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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
Ohio’s Message to Drivers About Marijuana OVI
With Ohio marijuana dispensaries beginning operations last week, the Ohio State Highway Patrol has a message for drivers. The message, as reported by News 5 Cleveland, is “just because it’s legal to use the drug, it is not legal to get behind the wheel impaired”. Driving under the influence of marijuana has been an increasing problem. In response, Ohio law enforcement officers have implemented methods to detect and prosecute marijuana-impaired driving. Those methods, however, have proved to be ineffective.
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 drugs, thereby posing a significant risk to public safety. DWI offenses in Texas are categorized based on factors such as the driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC), previous convictions, and whether there were any injuries or fatalities resulting from the incident. The legal BAC limit in Texas is 0.08% for most drivers, with stricter limits for commercial drivers and individuals under 21 years of age. Texas DWI Penalties can be severe, particularly when aggravated by factors such as high BAC levels, prior convictions, or if the offense resulted in injury or death. First-time offenders may face fines, license suspension, mandatory alcohol education programs, and probation or jail time. Subsequent offenses escalate in
California DUI News
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
Is There a DUI Double Standard for Women?
In my previous post, “Are Women More Likely To Be Convicted of DUI?”, I discussed how today’s drunk driving laws
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
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
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
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