Drug Recognition Evaluations and Marijuana DUI Cases
Drug Recognition Evaluations have not been demonstrated to reliably indicate whether someone is impaired by marijuana for purposes of driving.
Recent Case Results - December 2019
Recent DUI defense and criminal defense case results.
DUI Appeal Victory
Bartell, Hensel & Gressley wins DUI appeal regarding legality of police stop.
DUIs on Electric Scooters (Lime & Bird Scooters)
California law on DUIs on electric scooters explained by DUI attorney.
Marijuana DUI FAQs
Frequently asked questions for marijuana DUI attorneys regarding marijuana DUI arrests.
United States Supreme Court Issues Decision in Mitchell v. Wisconsin
On June 27, 2019, the United States Supreme Court issued its decision in Mitchell v. Wisconsin. In its decision, the Court declined to hold that implied consent statutes are a valid exception to the Fourth Amendment's warrant requirement. Instead, the Court held that when an officer has probable cause to believe an unconscious person has committed a DUI offense, and the person is taken to the hospital or similar facility due to their unconsciousness, and the police had no reasonable opportunity to administer an evidential breath alcohol test, the warrantless seizure of the person's blood “almost always” does not offend the 4th Amendment.
Attorney Donald Bartell Interviewed Regarding United States Supreme Court Decision in Mitchell v. Wisconsin
Attorney Donald Bartell Interviewed Regarding United States Supreme Court Decision in Mitchell v. Wisconsin
Recent Case Results
Our firm is pleased to share some of our recent successes in a string of DUI defense cases. Please take a look at our case results. If results matter to you, contact the most experienced and successful DUI defense attorneys in Riverside and Temecula.
Bartell, Hensel & Gressley Speaks to Local Police on DUI Defense
Riverside DUI defense attorney discusses DUI defense perspective with Hemet Police Department.
What Happens if I Refuse a Breathalyzer During a DUI Arrest in California?
Consequences of refusing a breathalyzer test or blood test in DMV in California.
Donald Bartell and Lara Gressley Among Lecturers at Annual California DUI Lawyers Seminar
Donald Bartell and Lara Gressley were two of the select speakers on DUI law at this year's annual California DUI Lawyer's Association in San Francisco.
Criminal Defense Attorney Tom Mesereau Speaks at California DUI Lawyers Association Seminar
Prolific criminal defense attorney Tom Mesereau spoke to the many attendees at the annual California DUI Lawyers Association seminar in San Francisco last weekend.
Bartell, Hensel & Gressley files Amicus Curiae Brief on behalf of California DUI Lawyers Association in In re Humphrey Bail Case
On October 9, 2018, Bartell, Hensel & Gressley filed an Amicus Curiae brief on behalf of the California DUI Lawyers Association in the In re Humphrey case now pending before the California Supreme Court.
Donald Bartell & Lara Gressley Featured at California DUI Lawyer's Association Annual Seminar
Riverside DUI and criminal defense lawyers Donald Bartell and Lara Gressley to be featured speakers at California DUI Lawyer's Association annual seminar.
Donald Bartell Featured on AM590 The Verdict with Virginia Blumenthal Regarding DUI Defense
Riverside DUI attorney Donald Bartell joins Virgina Blumenthal on her radio show to discuss DUI defense.
Bartell, Hensel & Gressley files Amicus Curiae Brief in In re Humphrey Bail Case
Bartell, Hensel & Gressley filed an Amicus Curiae brief on behalf of the California DUI Lawyers Association in an important case regarding criminal defendants' constitutional right to bail.
Vicodin, Xanax and Alcohol DUI Dismissed | Riverside County | DUI Attorney
On June 7, 2018, the district attorney dismissed charges of driving under the combined influence of drugs and alcohol against our client after we filed a motion to suppress evidence. The case was ultimately resolved for a reduced charge, no license suspension, no custody time, and a $600 fine.
Temecula Winery DUI Checkpoints
Are DUI checkpoints legal? Riverside DUI attorney explains.
Misdemeanor .17% BAC DUI Dismissed
Attorney Mike Donaldson recently represented a man charged with DUI. It was alleged that his BAC was .17% at the time of driving. This month, the case was dismissed after Mike set the case for trial and answered ready to defend his client. The basis for the dismissal was that the client was ...
Felony Riverside DUI, Felony Hit & Run Dismissed
Recently, DUI attorney Mike Donaldson had a felony DUI, felony Hit amp; Run, and misdemeanor possession of a controlled substance case dismissed. The case was dismissed because the government violated the clients speedy trial rights. All defendants have ...
DUI Dismissed for Illegal Search and Seizure
Riverside DUI attorney Don Bartell represented a man charged with DUI at a suppression motion hearing. A suppression motion is a powerful tool in DUI cases, as it allows a client to challenge the legality of police action. Often, suppression motions involve challenging the reason the ...
Jury Does not Convict Man Accused of DUI with .31% BAC - Riverside DUI Attorney
Recently, Don Bartell and co-counsel represented a man accused of DUI. It was alleged that his BAC was .31% at the time of driving. After an approximately two-week trial, the jury did not convict the man. Rather than retrying the case, the prosecution settled the case for a wet reckless. Some...
Recent DUI Trial Victory - Riverside DUI Attorney
Don Bartell and his co-counsel recently represented a woman charged with DUI. The prosecution alleged that her BAC was .25% at the time of driving - three times the legal limit. After a hard fought battle, the jury did not convict the woman. Rather than retrying the case, the prosecution settl...
