Personal Injury Crash Accident ends up in a DUI / DWI Arrest

Thursday, November 12th, 2009

The Morrisville State Police ran investigation of a single vehicle personal injury accident on the corner of the Erieville Rd at Hardscrabble Rd the Town of Nelson.

The police Investigation has showed that an 1998 Toyota Camry vehicle was going northbound on corner of the Erieville Rd when the vehicle driver lost the control and attempted to exit the east shoulder while striking the main guiderail. The vehicle driver then exited the west shoulder and went striking the ditch. The driver and the passenger were offered assistance.

The vehicle operator was Jonathan V. who was of age 19 and was subsequently arrested for DUI / DWI. He was processed at the SP Morrisville, where they took a breathalyzer sample of .16 BAC%. Later he was charged with DUI / DWI, also driving with BAC greater than .08% and also unsafe speeding. Passenger in the vehicle who was with him at the time Eric J. age of 21 has suffered multiple facial lacerations in the mentioned accident. The passenger was being treated at the scene by the ambulance and then later on he was transported to Community Memorial Hospital where he was undergoing some further treatment.

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Top DWI Fatalities among Large Counties

Wednesday, June 10th, 2009

Among the most populous counties in the nation, the highest rate of DWI-related traffic deaths belongs to Harris County. In fact, this claim was backed up by a series of horrible crashes in recent days.

Experts agree that limited public transportation and an urban sprawl that would lead their 3.9 million residents to drive many miles are partly to blame for their high DWI fatality. Meanwhile, the county jail is constantly filled with DWI suspects due to more officers and stepped-up reinforcement patrolling roadways at peak times. Added to this mix is the public’s stubborn reluctance to get cabs or rely on designated drivers when they get drunk.

“Our biggest problem is dealing with driving after we start drinking – we just don’t make plans before we drink,” said Paul Lassalle, an officer of DWI task force Police Department in Houston.

Each year, the cases of driving while intoxicated number to about 10,000. Due to this, district attorney Pat Lykos has called the DWI problem of the county as “pandemic plague.” He hopes to lower the rates by offering a pretrial probation term to first-time offenders, in hopes that it will avoid conviction and get them into treatment.

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“I want a Lawyer”

Saturday, May 23rd, 2009

DUI wasn’t a big thing twenty or thirty years in the past. As long as you didn’t cause an accident or no one was hurt, you will just be given some points on your license, small fine, probably a mandatory DUI Class, and one night to sober up in jail.

Today, however, things are different. First time offense can give you significant jail time, hefty fines in most courts, costly and extensive classes to attend, and probably some community service requirements. Some insurance companies even routinely cancel the car insurance if a person has a DWI or DUI conviction.

So what can you do to prevent all this? First of all, don’t try to explain anything to the police officer arresting you. Remember that “anything you say may be used against you…”

As soon as you are arrested, cooperate fully with the police officer and say these words “I want a lawyer.” These should be the first words as well as the last that goes out of your mouth. Then repeat these words often. It would help you avoid more problems and even stop the police officer from questioning you further.

A lawyer can minimize your sentence or even throw your case out of court. Of course, there are no guarantees, but without contacting a lawyer, it may be difficult or impossible to acquire leniency before the judge.

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First Steps in fighting Texas DWI

Saturday, May 9th, 2009

There’s a difference between DUI (Driving under the Influence) and DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) in Texas. DUIs are reserved for minors (under 21 years old) who are caught driving under alcohol’s influence while DWIs pertain to anybody who drives with an increased blood alcohol level above legal limit. Here are some critical steps to take if you’ve been arrested in Texas:

· Know your time limit – you will only have 15 days to contest your license suspension. This window of time is very important in fighting your DWI arrest.

· Consult with a Texas DWI attorney – you need to ensure that someone with experience is on your side during proceedings since Texas DWI is very tough. Not every attorney is well-equipped to handle these laws. Therefore, look for an attorney with experience in Texas DWI laws to get the best help.

· Obey the law after your DWI arrest – this means that you should not drive if your license has been revoked. If you’re caught driving and you don’t have a license, you would be in more trouble with the law.

· Avoid mentioning the incident to your employer immediately – if you speak to your employer now, it could have detrimental effects on your job. Some employers would suspend or even terminate you if you have been charged with DWI. So first, consult the policies of your company and consult with your attorney before you disclose this sensitive information.

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Prevent DWI Record in Minnesota

Tuesday, April 28th, 2009

In Minnesota, a DWI (Driving While Intoxicated - same offense as DUI) charge will remain indefinitely on your record. This may prohibit you from traveling to Canada or other countries. It may also mean vehicle treatment costs or forfeitures, plate impoundments, license revocations, alcohol assessments, fines, or skyrocketing insurance rates (sometimes more than $350 per month).

Therefore, a DWI record has the potential to change your life forever if you don’t make the right decisions now. Fortunately, your DWI case may have a chance to be reduced or dismissed if you’ll hire a Minnesota lawyer. Since DWI is a specialized area of practice, your lawyer can think of unique strategies to defend you.

In fact, there are many DWI defense challenges such as:

· What is the probable cause for the police officer to suspect drunk driving or criminal activity in your vehicle and prompted him or her to make an arrest?

· Did the officer follow the necessary arrest procedures based on the law?

· Were your constitutional rights violated?

· Was the test to measure BAC (blood alcohol level) properly administered?

· Was the machine used for the test properly maintained?

· Were you read a DWI Implied Consent Advisory?

True, fighting DWI can be complicated. But if you can find a lawyer who will help you, then you’ll have a better chance of winning the case. The best counsel can be found in numerous lawyer directories online.

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New York DUI Arrest is Unique

Friday, April 24th, 2009

If you’re arrested for DUI in New York, it can trigger two separate cases. First is DWI (Driving While Intoxicated), which is a criminal case in court. The second is DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) case, where your driving privileges may be suspended by New York DMV if you’re accused.

Moreover, DWI cases in New York can fall under two theories. Your violation can either be just breaking the law “per se” based on alcohol level, but without driving impairment. The other one is breaking the traditional common law where you lack the necessary mental and physical skills to operate a vehicle as a prudent and reasonable driver.

Bear in mind that if there’s a traffic accident, you refuse to take the chemical test, you attempt to evade the police, or your BAC level is more than .15, then your DWI (also known as DUI) case might have harsher penalties or punishment.

Drinking and driving laws in New York are unique. One of them is giving motorists the right to consult with their lawyers before deciding to take the chemical test. Lawyers in New York are already aware that late-night calls are a part of their job description. Therefore, when in New York, make sure you consult first with a qualified lawyer upon DUI arrest.

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Legal Terms and Consequences of Drunk Driving

Tuesday, April 21st, 2009

Most states use DUI (Driving under Influence) as a term for being legally impaired or intoxicated while driving a motor vehicle. These states include Pennsylvania, Florida, and California. Threshold for legal intoxication is usually determined in the urine, blood, or breath test when the person registers 0.08% BAC (blood alcohol content). But officers may arrest motorists even when their BAC is lower than 0.08%, especially if they’re minors.

In eight other states including Texas and New York, this is referred as Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) while in Ohio it’s called Operating Motor Vehicle while Intoxicated (OVI/OMVI). Mostly, these acronyms are equivalent and the charges would all refer to drunk driving.

Every year, DUI laws and penalties are getting stronger in each state. You could be fined with substantial fees, lose your driver’s license, or even be placed in jail. Not only will your insurance rate rise, you could also have a record of criminal conviction which could impact your employment opportunities in the future.

So if you’ve been charged with DUI, remember that it could be a serious offense. However, when you seek legal help from DUI attorneys, good defense will really make a difference in the result of the case. Therefore, it’s important to find attorneys fast within your area.

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Charles Barkley DUI charges backfire with TNT

Friday, January 9th, 2009

David Levy the president of the TNT Sports division has indicated today that Charles Barkley will not be on TNT Sports for at least a few weeks at bare minimum and with no final return date being set in place. These events transpired shortly after Charles Barkley was arrested on DUI ( drinking and driving ) in Arizona, he had almost twice the legal limit of alcohol allowed in the state of Arizona when he was pulled over.

The new statement released from the David Levy about Charles Barkley says the following. “When I spoke with Charles, he was apologetic for the events that transpired and it was obvious he understands the significance of the situation. This is an important time for Charles as he deals with the legal and personal issues that confront him. Charles is a valued part of the Turner Sports organization and we are concerned for his well-being”.

To add another twist to the story, in the original police report Charles Barkley indicated to the police officer that the reason he crossed the stop sign is because he was in a hurry to pick up a women he saw. He then told the police officer that this women was giving him sexual favour before and that it was very good, so that is why he picked her up again. However there was no explanation as to why he was driving while being under heavy influence of alcohol.

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Sam Shepard Caught In The DUI In The State Of Illinois

Monday, January 5th, 2009

Famous 65 year old actor Sam Shepard got caught up in the DUI ( drinking and driving under influence ) incident in Illinois. Shepard was given some testing by the police officer who used the breathalyzer device and they found he had twice the legal limit of alcohol in his blood at the time he was pulled over. At the time he was pulled over police also discovered that he was driving approximately at 46 miles per hour in a zone where only 30 miles per hour was allowed. Shepard told the police on the scene of the drinking and driving incident that he was at a local bar and that he was on his way to a hotel as he was traveling from Minnesota to his home base in Kentucky.

Sam Shepard is best known for his performance in the drama called “Buried Child”, also he was an Oscar nominee in the 1983 for the movie called “The Right Stuff”. This is another case of celebrity based DUI or drinking under influence of alcohol.  Shepard was lucky enough that no accidents happened and that he was pulled over in time before something more dangerous happened to him while being intoxicated and under influence of alcohol.

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