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WERE YOU ARRESTED FOR DUI THIS LABOR DAY WEEKEND?
Labor Day is consistently ranked one of deadliest holiday weekends of the year in terms of fatalities caused by drunk drivers. As a result, law enforcement steps up their efforts annually to apprehend these intoxicated drivers before they can cause potentially deadly accidents, which leads to a significant increase in DUI arrests over the weekend. If you were arrested and charged with a DUI during Labor Day weekend, it is important to seek legal representation from an experie
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Does DUI Mean Drugs, Too?
While driving under the influence, or DUI, generally gets used as a term to describe drunk driving, a DUI can apply whenever the driver...
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Will I Lose My Driver’s License if Convicted of a DUI?
First of all, it’s important to note the penalties for being convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) depend on the location and...
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When to Ask for a Lawyer during DUI stop?
There’s an old saying that “only the guilty ask for a lawyer.” That old saying has never been true. The right to legal representation...
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Can Police Search My Car in a DUI Stop
To be brief, yes, but that answer does come with a few conditions that have to be considered in every situation. Generally speaking, a law enforcement officer has to determine some manner of suspicious activity before attempting to pull over and question a driver for driving under the influence or engaging in a DUI. How an individual law enforcement officer makes that determination cannot be universally considered; what one person considers suspicious, another might find a ro
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Penalty for First Time DUI (Murfreesboro, TN)
Every U.S. state considers the act of driving under the influence, also known as DUI, to be a crime. While Tennessee law does carry stiff...
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Tennessee REAL ID License and a DUI conviction
In addition to fines or jail time facing anyone convicted of a DUI (driving under the influence), the loss of driving privileges creates...
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A DUI Conviction Takes Emotional Toll
In addition to the possibilities of jail time, heavy fines, and the loss of driving privileges, being convicted of driving under the...
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Should You Agree to a Breathalyzer Test
How They Work, Why Police Use Them, and What You Can Do The Science Behind Breathalyzers In Tennessee, drinking while driving is taken...
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What Are Penalties for DUI in Murfreesboro
DUI Penalties Can Include Fines, Jail Time Driving under the influence, or committing a DUI, represents an illegal act in every part of...
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Common Defenses Against DUI Charges
The consequences of being charged with driving under the influence, or DUI, can be very severe. Even if you’re fortunate enough not to...
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How Long Does My DUI Conviction Stay on Record in TN
Driving under the influence, or DUI, is a serious charge in Tennessee because of the high level of danger the charge represents, both to...
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Penalties for DUI in Tennessee
Driving under the influence, also known as DUI, qualifies as an illegal act in every U.S. state. Tennessee is no exception; DUIs carry...
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Can I Get My DUI Charge Reduced in TN?
A first-time DUI arrest can be a scary, frustrating, and confusing experience. Unfortunately, a conviction can result in harsh penalties,...
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Are DUI Checkpoints Legal in Tennessee?
DUI checkpoints, also known as sobriety checkpoints or roadblocks, are legal in Tennessee. These checkpoints are traffic stops set up by...
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WHAT IS "IMPLIED CONSENT?"
When you are arrested and charged with driving under the influence, you are required to adhere to a blood alcohol content test by either...
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CAN I DRIVE AFTER A DUI CONVICTION?
The state of Tennessee considers driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs to be a serious offense. If you are convicted, you will...
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FIVE TIPS FOR HELPING PARTY GUESTS AVOID A DUI
Everyone wants their party to be a hit, and over the years one of the best ways to make sure that happens is to offer plenty of adult...
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FIVE WAYS TO SABOTAGE YOUR DUI DEFENSE
If you are arrested for driving drunk, you will have a very limited amount of time to assemble your defense before your hearing in court. It is strongly advised that you retain an attorney to help you face your charges, and while one can dramatically improve your defense, there are a few things you can do that will sabotage your case, no matter what they do. On this blog, we examine five ways you can ruin your DUI defense before your hearing. TALKING ABOUT YOUR CASE ON SOCIAL
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AVOID A DUI THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
The holidays mean celebrations and festive traditions for many people, often involving alcohol. People consume this alcohol and then get...
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