DUI Attorney

Alabama Underage DUI

by ParkmanLawFirm March 13, 2013 Criminal Law

In the State of Alabama, individuals under the legal drinking age are held to a more stringent standard than those over the legal drinking age.  As most people know, the legal drinking age in the State of Alabama is 21. There are a couple instances where underage drinkers may be prosecuted for DUI.  The first […]

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National Highway Transportation Safety Administration Study 1977

by ParkmanLawFirm March 8, 2013 Criminal Law

Over the years, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) has awarded research contracts to several organizations to determine the effectiveness of field sobriety tests.  The Southern California Research Institute did the first of the studies conducted.  Marcelline Burns was the director of Southern California Research Institute. It was Burns understanding that the NHTSA was […]

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Top 5 Causes of False Positives While Using Ignition Interlock

by Vincent Ieda February 12, 2013 Criminal Law

A driving under the influence (DUI) conviction usually leads to several negative repercussions. These consequences can include high fines, community service and even jail time. One penalty that many people are finding it difficult to live with is the installation of an ignition interlock system on their vehicle. Interlock technology is meant to prevent drunk […]

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DUI Stop: Should I refuse the Breathalyzer?

by Ladyblogger December 23, 2012 Law

While most drivers don’t realize it, the fact is that police are out in full force searching for intoxicated drivers on a daily basis. If you’re stopped by a law enforcement officer for suspected drunk driving, you’ll most likely be asked to perform a variety of field sobriety tests in addition to a chemical breath […]

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How Law Enforcement Will Tackle Holiday Drunk Drivers

by gclatworthy December 6, 2012 Criminal Law

[US Law and General] For most people, the holidays are a time for celebration and relaxation. For others, the holidays can bring tragedy. During the holiday season, traffic accidents and deaths increase sharply as motorists turn to the stress of gift buying, visit friends, and engage in recreational alcohol consumption. Intoxicated motorists pose a significant […]

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What if I Refuse the DUI Breath Test?

by JasonAdams December 6, 2012 Criminal Law

Each state has its own rules and procedures to follow in dealing with driving under the influence (DUI). But for general purposes, there are common grounds by which states agree on. A blood alcohol content test is a procedure necessary to establish proof and evidence on implied driving under the influence charges. Chemical tests and […]

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Are DUI Offenders Allowed Too Many Chances?

by Ladyblogger October 6, 2012 Criminal Law

Every year approximately 1.5 million people are convicted of a DUI, but no state in the country permanently revokes a driver’s license after the first offense. Due to this, one-third of the people arrested each year are repeat offenders. DUI Laws Each state makes its own laws regarding DUI convictions, but none of them have […]

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Why Halloween’s No Treat If You’re Arrested For DUI

by gclatworthy October 4, 2012 Road Traffic Law

Halloween and ‘trick or treating’ is an American tradition and probably the favorite observance for most children across the country. Adults enjoy Halloween also, even though it is not a certified holiday. All local police departments are also aware of the tradition and as such anyone thinking they can drink and drive on Halloween may […]

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What Happens If You Refuse a Breath Test?

by Katie Hewatt September 24, 2012 Criminal Law

(Criminal law in the US) A field sobriety test is normally not presented as evidence in a driving under the influence criminal proceeding, but it can be used as a basis for reasonable suspicion in an attempt to find probable cause. Depending on the arresting officer, any individual that refuses a breath analysis can be […]

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Do I Really Need A DUI Attorney?

by CherrellT December 30, 2011 Law Blog

Anyone who has ever been taken to a detention center under suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI), or driving while intoxicated (DWI), ends up reflecting upon what the next move should be. There are multiple facts to consider and decisions to make. Making up one’s mind after a DUI arrest is not easy, particularly […]

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