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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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DUI Accidents and Criminal Charges

by Katie Hewatt August 29, 2012 Criminal Law

(US law and generally) While most drinking and driving offenses are considered misdemeanor crimes, there are instances where criminal charges are tacked on if an alcohol-related accident occurs. Drinking and driving is a serious offense that puts not only the driver at-risk, but also other innocent drivers and passengers. Alarming statistics in 2009 released by […]

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