Over 1.5 million DWI/DUI cases occur every year in the United States. That number means that millions of Americans are suffering massive financial losses, changes to their lifestyles, and possibly serving jail time after driving under the influence. When being accused of a DWI, it’s important that you understand your rights. Choosing to take on the legal […]
Category Archives: DWI Defense
In the United States, 78 people are given a speeding ticket every minute. With an average fine of about $150, these numbers really add up. Whether you were speeding unconsciously or simply to pass a slow car, you instantly regretted it after you heard the sirens and saw the flashing lights of a police car behind you. […]
DWI lawyer concept of miniature car with alcohol bottle, handcuffs and legal scales. Are you one of the 1.5 million Americans who was arrested for DWI over the course of the last year? If so, you’re likely going to face a big financial penalty in the coming months. On average, the cost of a DWI usually surpasses the $10,000 mark. […]
Over four million American adults are willing to admit to drinking and driving occasionally. Drunk driving is common, but it’s also entirely preventable. Yet many drivers don’t think they can actually steer clear of drinking and driving. In fact, nearly one-quarter of drivers who admit to driving while inebriated claim they didn’t have a choice at the time. Do […]
When one is arrested for a DWI, oftentimes, there is a lot of shame or guilt associated with it. The person arrested may fear their friends and family has seen their mugshot or are making comments on their lapse in judgment. All of this should be secondary, as the accused is facing an appearance in […]
You’ve just had a few glasses of wine with dinner and then a small scotch with coffee after. Maybe it was a quick couple of cold beer after a workout with your friends. You might not feel over the limit, but the law may have other ideas. Getting a DUI or DWI arrest can be […]
You’re looking for the best DWI lawyer for the job. Do you know the right questions to ask? Hiring the best lawyer is all about knowing what to look for. Many people will say they can do the job. However, you need to know what to ask to make sure they can really get it […]
If you’ve recently been hit with a Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) charge, this is likely one of the most overwhelming and difficult times of your life. Often carrying higher fines and longer sentences than a standard speeding ticket, a DWI is no minor offense. To successfully navigate your case and come out on top, you’ll need […]
According to the laws of many states, a driver has to give consent before taking a breathalyzer test when asked to do so by a police officer. The choice to take the test or not can be a difficult one depending on an individual circumstance. You can decline to take the test, but will it […]
Tom (not client’s real name) had worked a full day and was taking a friend home that evening when he was pulled over for his tail light not working properly. The short video of Tom driving before the stop showed no traffic violations. Tom used his turn signals and stopped safely. However, the police officer […]