Taimoor Rana is seasoned criminal defense attorney specializing in DUI related cases. He shares his expert legal opinion here Facts To Remember About Drunk Driving »
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- Drunk driving is a common occurrence, but it is also one that could leave you in bad legal problems, if you are not careful about a few points. If you’re caught in a drunk driving case, don’t forget these important points.
Remember that drunk driving is criminal offense
Most people tend to ignore the fact that drunk driving is a criminal offense but many think that being arrested under this is not really any different than a traffic citation. However, this isn’t true. Offenses that are civil infractions carry no significant penalty other than just a mere suspension of the license of a nominal fine. Whereas, a conviction for a drunk driving offense will result in a criminal record being lodged against you and you can potentially receive significant fines and a jail sentence or term of probation.
Remember that you have constitutional rights
The first and foremost fundamental right which you need to remember is to stay silent while the police questions you. Click here to read more »
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DUI Charges Under Blood Alcohol Content »
I will not launch into an explanation of alcohol content in your blood, as that’s pretty obvious when you drink alcohol, however, I would want to enlighten you on the dangers and problems that could be caused through high levels of blood alcohol content.
First of all, understand that drinking and driving is an invitation to imprisonment or even a hefty fine. Blood alcohol levels range from 0.2% up to 0.8% and getting yourself anywhere between these would define you as illegible to be driving and a probable occurrence of an accident. Most DUI state laws are very strict regarding the matter and if you happen to be driving around at a blood alcohol content of 0.8%, your in for big trouble.
How Do They Measure Blood Alcohol Content?
Now, if you’re new to these laws, don’t think that you can avoid having the test done right there and then after being stopped by a police car.
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Drunk Driving Laws In United States »
DUI/DWI has gone from being a minor charge to serious charge or even a felony; similarly the drunk driving laws have even become stricter overtime. This is because DUI/DWI may lead to murder or even manslaughter. DUI/DWI laws vary from state to state, It is very essential that you know about your state’s DWI laws so that you are well versed of the legal consequences and possible outcome if you are arrested on the basis of driving under the influence. The consequence the DUI offender faces depends on whether the person was a first time or habitual offender.
When a person is arrested for a DUI/DWI offense that person basically faces to separate charges, the first one is a criminal charge which will be handled by the court system and the second is the administrative action taken by the department of motor vehicles (DMV) against your driving privileges. Click here to read more »
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The Science of Intoxication »
We all know the consumption of alcohol and drugs have an adverse effect on our bodies. We have heard about the reaction of drugs and alcohol on the human body whilst driving, these articles appear in magazines, on TV and even on the radio. Everybody’s reaction and reaction time to these elements are different. Here is some information on how a person will react to alcohol and drugs consumption whilst driving.
When it comes to alcohol consumption, the effects it has on the body varies from people to people, everyone has their own tolerance level for alcohol. Usually the effects depend on the age, weight and diet of the individual. For the average person a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .01% – .03% is considered to be normal, resulting in normal behavior of the individual and probably slow reflexes on his part, just like not having slept after a long day. Click here to read more »
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DUI First Offense Information »
There is a lot of information regarding DUI first offense that a person should be aware of in order to prove himself innocent or have a successful result in his case if ever arrested for the first time.
Firstly, one should be aware that there is a very limited time period for the first time offender to request an administrative driver’s license hearing. This request is made with the Department of motor vehicles. Different states in the US have different time period in which you can request a hearing following the arrest. In most states the time frame varies from seven to ten days from the date of the arrest. If you fail to make an administrative hearing with your state’s stipulated time frame, it will result in an automatic suspension of your driver’s license; after your state’s stipulated time period expires you are not eligible to request an administrative hearing. Click here to read more »
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Vermont DUI Penalties »
Law calls for suspected DUI drivers to go under breath, blood, or urine test for blood alcohol concentration are known as “implied consent laws”. Rebuttal carries penalties which include mandatory suspension of a driving license for up to a year.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)
Any driver in Vermont with blood alcohol level of 0.08 percent or above will be considered “per se intoxicated” under the law. According to this law only this evidence is enough for driver to be convicted for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). Click here to read more »
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Utah DUI Penalties »
Laws requiring suspected DUI drivers to submit to breath, blood, or urine testing for alcohol content are known as “implied consent laws”. Denying to it can result penalties that include compulsory suspension of a driving license for up to a year.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)
Any driver with blood alcohol concentration (BAC) 0.08 percent in Utah will be considered “per se intoxicated” under the law. According to this law only this evidence is enough for a driver to be convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). Click here to read more »
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Texas DUI/DWI Penalties »
There are two definitions for intoxication in the Texas Legislature. The first definition is that if a driver is intoxicated and had a below normal use of physical or mental faculties because of alcohol, drug, or controlled substance use. If any driver is having blood alcohol concentration (BAC) 0.08 percent or above, the driver will be considered intoxicated according to second definition.
For first DWI/DUI offense driver will face fines up to $2,000, imprisonment from 72 hours to 180 days, and suspension of driving license for 90 days to 1 year. They must also have to take part in alcohol assessment/rehabilitation program. Click here to read more »
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South Dakota DUI Penalties »
Laws requiring suspected DUI drivers to go under the breath, blood or urine testing for blood alcohol content is known as “implied consent laws”. If you refuse for it then you can have penalties like mandatory suspension of a driving license for an year.
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC)
If any driver have the blood alcohol concentration (BAC) above than 0.08 percent then he/she will be considered “per se intoxicated” under the law in South Dakota. According to this law only this evidence is enough for a driver to be convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). Click here to read more »
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Will a Soldier’s Civilian Driving License be Restricted for DUI? »
Every State has a DUI law.If any person driving with blood alcohol concentration (BAC) 0.08 percent and refuse to a breath test; his/her driving license will be suspended. According to DUI laws, DUI is a crime, whether committed on public or private property. So there are chances if a soldier is suspected for DUI then it is possible that military authorities submit the proper information to the DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles). So that they can take a revocation action but this does not happen always.
In other way, a soldier’s DUI offense can be prosecuted in Federal court or State court. Click here to read more »
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