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From the Catalina Wine Festival to a “Wet Reckless”: How Matthew Ruff Won a .29% BAC Case in Long Beach

Posted on February 14, 2026 by thetorranceattorney

Matthew Ruff, a Long Beach DUI attorney, expertly navigated the complexities of the court system to reduce a Catalina Island Wine Festival incident from a mandatory one-year suspension to a minor infraction. His strategic approach highlighted the importance of challenging procedural errors and device reliability in Catalina Island DUI cases, a reduction of a DUI to a wet reckless. Continue reading →

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The “Pen Test” in A DUI Case

Posted on November 8, 2013 by thetorranceattorney

When stopped for DUI, officers test your coordination with the HGN test, crucial for assessing intoxication. Successfully navigate the smooth pursuit, maximum deviation, and angle of onset phases to determine if you’ll ride home in a cop car. For expert defense, contact DUI Attorney Matthew Ruff in Torrance, CA. Continue reading →

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Torrance Police Department Starting DUI Checkpoints Early

Posted on June 23, 2011 by thetorranceattorney

Torrance Police Conduct Major Sobriety Checkpoint Continue reading →

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