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Texting or Talking on Your Cell Phone While Driving Can Get You Arrested for DUI, per the Law Offices of Jonathan FranklinBEVERLY HILLS, CA, Sep 26, 2012 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) -- Millions of Americans text or talk on the phone without using a hands-free device while driving on roadways in the state of California. In their minds they think that the worst thing that could happen is that they would have to pay a fine on a simple traffic ticket. But in reality, the consequences can be much worse. What the motorist gives law enforcement is a legitimate reason to stop a vehicle and, if justified, ultimately arrest the driver for Driving Under the Influence. When you consume even a minor amount of alcohol and get behind the wheel of a car, your judgment can be impaired leading to riskier behavior while driving. Under this circumstance, you may be more inclined to text or talk while holding your cell phone which could result in a traffic infraction. This infraction can give an officer a lawful reason to stop you and, in many cases, conduct a DUI investigation if the officer believes that you are impaired from alcohol and/or drugs. The Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin is a DUI Defense Firm that is well versed with laws regarding traffic stops. Los Angeles DUI Lawyer Jonathan Franklin can attack the reason for the stop, which may lead to the charges against you being dismissed. In other words, if the stop is bad, then so is everything that happened after the stop. The suppression hearing is just one way to attack a drunk driving charge. Consult with Jonathan Franklin, a reputable Los Angeles DUI Attorney, to explore all of your options so that you can get on with your life. Remember, don't text or talk on your cell phone while driving! You might be giving law enforcement a legitimate reason to stop your vehicle, and that could be problematic if you have consumed even a minor amount of alcohol. It's simply not worth the time and expense of defending a drunk driving charge in Southern California. For a free consultation with the Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin regarding your DUI charge, contact us at 310-273-9600. Contact: Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin 310-273-9600 SOURCE: Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin |