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The Revolving Door of DUI’s

by Ladyblogger March 7, 2013 Law

Although the data varies for each state, the likelihood that a person who has received one DUI will go on to commit a second offense is as high as 40 percent. Sadly, there are also many people who will end up receiving a third DUI. In fact, there has been at least one case that […]

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Ignition Interlock Devices Exposed

by Ladyblogger February 24, 2013 Law

It is legal in all 50 U.S. states for a judge to mandate the usage of an interlock ignition device for a preset amount of time for an individual who has been convicted of a DUI. However, some states will only allow this penalty to be used if the driver is a repeat offender. Statistics […]

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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 & Vehicular Manslaughter

by Ladyblogger January 10, 2013 Criminal Law

Driving while you are intoxicated presents several different issues. Not only do you run the risk of being arrested for a DUI, but you could also be the cause of at least one of the approximately 15,000 DUI deaths that happen each year. Each state prosecutes drivers in this situation differently, but the odds are […]

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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 to Know About Your First DUI/DWI Arrest

by Brett-ly November 29, 2012 Criminal Law

The first time you are exposed to the criminal justice system can be a traumatic experience, especially for someone facing his or her first DWI/DUI charge. What potential consequences will I face? What will a conviction cost? Will I still be able to drive, and if not, for how long? The above questions are at […]

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Drinking And Holidays: Not A Good Mix If You’re Driving

by Ladyblogger November 16, 2012 Road Traffic

(U.S. Law) The holiday season brings a lot of people together, and this naturally causes alcohol to flow more freely than it usually does. Everything from the night before Thanksgiving, which is widely known as the biggest drinking night of the year, to holiday parties will make alcohol very accessible, and many people seem to […]

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How Will a DUI Impact My Life?

by Ladyblogger October 7, 2012 Law

Approximately 1.4 million people are convicted of a DUI on an annual basis. The overall personal impact will vary depending on the state the conviction occurs in, but there are certain legal and personal consequences that will happen to everyone who receives a DUI. Legal Consequences The legal consequences of a DUI will be greatly […]

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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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