Criminal Defense & DUI
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Do I have to answer questions from detectives if they say I am not under arrest?
In general, no. In South Carolina, as in the rest of the United States, being told that you are not under arrest usually means the police have not formally taken you into custody. That does not automatically create a dut...
What happens if I caused a minor accident and then got arrested for DUI in Connecticut?
If you caused a minor accident and were then arrested for DUI in Connecticut, you may be facing more than one type of problem at the same time. In general, there can be a criminal DUI case, possible motor vehicle consequ...
How do I get my license back after a DUI suspension in Georgia?
In Georgia, getting your license back after a DUI suspension usually involves satisfying the terms of the suspension, paying required reinstatement fees, and completing any alcohol or drug education or treatment requirem...
What are my rights if I was hit while backing out of a parking space at the same time as another driver?
If you were hit while backing out of a parking space at the same time as another driver, your rights in Maryland usually depend on who had the better right of way, how the vehicles moved, and whether either driver was be...
What Should I Do if I Identified the Neighbor Who Stole My Package?
If you identified a neighbor who may have stolen your package, the safest first step is usually to avoid confronting the person directly. A heated confrontation can escalate the situation, create safety concerns, or make...
Can I Be Charged for Leaving the Scene After Agreeing With the Other Driver?
In Kentucky, you may still face a charge for leaving the scene of an accident even if you and the other driver verbally agreed at the time. A private agreement between drivers does not always control whether the law cons...
Is it legal for a DUI checkpoint to stop every car on the road?
In general, a DUI checkpoint may lawfully stop every car passing through the checkpoint if the stops are carried out under a neutral, predetermined plan. In Nevada, as in many states, the legality of a checkpoint usually...
Do I have to stop recording if someone says they do not agree to be recorded?
In California, the answer may depend on what kind of recording you are making, where you are making it, and whether the law requires consent from the people being recorded. In general, if a recording law applies, a perso...
What are my rights if I was arrested for DUI after using legal cannabis?
If you were arrested for DUI after using legal cannabis in Kansas, you still have important rights. In general, an arrest does not mean you are automatically guilty. Police and prosecutors usually still must prove that y...
Can my statement be used in court if I was never told I could remain silent?
In general, a statement can sometimes be used in court even if you were never told that you could remain silent. The answer often depends on who asked the questions, where the statement was made, and whether the setting...
Can I face criminal charges for secretly recording a conversation to protect myself?
Yes, in California, secretly recording a conversation can sometimes lead to criminal exposure, even if a person says they were trying to protect themselves. The basic issue is that California is generally considered a tw...
Do I have to pay child support while my child is living in juvenile detention?
In general, child support does not automatically stop just because a child is in juvenile detention. In South Carolina, the child support order usually remains in place until a court changes it, suspends it, or otherwise...
Do I have to tell my employer about a first-time DUI arrest in New York?
In New York, a first-time DUI arrest does not automatically mean you must tell your employer. In many jobs, there is no general law requiring you to disclose an arrest right away just because it happened. Whether disclos...
What are my rights if police searched my car after a DUI stop in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, your rights after a car search during a DUI stop usually depend on why the stop happened, how the search started, and whether the officer had a lawful basis to search. In general, police may stop a vehicle...
Do I have to include my new spouse’s income in child support calculations?
In general, a new spouse’s income is not automatically included in child support calculations in Oregon. Child support is usually based on the parents’ incomes, not the income of a stepparent or new spouse. That said, fa...