Criminal Defense & DUI
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Do I have to go to court for a misdemeanor DUI?
In general, a misdemeanor DUI in Oregon usually does involve the court system, but whether you personally have to appear in court can depend on the charge, the stage of the case, and the court’s rules. Many DUI cases sta...
What happens if I was charged with DUI but my blood test came back under the legal limit in Colorado?
In Colorado, a blood test result under the legal limit does not automatically mean a DUI case goes away. Prosecutors may still try to prove that alcohol, drugs, or a combination of substances impaired your driving, even...
Can I get a DUI for sleeping in my car after drinking in Virginia?
Yes, in Virginia, it is possible to be charged with DUI even if you were only sleeping in your car after drinking. The key issue is usually not whether the car was moving at the moment police found you. Instead, prosecut...
What are my rights if I was arrested for DUI after taking prescribed anxiety medication?
If you were arrested for DUI after taking prescribed anxiety medication in Washington, you generally have the same basic criminal procedure rights as any other person accused of a crime. That usually includes the right t...
Do I have to install an ignition interlock device after a first DUI in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, a first DUI does not automatically mean you will have to install an ignition interlock device in every situation. Whether an interlock is required often depends on the facts of the DUI, the offense level...
Can I fight a DUI if the breathalyzer showed 0.08 exactly?
In Ohio, a breath test showing 0.08 exactly can still be challenged. A breath result at or near the legal limit does not automatically end the inquiry, and the state still generally has to prove the DUI charge under the...
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...
Is it legal for police to stop me just because I left a bar parking lot late at night?
In Florida, police usually cannot stop a driver just because the person left a bar parking lot late at night. In general, a traffic stop or detention needs some lawful reason, such as a traffic violation, a visible equip...
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...
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...
Can I record audio on my home security cameras if contractors are working inside my house?
In Massachusetts, recording audio on a home security camera may raise legal issues because audio recording can be treated differently from video recording. In general, people are often more comfortable that video of acti...
Do I have to get consent from every participant on a three-way call?
In Florida, the answer is usually yes if the call is being recorded or otherwise intercepted. Florida is generally treated as a two-party consent state for private communications, which means all participants whose conve...
How do I handle a private investigator who recorded my conversation through an open window?
In general, a private investigator recording a conversation through an open window can raise several legal issues, but the answer depends heavily on the facts and on Washington law. The most important questions are usual...
How do I ask a judge to exclude a recording made without two-party consent?
In Washington, asking a judge to exclude a recording usually means asking the court to keep it out of evidence because it may have been obtained illegally or in violation of state privacy rules. In general, this is done...
Do I have to stop recording if the other person says they do not consent?
In Florida, the answer often depends on what kind of recording is happening and where it is taking place. A person saying “I do not consent” does not always end the issue by itself, but it is a strong warning sign that t...