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Ohio Supreme Court Decides Constitutionality of Prolonged Traffic Stop
Suppose a police officer has a valid reason to stop a vehicle. As the officer approaches the vehicle, the officer realizes the reason for stopping the vehicle is no longer valid. Nevertheless, the officer detains the driver to request a driver’s license. Is that detention legal? Should evidence obtained after that detention be admissible in court? These questions were answered by the Ohio Supreme Court in State v. Dunlap.
Substance Abuse Treatment Jail Credit for Tennessee DUI Second-Offenders
Some of my clients ask me how they may avoid spending so much time in jail for a second offense in the event they are convicted. Unfortunately, many lawyers are not even aware that Tennessee law provides for exceptions to the minimum mandatory jail time of 45 days in confinement. A commonly used exception permits credit for a portion of the driving under the influence jail sentence if the defendant received alcohol or drug treatment. If this option is used to receive jail credit for either inpatient or outpatient treatment, the defendant may elect to participate in either a residential and/or intensive outpatient (IOP) substance abuse treatment program. However, the substances abuse service providers are required to be licensed in the State of Tennessee. To receive this jail-time credit,
Understanding Ohio License Suspensions for DUI/OVI
The Statehouse News Bureau reported the efforts of the Ohio legislature to overhaul driver’s license suspensions. Legislation passed by the Ohio Senate aims to reduce the circumstances under which driver’s licenses are suspended and also reduce the length of some suspensions. Even if the legislation becomes law, it will not affect driver’s license suspensions for DUI (called ‘OVI’ in Ohio). This article summarizes Ohio driver’s license suspensions and driving privileges related to OVI.
Officer Sued for Arresting Sober Driver
Field sobriety tests are not always correct in determining if someone is under the influence of an intoxicant. Due in part to lack of proper training, the bias of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding the detection of drunk drivers, pressure placed on officers to arrest suspected drunk drivers, as well as incentives provided to officers who make a lot of DUI arrests, innocent people suffer. Television station WSVM4 in Nashville, Tennessee has been investigating cases where sober Tennessee drivers who are wrongfully charged with DUI. As part of the investigation, this television station has learned that a federal lawsuit was filed on August 18, 2024 by a 76 year-old man with back problems and vertigo, among his other medical issues, who was arrested for driving under the influence
Villager to lose driver’s license after golf cart DUI arrest
Source: www.villages-news.com A Villager will lose his driver’s license as the result of a golf cart drunk driving arrest. Thomas John Allen, 62, who lives in the Southwood Villas in the Village of Buttonwood, entered a plea of no contest this past week in Sumter County Court to a charge of driving under the influence. He has lost his driver’s license for six months, has been placed on probation for one year and has been ordered to perform 50 hours of community service. Allen was driving a black Yamaha golf cart at about 10:30 p.m. June 13 on Bailey Trail at St. Charles Place when he made an unusually wide turn, according to an arrest report from the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office. A deputy noticed the golf cart had been
California DUI News
Watson Murder Conviction Upheld In Second Trial After Defendant Convicted On Only Gross Vehicular Manslaughter In First Trial
California’s Fourth District Court of Appeal, Division One, just affirmed the second degree murder conviction of Adam Barooshian. People v.
Why The Rule of Lenity Should Be Invoked Regarding Diversion Eligibility For DUI Offenses
Grassi v. Superior Court (Div. Three of the Fourth District Court of Appeal – G060362) recently held DUI offenses are
Diversion Now Possible For All Misdemeanor DUI Offenders in California
Effective January 1, 2021, all persons charged with misdemeanor DUI offenses in California (Vehicle Code sections 23152 and 23153) are
Tennessee DUI News
New Tennessee DUI Law for Narcan Patients
As of July 1, 2024, the “Ben Kredich Act” goes into effect in Tennessee. This law, which has not yet
How a Tennessee First Offense DUI Becomes a Felony
According to a new law, 2024 Tennessee Public Chapter 987, any person who commits a first (or subsequent) offense of
Good News-Alternatives to Jail for Tennessee DUI Offenders
As of April 8 2024, there is some rare good news for those convicted of DUI. On that date, a
Mississippi DUI News
Is the new “autonomous” car really autonomous?
When we think about the new electrical cars we hear the terms “autonomous” or “self-driving cars” a lot. However, are
Drunk-Driving Simulation Suit
Beer goggles and drunk leg and arm weights – this “drunk-suit” simulates what it feels like to be drunk while
New Tostitos Party Bag Detects Alcohol and Gets You Home Safely
Super Bowl Sunday is fast approaching. In 2015, 45 people were killed on Super Bowl Sunday in drunk-driving accidents. Frito-Lay
Texas DUI News
Are DWI Laws in Texas Tough? What Should I Expect?
DWI laws in Texas are stringent, aiming to deter and penalize individuals who operate vehicles while intoxicated by alcohol or
Access to Your DWI Defense Lawyer
RULES TO KEEP IN MIND FOR ACCESS TO YOUR DWI DEFENSE LAWYER: The Coffey Firm’s office hours are 8:30 to
Can A DWI Affect My Eligibility For Global Entry?
In general, all United States citizens and lawful permanent residents possess eligibility to apply for Global Entry. This is a
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