Tag Archives: DUI Attorney Long Beach

When an “Anonymous Tip” Isn’t Enough: Revisiting a Landmark Fourth Amendment Victory

Posted on March 1, 2026 by thetorranceattorney

DUI Attorney Matthew Ruff’s landmark case on anonymous tips highlights the balance between public safety and privacy in DUI investigations. In a notable Appellate Division case (Case No. BR 053296), Ruff successfully argued that Redondo Beach police lacked reasonable suspicion based solely on an anonymous caller’s report of a driver with a glass of wine. Continue reading →

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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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MUST a Marine Corps Reservist self-report a DUI Arrest that occurred while the Marine was NOT on duty (in status)?

Posted on September 24, 2022 by thetorranceattorney

Reservists face unique challenges when it comes to reporting DUI arrests. Understand why failing to report while out of status doesn’t automatically land you in trouble. Continue reading →

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