Taimoor Rana is seasoned criminal defense attorney specializing in DUI related cases. He shares his expert legal opinion here Effects of Drunk Driving »
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- Drunk driving effects can be serious and long lasting for those people who are involved in that. Majority of people who drink and drive never think that the results of drunk driving can be horrible. They realize it on moment when the damage is done or its too late. Most frequent committed crime in America is drunk driving, killing someone every thirty minutes and injuring someone every two minutes.
Drunk driving is having vast effects. As figures show that three of every Americans will be involved in a drunk driving accident at some point in their lives. Effects of drunk driving pose a significant threat to public safety. The effects of drunk driving had forced states to crack down on drunk driving offenders, making harsh legal effects on those who found guilty for a DUI or DWI.
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Common DUI Penalties »
Punishments for driving under DUI differ from country to country. These punishments might be in the form of penalty, or staying in jail for a specified number of days. The days that the criminal is required to spend in the jails depends on the seriousness of the accident.
Moreover, punishment can also be in the form of certain amount of fine or cancellation of the license. These penalties become further severe if an underage driver is involved in this incident.
Other penalties consist of probation and alcohol programs like a living in a rehabilitation center for few days, outpatient rehab, or even Alcoholics or Narcotics Center.
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DUI and the Disappearing Right to a Jury Trial »
Ok, so it has been said by the cop that I looked bad on the field sobriety tests, but I know myself that I’m not guilty: I only had two drinks and I have got the witnesses. It doesn’t matter what the arresting police officer is saying, I can tell my side of the story to my fellow citizens and then let them decide. Right?
Well that is not necessary. This right to jury trial, had been handed down centuries ago from England’s Magna Carta, it was considered so fundamental to the framers of our Constitution that it had been included by them in the Bill of Rights? This is what we call Sixth Amendment. So it makes no exceptions to this sacred right to trial by a jury of peers.
So why is this happening that some states today are denying jury trial to a person who is accused of drunk driving? Why is that, for instance, an American citizen who has been arrested in New Jersey is forced to accept the decision of a politically-appointed judge? After all, on that subject the Sixth Amendment is pretty clear:
“In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury of the State and district wherein the crime shall have been committed…”
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What Happens If You Get Arrested Under DUI »
Have you ever thought what can happen if you get arrested under DUI/DWI charges? DUI is not a joke. It is a very serious and frustrating experience. In my practice as a DUI Lawyer, I have seen many gone through pain and agony of a DUI Charge. Driving under the influence or Driving while intoxicated is a severe crime in each and every state with no exceptions. I have created this list of things that can happen if you get arrested and charged for a DUI /DWI related crime.
Jail Time
On first offense of dui you may be fine up to a $2,000 or 72 hours to 180 days in jail.
Job loss
You may lose your job as a consequences to a major DUI charge especially if your job involves driving / travelling.
Loss of driver’s license
You may lose driver’s license or It can be suspended for anywhere between 90 days to one year.
Insurance coverage complications
You may got problems in getting your insurance coverage. if you find a company which is ready to insure you, you will find the premium very penalizing.
Impounding of vehicle
Some state laws require the DUI arrestee’s vehicle to be impounded. In limited cases, the vehicle may even be forfeited to the state, which is usually sold at a public auto auction with proceeds going to the state. Impoundment is said to be among the most effective punishments to encourage the DUI defendant from committing similar transgressions.
Ignition interlock device
A breath alcohol ignition interlock device (BIID or IID) is a mechanism similar to a breathalyzer which is installed in a vehicle’s dashboard. Before the vehicle can be started, the driver must breathe into the device. If the analyzed result is higher than a programed blood alcohol concentration, commonly .02% or .04%, the vehicle will not start.
Probation
The law is somewhat lenient to first time offenders. Technically, it call for a jail sentence, but first time DUI offenders usually have this sentence suspended and the driver is put on probation. In simple terms, this means that the offender is subject to community supervision. Probation usually lasts one to two years. The offender must obey the judge’s order or the suspension can be revoked. The offender can then face a prison term.
Community service
One option that may be available in the sentencing of a DUI offender is community service. Often, a lawyer can work with the judge to lesson a sentence by agreeing to community service. This is a great way to shorten time in jail and lesson fines.
Alcoholic education,treatment etc.
In most states, a drunk driving conviction (whether DUI, DWI, or a reduced charge, such as a “wet reckless”) will result in the requirement that the offender take an alcohol education program. In many states, even if the court does not require the alcohol education program, the Department of Motor Vehicles will, in order to regain driving privileges.
Restricted interstate or international travel
Best way to avoid these punishments is not to drink and drive. There is also a human side to it
So Be Safe and Keep Safe… Order a Taxi when you have a drink too many. or be ready to pay a great price.. to your lawyer or law or both.
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