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Words Can Be Used Against You: Attorney Kirk Tarman on DUI Statements & Miranda's Role

Miranda Secrets: Protect Your Rights After A DUI

In California DUI cases, Miranda warnings are required only before custodial interrogation—being stopped or arrested alone doesn’t trigger Miranda. Officers can still use your pre‑Miranda roadside statements and observations in San Bernardino County courts. This article explains when Miranda applies, what to say, and how to protect your rights after a DUI. Ray Hrdlicka – […]

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To Test or Not To Test: Attorney Kirk Tarman on Refusing Field Sobriety Tests during DUI Stops

Exclusive: Why You Should Refuse DUI Field Tests

In California, you can refuse DUI field sobriety tests before arrest without an automatic license suspension. License consequences typically attach after arrest when implied consent requires an evidentiary breath or blood test. This article explains the pre‑arrest vs post‑arrest cutoff and how that affects DUI defense decisions. Ray Hrdlicka – Host – Attorneys.Media “A lot

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