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DUI - Driving Under the Influence
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a serious offense, which can carry harsh penalties including heavy fines, license suspension, and even jail time. The severity of DUI laws varies from state-to-state; however, most states enforce DUI laws rigorously. If you have been arrested on charges of DUI, you may wish to speak with an experienced attorney who can help you understand your rights.
The Legal Limit
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) is a common factor in determining a person’s level of intoxication. The minimum BAC needed for a DUI conviction in 45 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico is .08 grams/deciliter. In the case of underage drivers, any BAC may constitute a DUI offense.
An officer can obtain a person’s BAC through a Breathalyzer test, blood analysis, or urine test. Unfortunately, these tests are not failsafe as the margin for error is large. A qualified DUI attorney can answer any questions you may have about these tests and their outcomes.
Strengthening DUI Law
According to the National Highway Safety Traffic Administration, alcohol-related motor vehicle accidents kill someone every 31 minutes. Over the past decade, approximately 1.4 million drivers have been arrested annually on charges of DUI. Many states are taking stronger measures to prevent alcohol-related accidents. Some prevention strategies states are taking include:
· Lowering permissible levels of BAC
· Maintaining regular sobriety checkpoints
· Enacting zero tolerance laws for drivers under 21 years of age
· Requiring mandatory substance abuse and treatment for DUI offenders
· Harsher penalties for repeat DUI offenders
Your Legal Rights
A DUI charge does not guarantee a conviction. If you have been charged with DUI, it is important for you to know your rights. A qualified DUI attorney can explain your options and discuss a possible course of action. Please contact us to speak with an experienced DUI attorney FREE of charge.
Criminal Law Breaking News
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A Florida police officer was arrested Oct. 28 on a charge of fleeing the scene of an accident and on DUI charges. According to reports, Officer Christopher John Sutherlin A 22-year-old Fairfax man was sentenced to three years in prison after being found guilty of DUI involuntary manslaughter. Christopher Plaiser crashed his car Nov. 28, 2007 after hav... A woman who was recently charged with a DUI has taken action and filed a lawsuit against city of Gulfport and the police officer who arrested her. The woman claims she was accused of drunk dri... "Fairfax Man Guilty of Involuntary Manslaughter"
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