When someone is pulled over for drunk driving, they may be immediately overwhelmed with high levels of stress. Unfortunately, this stress may persist long after they are stopped by a law enforcement official, and it may continue to impact their lives in various ways...
DUI/DWI Defense
Breathalyzer tests and false positives
When people are pulled over for suspected drunk driving, a law enforcement official may conduct a breathalyzer test to determine whether or not the driver is under the influence of alcohol. If they notice that someone was driving erratically, they may be convinced...
How does alcohol get into your breath?
If you are facing charges for driving while intoxicated in Memphis based off the results of a breath test, you may be asking yourself why is it that law enforcement officers measure your breath to determine the alcohol content of your blood. Would not a blood sample...
Father arrested for DUI after fatal crash
A father from Knox County, Tennessee, is now mourning the loss of his 2-year-old daughter from behind bars. He was driving the vehicle at the time of the violent crash in which his daughter sustained injuries that ultimately claimed her life. The...
How can I get treatment for alcoholism?
If you’ve been convicted of a DUI in Memphis, your problems likely extend beyond the legal. Trouble with the law is often a sign of alcohol addiction, which can ultimately impact every area of your life. Getting treatment is vital in this case, especially when...
Thinking of drinking and driving? Take a look at Tennessee’s new DUI laws.
If you have been following our blog, you know that there are serious repercussions that accompany the charges of driving under the influence. In addition to fines, jail time and license suspension, those arrested also need to attend an alcohol treatment program and...
Ignition interlock device for Tennessee DUI offenders
When a driver is accused of drunk driving, the person should not treat this like other traffic violations. A DUI is considered a criminal offense, and depending on the details of the alleged crime, a driver could face serious penalties if the person is convicted. One...
Tennessee Supreme Court makes it easier to stop drunk drivers
Those who are convicted of drunk driving in Tennessee know how steep the penalties can be. Drunk driving is a serious offense that can lead to prison time, an ignition interlock device, license revocation, and high fines.This past Thursday, the Tennessee Supreme Court...
Drunk driver causes serious crash near Wolfchase Galleria
In Memphis, drunk driving is a serious crime. Police are always on the lookout for those who appear to be driving while drunk. If a person is convicted of drunk driving there can be very serious penalties including license suspension.A driver suspected of being drunk...
New Year’s Eve drunk driving can have serious legal consequences
With New Year's Eve quickly approaching Memphis residents should remember that a drunk driving conviction can be life-altering. A criminal defense attorney with experience in drunk driving knows the things that may go wrong during a DUI arrest and is best positioned...