined experience.
Any time you have been pulled over, there are certain procedures that police must follow. They must have a reasonable excuse for pulling you over, such as claims that you were: swerving, speeding, driving recklessly, ignoring traffic laws, etc.
If you feel you have been the victim of an unlawful police stop, contact the Los Angeles DUI Defense Attorneys at Kestenbaum Eisner & Gorin, LLP by calling 877-781-1570 today.
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