A bad breath machine in Philidelphia
Juries may presume the machine is accurate. . . but like most machines there is plenty of room for error. DA to review 15 months of Philly DUI cases Written by Randy Barber FILED UNDER World News U.S./World News PHILADELPHIA (AP) – Prosecutors in Philadelphia will review 15 months of drunk-driving cases after four of [...]
read moreDriving under the influence of this substance could soon be illegal
Below is information on a new fad in teenage drug use. K-2, spice gold or other herbal incense is a way for teenagers to avoid failing drug tests and enjoy a high. Now the issue is being tackled by state legislatures to make this substance illegal. Driving under the influence of this substance will soon [...]
read moreWhat is Aggressive DUI or Criminal Defense?
Aggressive criminal or DUI defense means challenging the case. Making the state prove the case. Aggressive Criminal defense means using available experts and motions practice before taking the case to trial.
read moreThe officer said “I don’t need an attorney”–Do I need to spend money on a DUI attorney?
While processing you after a driving under the influence or alcohol or drug arrest, oftentimes, the officer will act as your friend. He or she will try to give you friendly advice. Sometimes it makes sense sometimes it doesn’t. I have heard from many clients that the officer said “don’t waste your money getting a [...]
read moreDUI penalties for DUI offenses after July 1, 2010
With the new penalties for driving under the influence it is even more important to hire an attorney to handle your driving under the influence matters. Below are the possible penalties for a DUI or DWAI in Colorado. The possible penalties changed in July 2010 and now when you have prior alcohol related offenses, the [...]
read moreThe new drug of choice–soon to be a driving under the influence issue:
Below is information on a new fad in teenage drug use. K-2, spice gold or other herbal incense is a way for teenagers to avoid failing drug tests and enjoy a high. Now the issue is being tackled by state legislatures to make this substance illegal. Driving under the influence of this substance will soon [...]
read moreWhat Should I expect from my DUI defense attorney?
What should you expect from your criminal defense attorney? You should be comfortable with communicating with your attorney. It is your case and you should be informed, consulted and counseled regarding your options.
read moreColorado DUI laws change July 1, 2010
On July 1, 2010, Colorado tightens its Driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs penalties. Being charged with driving under the influence or driving while ability impaired ultimately mean the same. An alcohol/drug driving offense. The penalties may differ on a first offense but for multiple offenses, an alcohol driving offense whether driving under [...]
read moreDUI suspects who take breath tests: Is the Breath Machine accurate?
A Denver DUI Attorney’s take on the Breath Machine: Colorado uses a 5000EN breath machine to conduct breath tests on DUI suspects. Is it Accurate? The machine makes assumptions that everybody is created equal. That is one of the many problems with a breath test. Officers are trained to turn on the machine, have the [...]
read moreDUI Lawyer: If you wish to stay silent, you must tell the police
You have the right to an attorney, you have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. Everybody has heard of these rights. On June 1, 2010, the United States Supreme Court ruled that a defendant must tell the police they wish to [...]
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