dui defense

Philadelphia DUI? Steps You Should Take Before Going to Trial

September 2, 2013

Philadelphia DUI? Steps You Should Take Before Going to Trial   Being arrested can be a particularly harrowing experience for first-time defendants. Without a careful and considered approach to managing one’s legal affairs, innocent parties can be baited into making incriminating statements and the less innocent parties may have their rights violated. Anyone arrested for […]

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Things To Keep In Mind Before Selecting A Criminal Defense Lawyer

June 13, 2013

Things To Keep In Mind Before Selecting A Criminal Defense Lawyer Even though charges brought up against you seem like the most challenging part of a criminal case, finding the right lawyer proves otherwise. Not only are you looking for a lawyer that is affordable, but you want one that is experienced and reputable as […]

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Grandmother Convicted of Seventh DUI

June 7, 2013

Jeannie Jenkins, 53, was convicted of her seventh DUI after drinking alcohol prior to driving to pick up her 1-year-old grandchild from a day care center.  A Rolling Meadows jury deliberated for about two hours before finding Jenkins guilty following a three day trial before Judge Kay Hanlon. Jenkins was arrested in April of last […]

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Illegal Passing Leads to DUI Arrest in Connecticut

May 2, 2013

On Sunday evening, police officers pulled over a Shelton man and arrested him for drunken driving around 5:30 p.m.  Police saw the 2002 Acura MDX of Joseph Reis passing a vehicle on the left as another driver waited at a stop sign.  The incident took place at the intersection of Elm and Church streets in […]

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DUI “SCARLET LETTER”

March 7, 2013

The State of Texas has taken on a new type of punishment for some DUI offenders.  This type of punishment is called “shock probation”.  An example of this punishment can be observed in the case involving Michael Glacona. Glacona pled guilty to driving under the influence after he was involved in an automobile accident resulting […]

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The High Cost Of Getting A DUI

January 2, 2013

Anyone who is convicted of a DUI is going to deal with a lot of fines and penalties, and the cost can often be overwhelming. For example, the basic fine in Pennsylvania for a first time DUI is only $300, but this does not factor in the cost of legal representation and time lost from […]

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Possible Defenses to a DUI Charge

September 26, 2012

(US criminal law) Driving under the influence is a serious crime. There are few defenses to a charge of driving under the influence, and anyone accused of driving under the influence should contact a local attorney to discuss his or her options. Most allegations of driving under the influence include officer testimony regarding specific behaviors […]

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