Driving with an expired license is bad enough, but when you add alcohol to the mix, things can get messy. Let us explore the consequences of driving under the influence (DUI) with an expired license in Memphis, Tennessee. The Memphis situation In Memphis, if police...
DUI/DWI Defense
Can police follow a suspected drunk driver into their home?
There have been cases throughout the country where people convicted for DUI and other drunk driving offenses after police followed them into their garages have appealed their convictions. The basis of their appeals was that their Fourth Amendment rights were...
Can you get a DUI while sleeping in your car?
You almost always get a ride or call a taxi when you’ve been drinking, working hard to avoid DUI charges. You know that it’s illegal to drive under the influence. You could face criminal charges if you’re impaired by alcohol, marijuana or other substances. However,...
What to do when a DUI becomes a vehicular homicide charge
Getting arrested for a driving under the influence (DUI) offense can be a humbling experience. Some people get pulled over by police officers because of how they drive. Others get arrested at the scene of a collision. Chemical testing after car crashes is relatively...
What does field sobriety testing usually involve?
When police officers suspect someone of alcohol impairment, they need to gather evidence. The prosecutor needs proof beyond a reasonable doubt that someone had impaired ability or was over the legal limit for their blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Video footage from...
Tennessee’s approach to drugged driving
Driving under the influence of drugs, often called "drugged driving," is a serious offense in Tennessee. The state has strict laws to keep roads safe and prevent accidents caused by impaired drivers. Definition of drugged driving Drugged driving in Tennessee refers to...
Can you refuse a BAC test?
Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is a measurement of the total amount of alcohol in your blood at any given time. The law has established that the legal limit is a BAC of 0.08%. If you are over this limit, then they can assume that you were impaired by the...
Drunk driving signs police watch for in Tennessee
Police officers generally need a reason to stop any vehicle. They’re not permitted to make random searches as they seek out drunk drivers, for instance, simply, giving numerous drivers breath tests until they find someone who is over the legal limit. They need to have...
What repeat Tennessee DUIs will mean for your license
To obtain a driver's license, you have to pass a written test and demonstrate proficiency with specific driving skills in a practical test. Tennessee drivers also have to maintain their licenses by following traffic laws. Too many major traffic violations could cost...
Possible defenses for a DUI charge
All DUI charges, even for first-time offenders, are serious and carry the potential of severe penalties. Not only will you possibly lose your license, have to pay fines and go to jail, but the charge can also impact your job, family and personal relationships, too....