If you are facing a DUI charge, even if you have the help of a DUI attorney, it's not easy to know exactly what punishment awaits you in case you are convicted. This is because multiple factors will determine your sentence, factors such as these: Your DUI Record One of the first things the judge will consider is the number of past DUI convictions you have, if any. The more DUIs you have committed in the past, the more serious your punishment will be.
19 April 2018
If you have trouble with the law and are arrested, you might be wondering if you should post bail. What many people don't understand is how the criminal justice system works, so they assume that they shouldn't worry about posting bail, but in reality, it is usually best to do it. Here are some things you need to know about being arrested and bail. 1. You Can Be Arrested Without Being Charged
2 March 2018
DUI is also commonly known as driving under the Influence and is typically related to alcohol intoxication. Alcohol seems to be the only substance that most people know to be associated with drunken driving and driving under the influence is a chargeable offense. By law, driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level of above 0.08% is illegal in all 50 states. However, apart from alcohol, there are other things that can be associated with DUI and this includes drugs, both prescription as well as illegal drugs.
26 November 2017
You've been pulled over and the officer determines that you are driving under the influence. This is a serious charge that can come with penalties as harsh as huge fines, loss of your license, and even jail time in some states. When you are accused of a DUI, you are facing a criminal charge, and criminal charges do get their time before a judge in court. While many cases will have no way of contesting where a DUI is concerned, there are some instances when you may be able to contest the charge and get away from the harsh penalties.
21 October 2017
What you do after you have been arrested with driving under the influence (DUI) determines whether you will face aggravated or mitigated charges and penalties. The following measures will help steer you towards mitigated charges: Attending Drunk-Driving Classes Most people who are charged with DUIs have to attend DUI classes sooner or later; you can attend the classes voluntarily or the court can order you to do it during the sentencing stage.
16 June 2017
If you have recently been arrested for drinking and driving or a similar offense with a minor in the car, it's important to be aware that you're likely to be facing more serious charges than you might if you were alone in the car at the time. That is true even if it's your first offense or if your blood alcohol level was barely over the legal limit at the time of your arrest.
18 May 2017
Were you accused of embezzling money from the company that you work for? If the false accusation has led to you losing your job, you should get in touch with a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. You might be able to sue your employer if the accusation is found to be false. A criminal defense attorney can also help you avoid possible time in prison for a crime that you didn't actually commit.
29 March 2017
