When you drive in Kentucky, you agree to submit to a chemical test if law enforcement suspects you are driving under the influence (DUI). This forms part of the DUI implied consent law, which aims to deter impaired driving and ensure public safety. Operating a vehicle...

Getting a DUI in Kentucky causes more problems than just fines and losing a driver's license. People with jobs that require a license risk losing their ability to work. Many job licensing boards enforce strict rules, and a DUI often results in punishments, a suspended...

Driving under the influence (DUI) laws in Kentucky hold drivers under 21 to stricter standards than those for adults. Kentucky’s zero-tolerance approach aims to discourage underage drinking and driving while ensuring accountability for young drivers. What is...

Getting a DUI in Kentucky can come with serious consequences, including the possibility of going to jail. Whether you end up in jail depends on several factors, and it is important for all drivers to understand them. First-time DUI offense For a first-time DUI...

Professionals operating with a commercial driver's license must meet higher standards compared to typical motorists. That is why a conviction for driving under the influence can have serious consequences for CDL holders in Kentucky.  To better defend against a DUI...

When law enforcement pulls you over for a suspected DUI in Kentucky, knowing your rights is crucial. One key aspect is whether you can refuse a police search of your car. Understanding consent and probable cause Police officers need either your consent or probable...

Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs is a serious offense, especially if it's not the first time someone has committed this violation. Kentucky takes a strict approach to repeat DUI offenses, imposing increasingly severe penalties to discourage...

Driving under the influence, or DUI, checkpoints are common on roads. These checkpoints serve as a way for law enforcement to deter and catch you if you are driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs. Understanding what happens at these checkpoints can help you...

Losing your driving privileges is one of the many repercussions that can happen when convicted of DUI in Kentucky. For many people, not being able to drive is not only an inconvenience but can cause problems personally and professionally. If you can’t drive to work,...

Accusations of driving under the influence (DUI) have the potential to create serious complications for your future. From the possibility of significant monetary fines to serving a certain amount of time in jail, those here in Kentucky facing these serious charges are...