DWI

Drunk driving charges are challenging to face, partially because of the serious consequences that come with a conviction. While some people think about things like fines and incarceration, there are other collateral consequences that must be considered.  A drunk...

When people think about a DWI charge, they often focus on the fines, court dates or the possibility of losing their license. What many do not realize is how far the effects can reach into everyday life long after the case is over. A single mistake can follow someone...

Police officers who are patrolling communities try to do what they can to keep the streets safe. One thing that most of them do is try to keep drunk drivers off the road. What some people may not realize is that police officers can't pull vehicles over just because...

If a driver sees a police officer behind them motioning them to pull over, it’s generally a stressful experience. However, if that driver has had a drink – or a few – or has ingested any kind of narcotics – even a bit of marijuana – they may fear that arrest is...

Driving while impaired (DWI) is often associated with alcohol or illegal drug use, but prescription medications can also land drivers in legal trouble. You might have assumed that if a drug is legally prescribed, it’s safe to use under all circumstances.  However,...

It’s completely natural to feel anxious and overwhelmed when you’re facing your first DWI charge. For many people, this is their first encounter with the criminal justice system, and it can feel like being thrown into a confusing process with no direction. But you’re...

If you’re ever pulled over for suspicion of impaired driving, the police officer may ask you to take a series of field sobriety tests. Your first instinct may be to comply with their request, especially if you’re sober. However, doing so may have unintended...

Exceeding the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) opens up the potential for a DWI conviction. You’re almost certainly going to be arrested if you take a breath test and it’s over 0.08%. Some drivers, like commercial drivers and underage drivers, even...

One key component of a DWI arrest is that the police must have a valid reason to stop your vehicle. It is unlawful for officers to pull over random cars without any indication that the driver is impaired, simply hoping to catch someone who has been drinking (with the...

Do you know why some types of drugs come with warnings to not use them with alcohol? This is because certain medications, especially those with sedative effects, can cause even further impairment. In turn, this can lead to many devastating and potentially fatal...