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...

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...

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...

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...

Breathalyzers are devices used by Kentucky law enforcement to determine whether a driver is under the influence of alcohol. They can measure the amount of alcohol in a driver’s system after the driver breathes into it. If the blood alcohol content is over a certain...

When facing criminal charges that involve intoxicated driving, there is a lot at stake for you. It is possible you could face penalties that may include time behind bars, expensive fines and more. While your situation is serious, it is in your best interests to know...

An assistant coach for the University of Kentucky football team is facing a serious charge that could jeopardize his career, according to local sources. The 37-year-old wide receivers coach was arrested in northern Kentucky in the early morning of May 8. He faces a...

When law enforcement officers suspect someone is driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they may initiate a traffic stop. After stopping the driver, they may come to the window, speak to the person behind the wheel and determine if it is necessary to ask the...

Facing criminal charges pertaining to the alleged intoxicated operation of a vehicle is a serious offense. A conviction for this type of crime could significantly affect your future, impacting your job opportunities, educational opportunities and more. If you find...

A serious accident sent two teenagers to the hospital on the evening of Dec. 18, according to local sources. Kentucky State Police responded to the accident, which involved an SUV and a truck. A 16-year-old driver is facing DUI charges, though the driver has not been...