People all over the world enjoy drinking alcohol because of the pleasant “buzzed” feeling it causes. However, the science behind that buzzed feeling is not well-known. Most people understand that if they drink the right amount of an alcoholic beverage, they will get...
DUI Defense
Illinois man charged in fatal drunk driving accident
An Illinois man was recently indicted for his alleged role in a fatal pedestrian accident, although he is not yet in police custody. He is facing a single count for leaving the scene of a fatal accident and eight counts for aggravated drunk driving. His blood-alcohol...
Many Americans are unconcerned about driving while high
Nearly 70% of Americans surveyed don’t believe they will be arrested for driving under the influence of marijuana, according to a study by the AAA Traffic Safety Foundation. The report says 14.8 million drivers responding to the survey said they got behind the wheel...
Police charge truck driver with DUI
Police in Illinois say that the truck driver who hit a squad car was possibly under the influence at the time of the accident. A trooper suffered injuries in the collision. The driver is facing multiple criminal charges, including two counts for aggravated DUI,...
When can police lawfully search my car?
You’ve probably heard about criminal cases that began with an officer pulling over a driver, and resulted in law enforcement claiming to have found something illegal during a search of that person’s vehicle. That uncovered evidence is often the basis for criminal...
Driver charged for fatal DUI accident
A fatal car accident yielded criminal charges for the driver allegedly responsible for the collision. Police arrested the man on two counts for aggravated DUI involving a death and on another two counts for aggravated DUI with a revoked or suspended licenses. Both of...
BAC tests: How reliable are the results?
During a traffic stop for suspicion of drunk driving, a police officer may ask you to participate in tests to determine your level of intoxication. The first of these tests typically include roadside or field sobriety tests, which determine whether you are...
5 tips for talking to the police
If you have to talk to the police, you want to know exactly how to proceed. On one hand, you want the conversation to go smoothly without escalating the situation. On the other hand, you know that you have rights, and you do not want the police to walk all over you....
DUIs And Blood Draws: How To Protect Your Privacy And Withdraw Consent
County is one of the recent counties that has implemented procedures for obtaining blood from the drivers of motor vehicles who are arrested for DUI when drivers' refuse to provide a breath sample. These procedures include obtaining warrants from judges who are on...
Protect Your Independence on Independence Day: Be Aware of DUI Checkpoints
Police in many states occasionally set up sobriety checkpoints at fixed locations on busy highways. Also known as DUI checkpoints or roadside safety checks, these checkpoints are often set up on around holidays where people are likely to be out celebrating, such as...