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Posted on Dec 15, 2015
Each year, the number of bicyclists grows and so does the number of people who ride while under the influence of alcohol. Whether a rider decides that two wheels is healthier than four, or if they ...
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Posted on Dec 1, 2015
On Monday, June 1, 2015, Gov. John Hickenlooper (D-Colorado) signed a bill that created a felony charge for a fourth DUI offense. Prior to the bill's passing, it was possible for a driver to have ...
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Posted on Nov 17, 2015
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2012 there were nearly 36 million licensed drivers age 65 and older in America. Ask any older person, they'll tell you that ...
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Posted on Nov 3, 2015
Alcohol has played a significant role in society for what seems like forever. Of course, back before automobiles were invented, being drunk didn't equate to an increased risk of harming others ...
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Posted on Oct 20, 2015
Careful motion practice plays an integral role in a DUI attorney's strategy for attacking drunk driving tests. The suppress motion, which can be a home-run, seeks to exclude any evidence that was ...
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Posted on Oct 6, 2015
In the United States, the first drinking and driving laws were enacted in New York in 1910. Twenty-six years later in 1936, Dr. Rolla Harger, a professor of biochemistry and toxicology, patented a ...
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Posted on Sep 22, 2015
It's amazing how many people are arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) who automatically assume that there's nothing that can be done, that their case is hopeless. This perception ...
Continue reading "DUI Defenses Are Virtually Endless" »
Posted on Sep 8, 2015
When people are arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) while travelling out-of-state, usually one of the first questions that comes to mind is, "Will my home state find out about my ...
Continue reading "Understanding the Driver License Compact & Out-of-State DUIs" »
Posted on Aug 25, 2015
You've probably noticed the warning on many of the medications that you've taken. The danger is no joke. When you mix alcohol with certain medications, it can cause nausea and vomiting, ...
Continue reading "Why Prescriptions and Alcohol Don’t Mix" »
Posted on Aug 11, 2015
If you are a non-U.S. citizen, you may be wondering if you can be deported for a DUI offense. It depends on several factors such as, your immigration status, if you have a record of criminal ...
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Posted on Jul 28, 2015
There are plenty of reasons to travel to Canada from the United States. From the mountains of the Canadian Rockies, to the rugged Yukon, to Canada's glaciers, the Northern Lights, and the dramatic ...
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Posted on Jul 14, 2015
With the summer heat comes many outdoor boating adventures, and the continental United States is loaded with great places for boaters to enjoy. From Destin, Florida along Florida's Panhandle; to ...
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Posted on Jun 30, 2015
If you are convicted of DUI, the consequences don't end with a fine and possible jail time. Whether you're aware of it or not, a DUI conviction could have a major impact on your job, not to ...
Continue reading "Ways a DUI Can Hurt Your Career" »
Posted on Jun 16, 2015
If you were recently arrested for DUI or in some jurisdictions, DWI, you may be wondering if a DUI conviction would stop you from getting a passport. Federal law outlines the reasons why a U.S. ...
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Posted on Jun 2, 2015
DUI is the one offense that is commonly committed by everyday, upstanding citizens. While nobody wants to face criminal charges, for students planning to practice medicine, a simple DUI can turn into ...
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Posted on May 19, 2015
Are you a single or divorced parent who was recently arrested for DUI? If you're already locked in a heated child custody battle, or if you know that your ex is just waiting for the first ...
Continue reading "What a DUI Can Mean to Your Child Custody Case" »
Posted on May 5, 2015
Alcohol absorption is not particularly straightforward, there are a number of variables which influence how the body responds to alcohol. If you've ever drank several drinks and wondered why you ...
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Posted on Apr 7, 2015
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the federal agency that enforces safety regulations for commercial drivers. The FMCSA and Congress recognized the need for a transportation ...
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Posted on Mar 24, 2015
In 1984, the national minimum drinking age was set to 21. In order for states to comply with the federal law, each state prohibits people under the age of 21 from purchasing alcohol, driving under the ...
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Posted on Mar 10, 2015
Some people think that they can predict how alcohol will affect them, however, there are factors that change the way alcohol effects a person on different occasions. Medications, fatigue, food, and ...
Continue reading "How Alcohol Affects the Human Body" »
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