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Posted on Dec 20, 2016
In our society, it almost seems like second nature to take a drunk friend or family member and give them a strong cup of black coffee to sober them up. After all, people respond to a cup of coffee ...
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Posted on Dec 6, 2016
While the penalties vary from state-to-state, generally a conviction for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs is punishable by fines, probation, driver's license suspension, DUI ...
Continue reading "Will a DUI Affect International Travel?" »
Posted on Nov 15, 2016
People have been drinking alcohol for a very long time, so it's understandable why it plays such a major role in our society. In the United States, it's common practice to enjoy alcohol at ...
Continue reading "How Alcohol Affects the Body" »
Posted on Nov 1, 2016
The average person has little understanding of the laws that govern DUI stops. So, being pulled over on suspicion of DUI often leads to internal questions like, "Should I say that I've been ...
Continue reading "Should I Take a Chemical Test?" »
Posted on Oct 18, 2016
In general, drivers are well-aware of the fact that if they are convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) in their home state, they will face a series of ...
Continue reading "DUI & the Driver License Compact" »
Posted on Oct 4, 2016
People have been drinking alcohol for thousands of years, so it's understandable why drinking is so engrained in the fabric of our society. It wasn't until the invention of the automobile that ...
Continue reading "Consequences of a DUI With Injuries" »
Posted on Sep 20, 2016
You're probably familiar with undercover police officers "pretending" to be hardened criminals so they can bust drug dealers. After all, undercover operatives are frequently depicted on ...
Continue reading "Undercover Operations and DUI" »
Posted on Sep 6, 2016
If you were recently arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) or DWI, you may be wondering if the state has a time limit for which they can file criminal charges against you. Yes, prosecutors do ...
Continue reading "How Long Does the State Have to File DUI Charges?" »
Posted on Aug 23, 2016
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a problem that plagues drivers of all ages, however, it's an even bigger problem for teens and young adults. Teens tend to binge drink, and they have less ...
Continue reading "Zero Tolerance for Underage Drivers" »
Posted on Aug 9, 2016
While each state has enacted its own DUI/DWI laws and penalties, there are definite similarities. For example, a first DUI with no aggravating factors is usually a misdemeanor in all states. A DUI ...
Continue reading "DUI and Child Endangerment" »
Posted on Jul 26, 2016
In the United States, if you become a lawful permanent resident (green card holder), it does not mean that you cannot be deported. Under U.S. immigration law, when a permanent resident commits certain ...
Continue reading "Can I Be Deported for a DUI?" »
Posted on Jul 12, 2016
Thanks to local, state, and nationwide anti-drinking and driving campaigns, virtually every licensed driver in the United States is aware of the dangers of drinking and driving. What not everyone ...
Continue reading "DUI Accidents & Serious Injuries" »
Posted on Jun 28, 2016
Whether you're supporting yourself or your family, you are eager to find and maintain a well-paying job, which is not always a simple task. As you fill out online applications or pound the ...
Continue reading "Do I Have to Disclose My DUI on Job Applications?" »
Posted on Jun 14, 2016
We all know that it's not good to be arrested for anything, let alone driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated. As a teenager or young adult, a conviction for DUI can pose serious ...
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Posted on May 31, 2016
Each state has enacted its own anti-drinking and driving laws, however, in all states it is illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of.08% or above. Also, most states have made it so ...
Continue reading "Aggravating Factors in a DUI Case" »
Posted on May 17, 2016
If you are a parent who is a Baby Boomer or from Generation X, you can be glad that your teenage son or daughter is driving during an era where there are less teenage drunk drivers. According to the ...
Continue reading "Teenagers and Driving Under the Influence" »
Posted on May 3, 2016
An Ignition Interlock Device, also known as an "IID" is a small breathalyzer device, not much bigger than a cellphone that is wired to the ignition of a vehicle. If a court orders a DUI ...
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Posted on Apr 19, 2016
A DUI conviction is never a good thing. It can affect your ability to retain or obtain a professional license, it can cause you to lose your job, it can affect future employment opportunities, college ...
Continue reading "How a DUI Can Impact a Child Custody Case" »
Posted on Apr 5, 2016
Generally, a first driving under the influence case is prosecuted as a misdemeanor offense. However, under certain circumstances, DUI or DWI can be charged as a felony. Will your DUI be charged as a ...
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Posted on Mar 22, 2016
It happens more often than law enforcement would like to admit. People drive to a bar and park in the small lot next to the bar, or on the street near the bar. Parked outside, just up the street a ...
Continue reading "Getting Arrested for DUI After Leaving a Bar" »
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