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Arrested for DUI: Now What Happens?

With over one and a half million people arrested for DUI every year, it is by no means an uncommon charge. The first reaction most people have (after getting out of jail) is complete nervousness...

Defending a DUI Charge

When a person is arrested for driving under the influence and charged with the offense, a prosecutor will base his or her case...

DUI Laws

Look up the DUI and DWI Laws in all 50 states and the penalties you can face depending on your DUI offense...

Recent DUI Articles

Legal Articles

DWI/DUI Even While Not Driving in Minnesota

Contributed by: Carolyn Agin Schmidt

Yes, it is possible to receive a DWI/DUI even if ...

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Your DUI Trial Rights

Contributed by: Christopher Small

Nobody wants to be charged with a crime. But every...

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Should You Refuse to Take a Blood, Urine, or Breath Test?

Contributed by: Carolyn Agin Schmidt

As a criminal defense attorney in Minnesota, I am ...

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DUI In Florida. An Overview

Contributed by: Jonathan Blecher

We should all be mindful of Florida’s conservative...

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I've Been Charged with a DUI. Do I Need a DUI Lawyer?

A DUI or DWI charge is serious matter, and anyone charged with drunk driving should seriously consider talking to a DUI lawyer. While a good DUI lawyer will cost $1,500 or more, not having proper criminal defense during your court appearance(s) can lead to life altering DUI penalties, insurance problems, suspension of drivers license, jail time, community service, DUI school and more.

A qualified DUI lawyer will be able to take the details of your case and determine the best legal defense, in order to minimize the costs and consequences of your DUI charge. While no DUI attorney can promise your DUI charge will go away, it is possible in many cases to successfully get a DUI charge dismissed.


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Recent DUI Articles

DWI/DUI Even While Not Driving in Minnesota

Yes, it is possible to receive a DWI/DUI even if you are not driving! Minnesota law states that it is unlawful for "any person to drive, operate, or be in physical control of a motor...

DUI In Florida. An Overview

We should all be mindful of Florida’s conservative DUI (Driving Under the Influence) laws. It goes without saying that we should all drink responsibly. But, did you know that...

Military DUI

Criminal charges in the military, such as military dui, are significantly different from those occurring in criminal civilian charges.  Military personnel are not subject to civilian charges or a civilian trial, but rather, trial and hearings with a military court...

Smelling like Alcohol and DUI Suspicion

When pulled over by law enforcement, a number of dui signs are looked for by officers in order to conduct a further field dui investigation.  Smelling like alcohol is one major indicator of a potential driver under the influence...

Out of State DUI Charge

An out of state dui charge is more common than most individuals realize.  In fact, most dui state laws specifically address how to handle dui cases from non-residents.  Under the...

DUI MIP Charge

The courts, as well as the DMV, treat minors under the influence of alcohol much differently than their of age counterparts.  For starters, it is illegal for persons under the age of 21...

DUI Charge and Magistrate Court

In the United States, issues not specifically outlined in the Constitution as federal matters are relegated to the decision of each individual state.  Therefore, each state possesses their own unique laws, not to mention...

DUID (driving under the influence of drugs)

An explanation of what a DUID charge is, common drugs and offenses that get charged with DUIs, states that use DUID if possible, legal consequences, and more

Your DUI Trial Rights

Nobody wants to be charged with a crime. But everyday people find themselves under the thumb of the government, trying to wriggle out...

DUI Booking and Bail

Once a person has been arrested for a DUI or any crime, the person is then booked. This is the process that includes:
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