A number of interesting developments are likely to occur in the realm of DUI law. In Minnesota, for example, the Supreme Court found that the due process rights of many charged with DUI were violated and will seek to remedy the wrongs. This is perhaps indicative of a trend that police and prosecutors need to be more careful when charging individuals with and gathering evidence...

A rather fantastic case in Oregon came to a fitting conclusion recently. A gentleman had been drunk while operating his motorized wheelchair. Apparently he struck a truck while crossing a street in the crosswalk. The arresting officer decided that the man’s wheelchair was a “vehicle” and he was arrested, charged and ultimately convicted of DUI. However, the appeals court determined that anyone in a wheelchair, motorized...

A recent FBI report has shed some light on what crimes are the most common in the United States. Leading the list are property crimes such as burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft and arson are among those that fall into this category. Please note that robbery is also a violent crime as it involves physical threats and harm. Second on the list are drug...

So the holidays are here and they seem like a never ending party. Good times are usually abundant for all and many people include alcohol in their festivities. Law enforcement is acutely aware of the many people celebrating and they are paying as much attention as ever to those who are traveling the roads. Remember, if there is any chance you may have had one...

Let's say you made a mistake and had a DUI charge brought against you. Let's also say it happened in a state where you were given a continuance and then after a period of time the charge was dismissed. Now let's say you are applying for a job with a new employer and you are wondering if they are going to find out about your...