When you see that law enforcement is pulling you over, you may feel intimidated and unsure of what to do next. You know that it is in your interests to cooperate and do what they ask of you, but do you know what to say and how to act? It is helpful to understand your...
Do you have the right to refuse a breath test?
A traffic stop is an incredibly intimidating event. When you see the flashing lights of a police vehicle in your rearview mirror, you may immediately feel fear about what happens next. While this type of event is overwhelming and dealing with law enforcement can be...
Did police have grounds to pull you over for suspected DUI?
The flashing lights of a police vehicle in your rearview mirror can change the course of your evening. One minute you may be driving home, and the next an officer could be pulling you over for suspected drunk driving, and this could eventually lead to your arrest. You...
What does the 4th Amendment mean for you?
If you are facing criminal charges, you know that your entire future is at stake. With a conviction could come time behind bars, loss of your personal reputation, mandatory fines and more. It is important to know how to defend yourself, as well as what your rights are...
Drunk driving in college can have long-term effects
The flashing lights of a law enforcement vehicle in your rear-view mirror can signal the start of legal trouble in your life. If the police pull you over for suspicion of drunk driving, you could find yourself facing a range of penalties that may include time behind...
What does it mean to invoke the Fifth Amendment?
It is possible you’ve seen the recent news about the investigation into the financial operations of the Trump Organization. Under questioning during a deposition, the former president invoked the Fifth Amendment. This is something you may see during a high-profile...
Could you have DUI charges without drinking alcohol?
Drunk driving charges in Kentucky come with the potential for serious penalties that can affect many different areas of your life. This includes time behind bars, expensive fines, higher insurance rates and more. Even if it is your first offense, it is in your...
The ways that a drunk driving conviction can change your life
When a person gets behind the wheel while under the influence of alcohol, it can result in accidents that may bring devastating consequences. Kentucky law takes drunk driving seriously, and a conviction for this type of criminal offense can bring legal and financial...
The importance of Breathalyzer calibration
One of the most important and commonly used tools in suspected drunk driving traffic stops is the Breathalyzer. Law enforcement uses these handheld devices to measure a driver’s blood alcohol content by having a driver breathe directly into the device. The results of...
Reasonable suspicion for a DUI traffic stop
You know that your life could change in the moment that you see the flashing lights of a law enforcement vehicle in your rearview mirror. When stopped for suspected drunk driving, it is critical to know what to do and how you can protect yourself when dealing with law...