DUI charges are serious. Even as a first-time offender, you face significant fines, may lose your license, and face time in jail. Because of this charge's consequences, having a strong defense is a must. The good news is that there are a few options for defending a...
DUI/DWI Defense
DUI versus a medical emergency: What to know
If you are driving and suddenly have a medical emergency such as a heart attack or diabetic episode, it is possible that you could drive erratically and cause a crash or other disturbances on the road. Unfortunately, it’s very difficult to predict some medical issues,...
What is reasonable suspicion and how it is applied in a DUI arrest?
If the police officer suspects that you are driving under the influence (DUI), they have the right to pull you over, subject you to field sobriety and blood alcohol tests, and decide whether to charge you or not. However, to do so legally, they must have a justifiable...
How can I defend myself against DUI charges?
A DUI conviction can come with more consequences than you are prepared to take on. While you may not want to plead guilty in your case, you may not be sure if it is possible to defend against your charges. More than a million people get arrested for DUIs each year,...
Repeat DUI convictions come with stiffer penalties in Tennessee
Driving under influence (DUI) is a very serious offense no matter where you are, and the severity of the punishment following a conviction tends to increase depending on the number of previous convictions. Like in other states, a first DUI offense is treated...
Will you have to use an ignition interlock device after a DUI?
If you are accused of driving under the influence, one of the things that you could need to do upon conviction is use an ignition interlock device. The cost and restrictions of this device are good reasons to defend yourself and to fight against an unfair DUI...
When can officers pull you over for drunk driving suspicions?
It’s illegal for police officers to initiate a traffic stop just because they feel like it. They must have a reason, but the standard for that reason is much lower than what’s needed for an arrest. Reasonable suspicion means that the officer saw something that led...
What can go wrong at a DUI traffic stop?
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a risk on many fronts. For example, it impairs your ability to operate a motor vehicle, thus increasing the risk of an accident. Furthermore, if a police officer has reason to believe you’re under the influence, they won’t...
You can still get a DUI in the morning if you were drinking last night
Never assume that going to bed means all of the alcohol leaves your system. You can still be drunk the next morning, and there are plenty of cases of people getting arrested on DUI charges even though they claim they haven’t had anything to drink that day. The issue...
DUI as a minor: It’s a costly mistake
Driving under the influence, regardless of your age, is a mistake you don’t want to make. Not only can it result in your arrest, but it can affect your personal life, career, finances and so much more. DUI as a minor comes with its own set of challenges. In the state...