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28th September 2009
Copyright (c) 2009 Chuck Matthews
In Boulder County, Colorado there are on average more than 1,500 people are arrested each year and charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI). According to Colorado law, Dri... Read >
Author: customerparadigm20th August 2009
There are many different elements to a driving while impaired case that are important. One that is often overlooked to the detriment of the defendant is the use of witnesses.
Most states now have two types of drunk driving cases. One is statutory impai... Read >
Author: Thomas Ajava19th August 2009
When you are pulled over for drunk driving, typically you are asked to submit to different types of tests so that officers can determine your level of sobriety. There are the field sobriety tests, also known as "FST"s, and there are chemical tests. Law ... Read >
Author: San Diego Web Studio10th August 2009
The burden of proof for a crime in the United States is on the prosecution. Many DUI defendants shoot themselves in the foot because they don’t understand the concept of evidentiary party admissions.
Miranda rights are something we see all the time o... Read >
Author: Thomas Ajava16th July 2009
Nationwide, each state has its own set of stringent rules and laws when it comes to driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Driving while intoxicated is a serious offense, and punishment can have lasting consequences on your life and criminal rec... Read >
Author: Rahul Rungta23rd June 2009
Driving under the influence is a common problem in the world today. Without medical tests it is sometimes hard to determine if the driver of the stopped vehicle is drunk, so the police officers use a variety of field sobriety tests. It is important to rem... Read >
Author: Matt Traverso13th June 2009
Driving under the influence or DUI is the number one cause of vehicular accidents in the US. Every year about 25,000 deaths and 708,000 injuries (74,000 of those are serious injuries) occur as a result of alcohol related vehicular accidents.
It is als... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group01st June 2009
What should you do if you are arrested for a DWI in Minnesota? Acting swiftly may result in a more rapid license reinstatement and preparation for your DWI defense.
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Why were you stopped? Pay careful attention to the reasons that the officer pro... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer18th May 2009
One of the most common criminal charges that people are faced with are DWI or DUI charges. Both of these offenses involve driving a vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicating substance. However, a DWI (driving while intoxicated) charge refers sp... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer01st May 2009
Unfortunately, some of us may find ourselves in compromising situations with law enforcement at some point in our lives. One of these particular scenarios may be a DUI infraction. A DUI attorney in San Francisco can help to educate you on your legal rig... Read >
Author: shefmanlaw23rd March 2009
DUI charges are a serious offense. There’s no doubt about it. Most charges stemming from driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will result in a stiff fine, loss of your driver’s license, and even a stint in jail. If you’re arrested for... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer20th February 2009
Motions are powerful weapons against illegal police tactics in a DUI case. A motion is a request by a defendant to the court. There are various motions that may be filed by a defense attorney, and the motion most often filed by a DUI attorney in San Diego... Read >
Author: timangeles22nd January 2009
Most of us had “Death of a Salesman” by Arthur Miller as required reading in either high school or college. The tragic story of Willie Loman, a common man, has many lessons that can be applied to our everyday lives. Since our society holds athletes,... Read >
Author: Rob Schmidt08th December 2008
A pickup truck driver who smashed his vehicle into a car in Manteca, California in a severe car accident that caused injuries to its two occupants, left an unlikely calling card at the scene - his vehicle’s license plate. That was all the evidence polic... Read >
Author: Robert Reeves01st December 2008
There are few more helpless and frightening feelings than when you are being pulled over on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. Amidst the chaos and fear, however, it is important to remember that you do have rights. And while no one expects you to po... Read >
Author: Kris Pipes27th May 2008
Okay, you have been pulled over by a police officer. The officers have already asked for your license and registration, which you are needed to provide, and begins to make inquiries about your recent alcohol consumption. If the officer suspects that you m... Read >
Author: elizabeth26th May 2008
Okay, you have been pulled over by a police officer. The officers have already asked for your license and registration, which you are needed to provide, and begins to make inquiries about your recent alcohol consumption. If the officer suspects that you m... Read >
Author: elizabeth23rd May 2008
Okay, you have been pulled over by a police officer. The officers have already asked for your license and registration, which you are needed to provide, and begins to make inquiries about your recent alcohol consumption. If the officer suspects that you m... Read >
Author: elizabeth21st May 2008
Arizona’s new DUI law is one of the strictest in the nation, and penalties are now tougher than ever. An Arizona DUI arrest can result in a license suspension, fines, and longer jail time. At Koplow and Patane, we remind you that there are ways to nav... Read >
Author: Koplow21st May 2008
When Arizona’s new DUI Law took effect in September 2007, it became more imperative than ever for those charged with an Arizona DUI to be able to defend themselves against such charges. A conviction under the new Arizona DUI statute may bring with it s... Read >
Author: Koplow16th April 2008
DUI roadblocks, otherwise known as sobriety checkpoints, have been used by law enforcement as one way keep the roads safe and prevent people from drunk driving. However, there are others who argue that these roadblocks violate the Fourth Amendment of the... Read >
Author: Maria Palma09th April 2008
Drunk driving has been a long-time issue for people in California - and across the country for that matter! If California Highway Patrol (CHP) can smell even just a tiny ounce of alcohol on your breath, it's likely that you'll be arrested for driving whi... Read >
Author: Maria Palma07th April 2008
In the state of California police officers have the authority to pull you over anytime they suspect you of drunk driving. There are several types of field and chemical tests which are used by police officers to find out if a driver has indeed been drivin... Read >
Author: Maria Palma31st March 2008
If you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI), it can become an overwhelming and stressful situation - especially if this is your first incident. However, the tips provided below will hopefully help you get everything in order and ease ... Read >
Author: Maria Palma10th March 2008
Driving under the influence of alcohol, driving intoxicated or drunk-driving is the act of operating a motor vehicle – in some jurisdictions this includes even riding a bicycle or riding a horse – after having consumed alcohol or drugs to the degree... Read >
Author: urlreader23rd January 2008
If you are pulled over for suspicion of driving under the influence, the police officer will most likely want you to complete a breath test. You have the option to refuse to take the breath test; however, you should be aware that refusing to take the test... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer02nd August 2007
There are many different types of lawyers, many of whom are specialized in a certain area of work. The majority of the time having a specialized attorney for a your specific charge is extremely important. In such cases one needs to know a lot more than th... Read >
Author: wahlberg.richard19th June 2007
DUI (Driving under the influence) or DWI (Driving while intoxicated) is regarded as the most serious misdemeanor offense. In many cases, repeat offenders are considered felons. Worst case scenario, the offense can be marked and will forever go on your rec... Read >
Author: Douglas R. Lipton23rd April 2007
A DUI/DWI (Driving Under the Influence/Driving While Influenced) is a serious driving violation which can carry hefty financial and long-lasting legal consequences. While the intent of this article is not to provide free legal advice, it will outline the ... Read >
Author: Rocco Beatrice20th February 2007
Besides a familiarity with case law a DUI Attorney brings extensive trial experience to your side of the proceedings.
Refusing to consider hiring an experienced DUI Attorney because of the cost can be a costly mistake. Accepting the court appointed la... Read >
Author: ChrisMiller08th November 2006
ALR(Administrative License Revocation)
A Program to suspend the driving license Of Drivers Which are found driving carelessly under dwi(driving while intoxicated).You need a proper class if you are driving in USA
And know nothing about it. I will teach ... Read >
Author: Anshu Gupta08th June 2006
Suppression Motions
Suppression motions are a valuable tool in a DUI case because when evidence can be excluded, the prosecutor's case is weakened. Suppression follows the rule of law that evidence secured by illegal means and in bad faith cannot be i... Read >
Author: Darren Kavinoky07th June 2006
Investigation of DUI Cases:
What are the SFST's?
How do CA courts deal with FST's that are not performed in accordance with NHTSA?
The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) has done extensive studies of field sobriety testing (FS... Read >
Author: Darren Kavinoky07th June 2006
Investigation of DUI Cases:
Give Examples of Non-Standardized FST's:
How to be given, what clues, what they mean.
Law enforcement agencies employ a number of different field sobriety tests to determine enough probable cause to make an arrest for drun... Read >
Author: Darren Kavinoky07th June 2006
Who has burden in DMV Hearings
The DMV has the burden of proof in the Administrative Per Se (APS) hearing. The burden of proof is that there is more evidence weighted towards driving under the influence of alcohol than not. State law has mandated tha... Read >
Author: Darren Kavinoky07th June 2006
"Per Se": 23152(b)
In order to be convicted of a DUI, the prosecutor must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant was driving under the influence of alcohol. The types of evidence which normally support this charge are: driving pattern, p... Read >
Author: Darren Kavinoky10th May 2006
Copyright 2006 Lance Knowlton
Roadside field sobriety tests (FSTs), developed at the behest of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), are commonly employed by police officers during DUI stops to determine whether a driver is under ... Read >
Author: Lance Knowlton05th March 2006
Many people charged with DUI want to know what a DUI attorney can do for them. It's a very direct question, which some attorneys have a hard time answering. It's a good question because it is so direct and to the point. The person would like to hire an at... Read >
Author: Steven Tomeo10th November 2005
If you're sober, then you've got nothing to worry about, right? Not necessarily. The problem with being singled out of traffic as a possible DUI is that the officer has already formed certain expectations: He is psychologically predisposed to "see" what ... Read >
Author: Lawrence Taylor05th August 2005
If you are ever arrested for drunk driving (also called DUI for "driving under the influence" or DWI for "driving while intoxicated"), your experience will begin with an officer stopping you because of some questionable driving pattern, or possibly becaus... Read >
Author: Lawrence Taylor
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