A recent New York Times article answers this question: “I know all about the dangers of driving while drunk. But is driving while high on marijuana as dangerous?” The author discusses the possible dangers of driving under the influence of marijuana. Studies on marijuana-related driving impairment have produced inconsistent results, so the true danger is unknown. What is known is THC blood levels are not correlated with driving impairment. Read More »
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Recent DUI Posts
(Suspected) Drunk driver runs red light, slams into Hillsborough deputy
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office deputy was injured after being hit by a drunk driver in Tampa on Sunday. According to a release from the sheriff’s office, the crash happened just after 6 a.m. at North Dale Mabry Highway and Ehrlich Road. The deputy was on his way to his patrol location and stopped at the intersection. The deputy was taken to the hospital with an upper-body injury, according to the sheriff’s office. The occupants of ... Read More »
Apple Developing iPhone Feature to Prevent Drunk Driving
Apple is considering an iPhone feature which would lock a user out of his or her car if the user’s breath alcohol levels are too high. According to a recent patent application, published by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Apple has developed a program on the IPhone and Apple Watch for those devices to function as breath-testing instruments. Read More »
Bail Conditions Changed for DUI Defendants in Tennessee
As of July 1, 2022, when a judge determines the amount and conditions of bail to be imposed upon a defendant who has been charged with driving under the influence of an intoxicant (DUI), or a related offense, the court shall require the defendant to operate only a motor vehicle equipped with a functioning ignition interlock device if: (i) The offense resulted in a collision involving property damage; (ii) A minor was present in the vehicle at the time of ... Read More »
Toughest Vehicular Homicide Penalties Are Now In Tennessee
DUI penalties in Tennessee just got much worse if someone is killed as a result of intoxication. As of July 1, 2022 the State of Tennessee will carry the toughest penalties in the United States due to its new “Truth in Sentencing” law, amending T.C.A. §40-35-501. Those committing the crimes of Vehicular Homicide Resulting From Intoxication and Aggravated Vehicular Homicide (together with other specified violent crimes) will require the defendant to serve a mandatory 100% sentence. Those convicted of certain ... Read More »
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Pelosi’s husband charged with DUI
Source: CNN House Speaker Nancy Pelosi‘s husband was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after being involved in a collision Saturday night, law enforcement officials said. Paul Pelosi, 82, was arrested at 11:44 p.m. PT and charged with driving under the influence and driving with a blood alcohol content of 0.08% or higher, according to the Napa County Criminal Justice Network’s public booking report. Both charges are misdemeanors. TMZ was the first to report the arrest. Pelosi was attempting to ... Read More » -
Alabama defensive coordinator’s DUI arrest leaves him ‘deeply sorry’
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‘Mob Wives’ star Renee Graziano arrested for DUI after crashing car
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‘A stupid decision’: Wells family releases statement after father of Summer Wells arrested on DUI charge
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Irvine man charged with murder in DUI crash that happened after he left hospital following fentanyl overdose
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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 statutorily ineligible for diversion despite a 2021 diversion statute (Penal Code § 1001.95) that excludes specified crimes but not driving under the influence offenses. Its ruling was based on the Legislature’s failure to expressly repeal a forty year old statute (Vehicle Code § 23640) barring diversion for DUI offenses. The legislative history behind Penal Code § 1001.95 strongly indicates an ... Read More » -
Diversion Now Possible For All Misdemeanor DUI Offenders in California
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Is There a DUI Double Standard for Women?
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Are Women More Likely to be Convicted of DUI?
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Bail Conditions Changed for DUI Defendants in Tennessee
As of July 1, 2022, when a judge determines the amount and conditions of bail to be imposed upon a defendant who has been charged with driving under the influence of an intoxicant (DUI), or a related offense, the court shall require the defendant to operate only a motor vehicle equipped with a functioning ignition interlock device if: (i) The offense resulted in a collision involving property damage; (ii) A minor was present in the vehicle at the time of ... Read More » -
Toughest Vehicular Homicide Penalties Are Now In Tennessee
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4 Ways to Better Your Chances In Court
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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 these cars truly self-driving or autonomous? Malcolm Gladwell, in his article found in Cars and Drivers, makes the argument that these cars are not truly autonomous. These cars rely on formulas, algorithms, and networks to drive the car. Gladwell argues that this is taking the control out of the hands of the driver and placing it into a network. This ... Read More » -
Drunk-Driving Simulation Suit
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New Tostitos Party Bag Detects Alcohol and Gets You Home Safely
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COVID-19, Violent Offender Release
The News reports that jails are releasing inmates due to COVID-19. Is this true? Yes. It has been reported and confirmed that inmates in Harris County, Dallas County, some Texas prisons and a juvenile detention center have COVID-19. This is a problem due to increased community spread in the jail environment; which outside of putting inmates’ health in danger, endangers the lives of the jail and prison staff and adds more pressure to the hospital community. Are jails ... Read More »