U.S. Supreme Court ruled that DUI checkpoints, also called the “sobriety checkpoints” are legal and minimally invasive. Of course, for a motorist who is late for a meeting or unwilling to return home, the problem is subjective. Fortunately, there are ways to know if there are DUI checkpoints in your area so you can avoid [...]
Archive for the 'DUI' Category
May 19 2011
Common Penalties for DUI
Driving under the influence has become a common reason for the people of Miami to get arrested. DUI law is Miami is quite stringent. Though most of the people don’t commit the crime willingly, this offense can take them behind the bar. If you have been arrested for driving under the influence of drug or [...]
May 2 2011
Defending a DUI charge in parking zone
Defending DUI charges in a parked car can be a multifaceted matter. It must be verified that you were not preparing to use the car when you’re drunk. Some situations may help your case: • The back seat was lying (for sleep) • The car lights are not on • The car was not in [...]
May 2 2011
Expungement of DUI conviction
How a DUI (driving under the influence) charge affects your future? As per the laws the case remains at infinity, even if you do not face DUI conviction. You need to take legal action if you want to delete this detail of your criminal record. For this you need to find a DUI lawyer immediately. [...]
April 28 2011
An Overview of DUI Penalties
Driving under the influence of drug or driving while intoxicated is a punishable offense in Tennessee. Whether you are driving on any freeway, public road or street alley, you should not indulge in drunk driving. If you drive with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.8%, chances are there that you will get arrested for misdemeanor. [...]
March 28 2011
Clear your drunk driving record
Opposing to popular belief, a DUI conviction is not clear from your record after 7 years. It will appear on your criminal record perpetually, unless you work proactively to eradicate. Here’s how to clear your record. Ask your dui lawyer upon conviction if a petition is possible. Ultimately, the reversal of your conviction is a [...]
March 23 2011
Hiring a criminal defense lawyer to fight for a DUI case
Choosing the right Miami DUI lawyer can mean the difference between winning and losing your drunk driving case. Even if you think you are guilty, you need an experienced representative fighting for you. A good Miami criminal attorney can save you thousands of dollars, and keep you out of penal complex. Search online for an [...]
February 25 2011
Make the roads free of DUI offense
each year the Office of Road Safety in grant funds the United States related to road safety from the federal government. National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration and the Federal Highway Administration and maintain programs that the National Highway Act (1966). The state of Louisiana following the aforementioned law too. Driving under the influence on [...]
January 31 2011
How to Deal with Insurance Companies for DUI charges
If it is a Driving under Influence Offense (DUI) the consequences can be fatal and expensive. Apart from normal penalties, fines, attorney charges, license suspensions, long-term consequences there are many more costs attached to it. Your vehicle insurance rate may go up and coverage may get lessened to a great extent. A Martin County Criminal [...]
January 31 2011
Know your rights as a licensed driver
Drunk driving may cause severe damage to life and property. However, in many cases, law enforcement authorities misjudge someone as drunk driver. It is in such circumstances that you require knowing your rights as a Chicago licensed driver. Awareness of these rights helps you handle such a situation properly. If a patrol stops you on [...]