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Driving under the influence of alcohol or any other form of intoxication is a severe offense that can lead to significant legal consequences in Los Angeles. As a result, law enforcement agencies in Los Angeles have increased their efforts to enforce DUI laws, especially during holidays and weekends. Unfortunately, this has resulted in drivers of all age groups being arrested and charged with DUI offenses. Therefore, it is essential to understand the different age demographics and how they may affect DUI cases.
Age-specific issues often arise when investigating and prosecuting DUI cases, especially when it comes to defendants under 21 years of age. Young drivers caught driving under the influence are subject to harsher punishments, such as a one-year suspension of their driving privileges and additional conditions of their probation upon conviction. These additional conditions may include mandatory alcohol and drug education classes, the Hospital and Morgue program, and attending the MADD Victim Impact Panel.
However, drivers who fall between 21 and 60 years of age may also face unique challenges when arrested for DUI offenses. For instance, drivers between 21 and 40 years of age are often unfairly targeted by police officers. On the other hand, drivers over 60 years of age may experience difficulties with field sobriety tests due to physical disabilities or medication that hampers their ability to operate motor vehicles safely.
The following table outlines the different driver demographics that may be involved in DUI offenses in Los Angeles.
| Driver Age Group | Unique DUI Issues |
|---|---|
| Below 21 years old | · Receive harsher punishments · Drivers attract a one-year suspension of their driving privileges · Judges may impose additional conditions of their probation · Mandatory alcohol and drug education classes · Finish the Hospital and Morgue program · Attend the MADD Victim Impact Panel |
| Between 21 and 40 years old | · Unfairly targeted by police officers · Often stopped at DUI sobriety checkpoints |
| Between 40 and 60 years old | · Highly experienced drinkers · Rarely pulled over for random testing or traffic and equipment violation · Difficulties when taking field sobriety tests · Affected by one or more medical issues |
| Over 60 years old | · Taking medication that hampers their ability to operate motor vehicles safely · Mixed their prescription medication with alcohol before getting behind the wheel · Suffering from various physical disabilities that would affect their field sobriety tests |
If you have been arrested for any DUI-related incident, it is highly advisable to seek the services of an experienced Los Angeles DUI attorney immediately. A competent DUI attorney will help you defend your rights and come up with a valid legal defense strategy, depending on your case’s unique circumstances. Furthermore, an attorney will ensure that prosecutors and judges adhere to the law and treat you fairly. Contact Todd Spodek today for a free consultation.
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