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...
What penalties are you facing for a DUI in Kentucky?
When a driver is facing the potential consequences that come with a drunk driving offense, he or she will want to know how to avoid or mitigate as many of these consequences as possible. If charged with a DUI in Kentucky, you may find yourself in a position where you...
Could a faulty Breathalyzer device impact your case?
If a police officer notices a driver exhibiting erratic behaviors, such as swerving, driving at erratic speeds or following other vehicles too closely, that could be valid grounds for a suspected drunk driving traffic stop. After pulling a driver over, the officer...
Can you refuse to take a breath test at a DUI traffic stop?
When you are driving home and see the flashing flights of a law enforcement vehicle in your rearview mirror, you may not know what to expect. A traffic stop can be overwhelming, especially if the reason for the stop is the suspicion of intoxicated driving. If Kentucky...
Ignition interlock device after a DUI conviction in Kentucky
Driving while under the influence of alcohol can bring many potential complications for a Kentucky driver. If convicted, you could face penalties that may include license suspension, alcohol treatment programs and more. It is also possible, depending on the details of...
