The following is an RSS-driven aggregation of the 50 most recent blog posts by lawyers blogging issues related to DUI law (read more about the process...). If you know of a lawyer blogging on DUI law that we haven't covered in the blogroll on the right side of the page, please send a note to Steve Matthews or Lawrence Koplow and we will get them added to the mix!
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Colorado Gun Suicides Jump 20%, Outpace Vehicular Fatalities
December 10th, 2013
The Daily Camera reports that data from the Colorado Department of Health and Environment shows that gun suicides jumped 20 percent from 2011 to 2012, the biggest single increase in twelve years, and for the first time surpassed motor vehicle fatalities. Fatalities involving firearms have long outpa... [Link] -
Is There Hope for Habitual Drug Users Outside of being Penalized Heavily for Drug DUI?
December 10th, 2013
As drunk driving defense attorneys, my colleagues and I have for many years represented dozens of motorists accused of driving while intoxicated by alcohol. Young or old, male or female, the odds of being picked up for a DWI here in the Garden State can be quite high, especially if a person makes on... [Link] -
Cops Accused of Vigilante Justice, Now Facing Criminal Charges
December 10th, 2013
Local, state and federal police officers are entrusted with carrying out the law and serving justice. Unfortunately, in Alabama and nationwide, it is not uncommon for police officers to be caught up in committing crimes themselves. This disrupts trust in the criminal justice system and in the abilit... [Link] -
Bellevue officers investigated after one makes a DUI stop of another
December 10th, 2013
Some Bellevue officers are causing trouble again. This time one Bellevue officer is accused of letting another Bellevue police officer go following a DUI stop. Now this isn’t the first time the Bellevue Police Department has come under scrutiny due to actions by some of their police office... [Link] -
Can You Be Charged as an Accomplice to Drunk Driving?
December 9th, 2013
I periodically get calls from reporters concerning legal issues in DUI cases. Often they simply involve some celebrity who was arrested for drunk driving and don't really involve any interesting issues. A few days ago, however, a reporter called with an interesting situation in Conne... [Link] -
Roundup: Writs, rights, beatings, bonds, and the complexity of victimhood
December 9th, 2013
If only to clear my browser tabs, here are a few stories that merit Grits readers' attention but likely won't make it into independent posts anytime soon:Serving life for homicide when there was no homicideThe Houston Press has a brief story about the case of Neal Robbins, who was convicted of homic... [Link] -
Jersey Motorists Facing Latest Kind of DUI? Trenton Legislators Consider Law Banning "Snacking While Driving"
December 7th, 2013
We've already seen it happen just across the Hudson: That failed attempt by local government to control individual choice, namely Mayor Bloomberg's effort to limit the size of soft drinks dispensed at local eateries and restaurants in New York City. That legislation ran up against stiff resistance,... [Link] -
Why It’s Helpful to Have an Ex-Prosecutor Work on Your Los Angeles DUI Defense Case
December 7th, 2013
Why do so many Los Angeles DUI defendants trust Attorney Michael Kraut of Kraut Law Group? One reason is that Mr. Kraut spent 14 years "on the other side" as a widely respected, highly accomplished criminal prosecutor. Here are three reasons why working with an ex-prosecutor makes tons of sense. [Link] -
Refusing a Breath Test and Drivers License Suspension in Michigan
December 6th, 2013
In Michigan, laws regarding drunk driving are extremely strict. If arrested for DUI and you refuse a chemical test, your driver's license may be suspended for one year. Under Michigan's Implied Consent Law, MCL 257.625c, any individual who operates a vehicle gives his or her consent to submit to c... [Link] -
Prosecutor Jailed After Sending Innocent Man to Prison for 25 Years
December 6th, 2013
Prosecutors hold a political position that is often dependent on the number of convictions they can put on the books. In many high-profile cases, prosecutors are praised for getting a conviction, but this comes with costs. At the local, state, and federal level, prosecutors have been known to tamper... [Link] -
Alabama DUI Defense: Rehabilitation After DUI Arrest
December 6th, 2013
The facts and circumstances of every DUI arrest are unique. In some cases, an alleged offender may have had nothing to drink. An accused drunk driver may have had a few drinks, but not be over the limit. In other cases, the driver may realize that he or she had too much to drink. They may worry abou... [Link] -
Kenny Britt Records Police Officers
December 5th, 2013
Troubled Titan's wide receiver Kenny Britt now uses his smart phone to record the police when they question him. USA Today reported that a number of NFL players are now video recording their encounters with police officers. Britt is no stranger to the law having been arrested or facing cha... [Link] -
NJ Drunk Driving News: "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" Anti-DWI Campaign Starts on Friday
December 5th, 2013
There is no dispute that the Christmas and New Year's Day holidays are a time of great celebration for families, friends and neighbors all across the Garden State. Yet, even those in the know are sometimes surprised by the number of New Jersey motorists who find themselves on the receiving end of a... [Link] -
COOL Deals, HOT Mess: Salem, New Hampshire Post-Black Friday Aftermath
December 5th, 2013
Salem, NH Criminal Defense Attorney Mark Stevens. Salem, New Hampshire totaled a record breaking 29 arrests this Black Friday, but not for just shoplifting this 2013 shopping season. Every year, all over the country, people go mad on this infamous 'holiday' it's like a wrecking ball coming through e... [Link] -
Texas DPS won't use roadblocks sans legislative approval
December 5th, 2013
Good news, via the Houston Chronicle ("State police to halt the use of checkpoints," Dec. 5):The Texas Department of Public Safety will refrain from using traffic checkpoints following intense backlash after state police temporarily set up roadside stops in the Rio Grande Valley earlier this year. [Link] -
No Two Burbank DUIs Arrests Are Alike
December 5th, 2013
Your Burbank DUI arrest might have been pretty “garden variety.” Maybe you blew a 0.13% BAC on a breath test, after spending the night drinking and playing pool at Burbank Town Center. A sheriff saw you swerve on Hollywood Way, while you were driving to an after-party at an acquaintance’s h... [Link] -
Investigation Raises Questions About DUI Enforcement in Pueblo
December 4th, 2013
A story initially broken by Kristin Haubrich of KKTV (Pueblo/Colorado Springs) on November 5, 2013, continues to develop and raises concerns about the police handling of a January incident involving Pueblo County Commisioner Liane “Buffie” McFayden and Pueblo County Democratic Chair Ron Greenwel... [Link] -
New tool used by DUI officers coming to Seattle??
December 3rd, 2013
A new tool used in detecting DUIs has been created and is making it’s way into different law enforcement agencies. As a practicing DUI lawyer I can see this tool making its way into Seattle sometime in the future, so it’s probably a good idea to keep tabs on it. What is the name of [... [Link] -
Pasadena DUI Sports News: Evan Rodriguez (of the Chicago Bears) Nearly Twice the Legal Limit (0.17%)
December 3rd, 2013
The story of Chicago Bears’ fullback Evan Rodriguez may be an important cautionary tale for Pasadena DUI defendants. On May 31, Illinois State Police stopped Rodriguez on the Kennedy Expressway (early in the morning) and tested him to have a BAC of 0.17%. For those of you keeping score, that’... [Link] -
Burbank DUI News: Blood Testing Debacle in Tennessee Threatens Nearly 2,000 Cases
December 2nd, 2013
Were your Burbank DUI blood test results foolproof? Perhaps… but then again, perhaps not. Odds are high that police followed proper procedure and avoided breaking laws or trampling your Constitutional rights. But you never know. Consider in this context a spectacular story out of Tennessee. [Link] -
Banning Inconvenient Scientific Facts in DUI Trials…cont’d
December 2nd, 2013
In my last post (California Supreme Court: Defendants Can't Challenge Reliability of Breathalyzer), I reported on a recent appellate decision which reflects the disturbing trend of courts and legislatures to prohibit evidence of scientific truths when they interfere with the conviction of citize... [Link] -
Alabama Ranks 3rd in Prisoners Serving Life Sentences for Non-Violent Crimes
December 2nd, 2013
The United States an international reputation for jailing offenders for non-violent crimes and misdemeanors. According to recent report from the ACLU, Alabama ranks 3rd for the highest number of prisoners serving life sentences for non-violent crimes. This should put residents on notice: not only do... [Link] -
Ski Towns Preparing for Influx of Marijuana-Drawn Tourism
December 2nd, 2013
Several Colorado mountain resort towns, including Aspen, Breckenridge, Crested Butte, Steamboat Springs and Telluride, are ready to add recreational marijuana outlets, reports the Denver Post. Amendment 64, which attempts to regulate marijuana in a manner similar to alcohol, passed last November wit... [Link] -
Alabama Drivers and Out-of-State DUI Charges
December 2nd, 2013
Alabama drivers may already know what to expect if they are arrested and charged with DUI. What if you have an Alabama license but get charged while driving in another state? Can you lose your license? Will you have to return for court? If you are an Alabama license holder and charged with DUI while... [Link] -
New Jersey Drunk Driving News: Burlington County School Bus Driver Pleads Guilty to DWI, Child Endangerment
December 1st, 2013
In what could be referred to as a case of "bussing while intoxicated," a Garden State school bus driver not long ago pleaded guilty to operating a school bus loaded with children while she was apparently under the influence of alcohol in November 2011. As many people can surely understand, the impac... [Link] -
As Costly as DWI Convictions are, the Professional Consequences Could be Just as Serious
November 30th, 2013
While some might say that a single DWI or drug DUI conviction could hardly influence the course of a person's entire life, it certainly isn't out of the ordinary to find that a one-time drunk driving arrest and conviction has, to some extent, impacted some aspect of an individual's personal or work... [Link] -
AMA Declares “War on Drugs” a “failure,” Still Opposes Marijuana
November 30th, 2013
On November 19, 2013, the American Medical Association’s House of Delegates voted to continue in its opposition to efforts to legalize marijuana, despite recognizing that the so-called “war on drugs” has been a national failure. A committee report to the delegates was even stronger in its cond... [Link] -
WSP DUI "I-5 Challenge" in full swing this weekend
November 29th, 2013
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Garden State Drunk Driving News: Two Separate DWI Accidents Results in Multiple Injuries
November 29th, 2013
Having defended hundreds of motorists accused of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, my colleagues and I believe that anyone who is charged with a traffic infraction, civil offense or criminal action deserves the right to fight those charges in a court of law. Here in the Garden State,... [Link] -
DWI Defense Strategies in New Jersey: Considering the Validity of a Drunk Driving Arrest
November 28th, 2013
Every week, hundreds of motorists -- both residents and non-residents -- are pulled over in the Garden State for any number of moving violations or motor vehicle infractions. These offenses can range from serious offenses down to what many people might describe as inconsequential or even petty infra... [Link] -
First-Time Offender DUI in Alabama: What to Expect
November 28th, 2013
No one ever prepares for a DUI. In most cases, first-offenders are caught after having a couple drinks, not realizing that they are actually over the limit. While multiple DUI offenders will face more serious consequences, first-time offenders should also know what to expect so that they can best pr... [Link] -
Standing up to coercive bonding guidelines
November 28th, 2013
The first post I wrote for this blog - way back in August 2008 - was a short piece on the need for PR (personal recognizance) bonds in Harris County. A PR bond is nothing more than a promise from a person accused of a crime that he or she will show up in court when ordered (much like your signature... [Link] -
Los Angeles DUI Attorney Blog Analyses Ambitious New NTSB Guidelines
November 28th, 2013
In a recent blog post, this Los Angeles DUI defense blog summarized some of the dramatic anti-DUI recommendations proposed on May 14th by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The Board, together with groups like Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), wants states like California to instit... [Link] -
Does Maryland Law Recognize Self-Defense?
November 27th, 2013
As a Former Assistant State's Attorney and Baltimore Maryland Criminal Attorney for almost 20 years, I have prosecuted and defended thousands of people charged with Second Degree Assault and/or First Degree Assault. For reasons that I cannot understand, there is a very common misperception in the g... [Link] -
California Supreme Court: Defendants Can’t Challenge Reliabability of Breathalyzers
November 27th, 2013
I don't even know what to say about this latest ruling from my state's Supreme Court — except the obvious: our constitutional rights, at least in drunk driving cases, are quickly disappearing. State Supreme Court Upholds Ruling in DUI Case San Diego, CA. Nov. 25 — The... [Link] -
MARY PREVOST'S DUI BLOG: HOW TO AVOID A DUI THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
November 27th, 2013
I write and re-write this article every season and every year. But time and time again I see friends and people I know who have read it coming to me because they got arrested in San Diego, Orange County, Imperial County, Riverside, San Bernardino or Los Angeles for a DUI. Okay, think about it... H... [Link] -
New trend in Seattle Municipal Court at DUI arraignments
November 27th, 2013
A new trend has been occurring in the Seattle Municipal Court at their DUI arraignment calendar. Several Judges have been imposing bail at $1000 on any first offense DUI if the breath test allegation is above a 0.10. These Judges have determined that since the statutory minimum bail amount on gr... [Link] -
New Jersey DWI Defense Update: More Sobriety Checkpoints Expected across the Garden State
November 27th, 2013
Any time a driver is pulled over by the police, the episode can certainly be an unsettling and even an intimidating experience to the individual behind the wheel. The mere presence of a patrolman at one's driver's side window can result in a person looking nervous and perhaps even acting out of char... [Link] -
Denver DUI Enforcement Heat Turned Up for Thanksgiving Weekend
November 27th, 2013
As part of “The Heat is On” campaign, instituted earlier this year by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), the Colorado State Patrol and law enforcement agencies throughout the state plan on increased DUI enforcement from yesterday (November 26), through Monday, December 2. Accordin... [Link] -
Tips to Help Prevent DUIs This Thanksgiving Weekend
November 27th, 2013
Whether you are hosting or driving to visit friends or family, you want to do all you can to prevent a DUI charges against yourself or a loved one. In Alabama and throughout the southern region, friends and families will be driving both short and long-distances to meet their loved ones for the holid... [Link] -
Alabama Criminal Defense: The Damage of False Accusations
November 26th, 2013
A criminal conviction can be devastating, carrying serious penalties, such as fines or jail time, and a lifetime with a criminal record. The consequences of a criminal allegation and conviction are even more devastating when they stem from false allegations. Even with a modern criminal justice syste... [Link] -
Proposed Legislation Adds Hardship for Registered Sex Offenders
November 26th, 2013
Sex offenders face some of the most serious penalties upon conviction. In addition to fines and jail time, sex offenders are forced to register in a national database which can impact their civil rights and significantly reduce opportunities. It has been argued that sex offenders face even more pena... [Link] -
Monmouth County Drunken Driving Police Blotter: DWI and Marijuana Possession Arrests
November 26th, 2013
As DWI and drug DUI defense attorneys, the legal team at my firm has made it their job to represent those Garden State drivers who have been charged with operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, doctor-prescribed meds, and even illegal substances (also known as controlled dang... [Link] -
DUI patrols to hit King County the remainder of the Holiday season
November 26th, 2013
The Seattle PI is reporting that there will be extra DUI emphasis patrols in King County the remainder of the Holiday season. Both the Washington State Patrol and local law enforcement agencies such as the Seattle Police Department will have extra Officers and Troopers on hand to conduct these emp... [Link] -
Continental Arms Handun Possession Case Demonstrates that in Criminal Cases, As In Medicine, An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure
November 25th, 2013
As an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorneyshttp://criminal.mdattorney.com/lawyer-attorney-1741744.html we often witness people make the big mistake of representing themselves in criminal court. The old adage is, "he who represents himself, has a fool for a client". Truer words have never been sp... [Link] -
New Jersey DWI News: Middlesex County Police Arrest Two Drivers for Alleged Intoxication
November 25th, 2013
Being drunk and acting drunk can be two different things. As New Jersey trial lawyers and specialists in defending motorists accused of driving while intoxicated, I and my staff of experienced attorneys understand the law and how it may apply to individuals who have been charged with DWI or drug DUI... [Link] -
Increased DUI Checkpoints in Alabama This Holiday Season
November 25th, 2013
Law enforcement agencies know that drinking and driving is up during the holiday season. This means more surveillance, checkpoints, and aggressive tactics when seeking out drunk drivers. While the aggressive policing may be one way to reduce the number of drunk drivers on the road, it also creates t... [Link] -
When Should You Accept a Plea Deal for Your Pasadena DUI Charge?
November 25th, 2013
At what point should you plead guilty to your Pasadena DUI charges? How do you know whether to fight all the way to trial or whether to cut your losses and accept a reduced set of punishments? Believe it or not, the answers to these questions are not clear cut. Plea bargaining a Pasadena DUI ca... [Link] -
More Crime Lab Breath Testing Errors Discovered in Orange County
November 25th, 2013
I posted a few days ago about recently-discovered flaws in the Orange County (California) Crime Lab's breath calibration procedures. This resulted in hundreds of citizens who were convicted on the basis of inaccurate breath test results — falsely high results. See 900 Convicted... [Link] -
DWI, Vehicular Assualt Charges for Rutherford Motorist Compounded after Accident Victim Dies at Hospital
November 24th, 2013
We've said it before, but it bears repeating once again. Drinking and driving is not just a risky behavior in terms of losing one's license or paying thousands of dollars in fines; driving in an impaired state can potentially risk the driver's life and the lives of those around him. As New Jersey DW... [Link]
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