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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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Exposing Flaws in the Field: DUI Attorney Matthew Ruff Obtains NHTSA Certification in Field Sobriety Testing

Posted on December 7, 2025 by thetorranceattorney

Drunk driving arrests hinge on the reliability of Field Sobriety Tests (FSTs), and Matthew J. Ruff, a seasoned Torrance and Long Beach DUI attorney, has taken his defense strategy to new heights by obtaining certification in FST administration from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). With this advanced training, Ruff gains a strategic advantage, enabling him to challenge critical police evidence and protect his clients’ rights from the outset of traffic stops. Continue reading →

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How to Request a DMV Hearing for a DUI Arrest

Posted on May 15, 2011 by thetorranceattorney

Drunk driving charges in South Bay? Expect license suspension, but you can challenge it. Reach out to the El Segundo Driver Safety Office and seek legal counsel promptly to request a DMV Hearing to fight the charges. Continue reading →

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