As you probably already know, each state has its own DUI laws. You may know the laws and procedures of your home state, but what happens if you are arrested and charged in a different state? This is not as uncommon as one might think, as people often have a few too many during a … Read more
A DUI arrest can literally be a sobering moment. For some people, the reality they have a real problem finally hits home. For others, it is just a compilation of a night of making some very bad decisions. Regardless of the situation, anyone arrested for a DUI should and needs to make some lifestyle changes … Read more
If you were recently arrested and charged with DUI, you are probably in shell shock right now. The fact that you are facing thousands of dollars in fines and possible jail time, as well as a license suspension, may only be the beginning of your problems if you are found guilty. If you depend on … Read more
Being arrested is obviously a very stressful situation. Unlike other crimes, though, being arrested for a DUI is often a person’s first time in trouble. Look in any courtroom and first-time DUI offenders are often everyday people with no criminal history. The realization that their life is about to change forever, and not in a … Read more
Getting a DUI is no longer a trivial matter, nor has it been in quite some time. In years past, DUIs were treated as nothing more than a traffic ticket. Today. A DUI will not only cost you excessive fines, a license suspension, and possible jail time, it may also cost you your job! For … Read more
State DUI laws allow courts to impose penalties including fines, driver license suspension, and jail time. However, these fail to address the issues that cause people to drink and drive. As a result, many states are adding alcohol education and treatment programs to the list of penalties for a DUI conviction. A victim impact panel … Read more
Driving under the influence is an offense that is placed on the criminal record upon conviction. Getting a DUI can have long-term consequences from an employment perspective. However, mistakes can be made during DUI arrests and a good defense lawyer will identify and point these out to the court. If a DUI arrest does not … Read more
Law enforcement officials are making  headlines for their questionable behaviors on the job. While often not as overt, mistakes can also be made during DUI arrests. When defending a DUI charge, exposing police errors can have the most successful results. This requires comprehensive legal knowledge and in-depth understanding of DUI processes and procedures. Police Reports … Read more
Though the media portrays a different picture, most criminal cases never see the inside of a courtroom. Instead, the defendant enters a plea agreement or a plea bargain that determines the penalty for the crime. In many cases, a plea bargain places limitations on conviction or promises a particular sentence. Sometimes, plea bargaining is the … Read more
A DUI charge often results in more than license suspension, fines, and possible jail time. Many people feel embarrassed and ashamed after being charged with driving while intoxicated and some even slip into depression. Whether this is the first DUI charge or a repeat offense, the right approach can prevent feelings of shame from creeping … Read more