DUI checkpoints up until 1996 were often considered illegal and a violation of the Fourth Amendments protection of unreasonable searches and seizures by government officials. However, in 1996, the Supreme Court ruled (Michigan Dept. of State Police v. Sitz 496…
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How To Choose A DUI Defense Attorney
DUI Defense Attorney Whenever a person is charged with a DUI, one of their first thoughts is (1) how do I pick a DUI defense attorney to defend me? Other questions include, (2) how much does it cost to hire…
Your First DUI: What To Expect
If your reading this you, or someone you know has likely been charged with their first DUI or DWI. Most first time offenders can be divided into two groups. Those who are afraid their life will be ruined forever as…
The Legal and Non-Legal Consequences of A DUI
Being convicted of a DUI or DWI whether it is alcohol or drugs has a negative impact on the rest of your life and potentially others as well. Your license is in jeopardy, your job or livelihood may be in…
DUI Tips from Attorneys: What To Do When Pulled Over For A DUI?
What To Do When Pulled Over For A DUI? The following are dui tips from attorneys, on steps an individual pulled over by police officers for a DUI should follow. DUI TIPS #1: Do Not Admit Anything The biggest mistake…
DUI Penalties: The Legal Ramifications of A DUI
DUI PENALTIES There are a number of sites and organizations that list the statistics and negative consequences of drinking and driving so we will not get to in depth here about such information. Instead this article will focus on an…