Criminal Defense & DUI
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What happens if I got a DUI with a child in the car in Wisconsin?
If you are charged with DUI in Wisconsin and a child was in the car, the situation may be treated more seriously than an ordinary first-time OWI case. In general, the presence of a child can increase the risk of addition...
Is it legal for an officer to arrest me for DUI based only on field sobriety tests?
In Indiana, an officer may sometimes make a DUI-related arrest based largely on field sobriety test results, but the legality of the arrest usually depends on the totality of the circumstances, not just the tests alone....
Can I face criminal charges for secretly recording a conversation to protect myself?
In Massachusetts, secretly recording a conversation can create criminal risk depending on the facts, especially if the recording is done without the required consent or in a setting where a person has a reasonable expect...
Is it legal for police to draw my blood without a warrant after a DUI arrest?
In Arizona, the legality of a warrantless blood draw after a DUI arrest usually depends on the facts, including how the blood was taken, whether you consented, and whether a recognized exception to the warrant requiremen...
My Ex Used My Credit Card After We Split — Is It Theft or a Civil Dispute?
In North Carolina, an ex using your credit card after a breakup can sometimes raise both criminal and civil issues, but it does not automatically mean theft. The answer usually depends on whether your ex was authorized t...
I Requested Defensive Driving but Got a Failure-to-Appear Letter — What Should I Do?
If you requested defensive driving in Texas and then received a failure-to-appear letter, that usually means the court or agency believes something in the process was not completed, not received, or not accepted. In gene...
Do I have to take alcohol classes after a DUI conviction in Alabama?
In Alabama, you may have to complete alcohol education or treatment after a DUI conviction, but it is not automatic in every case. Whether a court orders classes often depends on the facts of the case, the offense level,...
What happens if I missed court for a misdemeanor charge in Alabama?
If you missed court for a misdemeanor charge in Alabama, the court may treat it as a serious problem. In many situations, failing to appear can lead to a warrant for your arrest, forfeiture of bond, and the case moving f...
What are my rights if my DUI blood sample was tested months after the arrest?
If your DUI blood sample was tested months after your arrest in North Dakota, you may have questions about whether the delay affected the reliability of the test or your ability to challenge the evidence. In general, a l...
Is it legal for police to question a minor without a parent present after reading Miranda rights?
In general, police may be able to question a minor without a parent present, even after giving Miranda warnings, depending on the circumstances and Indiana law. The fact that a parent is not in the room does not automati...
Do I have to tell my car insurance company about a DUI?
In general, a DUI can affect your car insurance, but whether you must proactively tell your insurer depends on your policy, the insurer’s reporting requirements, and the facts of the incident. In Mississippi, many driver...
What happens if I got a DUI while driving a rental car in Michigan?
If you are charged with DUI while driving a rental car in Michigan, the case is usually treated much like any other DUI case, but there can be extra issues involving the rental company, the rental contract, and insurance...
Can a broken apartment door lead to a felony under Minn. Stat. 609.595?
In Minnesota, a broken apartment door can sometimes be part of a felony property-damage charge, but not every broken door leads to a felony. Under Minn. Stat. 609.595, the legal issue usually turns on whether the damage...
Can police question me without reading Miranda rights if I am only sitting in the patrol car?
In general, police do not have to read Miranda rights just because they ask you questions. Miranda warnings are usually required only when a person is both in custody and being interrogated. That means the key issue is n...
How do I get a DUI expunged from my record in Nebraska?
In Nebraska, whether a DUI can be removed from your record depends on what type of record you mean and what happened in the case. People often use the word “expunge” to describe clearing a criminal record, but the law ma...