You may not have expected to get pulled over or deal with a possible DUI conviction, but now that you’re involved in the situation, it’s important to look into your options and to understand to possible consequences. If you get a DUI, on thing that could be impacted...
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What should you expect when you go to court for a DUI?
If you are accused of a DUI and have no past experience with the criminal justice system, you may have no idea what you should expect. There are different stages of a DUI arrest and subsequent hearing or trial that you need to know about. The stages of a DUI case...
Studies show that people don’t understand their own intoxication level
One reason that people get in the car and drive when they're under the influence of alcohol is simply that they don't believe they are all that intoxicated. It's not that they are trying to be reckless and taking unnecessary risks. They have considered it and decided...
Can a DUI threaten your right to child custody?
A DUI is a serious offense that you need to know could influence your right to child custody. As a parent who is going through a divorce, getting a DUI is a problem, because it may show that you are not responsible and that you are willing to put yourself and others...
Repeat DUIs: What to expect in Kentucky
Kentucky is home to multiple distilleries, wineries and other places where alcohol is common and prevalent. Though much of the state is made up of “dry” counties, it’s still common to see people get stopped and arrested for drinking and driving. If you have a history...
How long until your BAC returns to zero?
If you haven't consumed any alcohol, your blood alcohol concentration is 0.00%. The legal limit for drivers is 0.08%. Mathematically, this may seem like a very small difference, but alcohol is very potent and so only a small amount of change is needed to impair...
When does a Kentucky DUI result in felony charges?
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges in Kentucky are usually misdemeanor offenses. When someone gets pulled over and fails a breath test, they will face a misdemeanor charge that might mean jail time, fines and the temporary suspension of their driver's license....
What do you say when the police ask, “Have you been drinking?”
You just came from a nice dinner with some friends, and you had a couple of drinks over the course of the meal – but you’re far from drunk. That didn’t stop your heart from sinking, however, when you saw those blue and red lights from a patrol car behind you. Whatever...
Your allergy medication could lead to a DUI
When you think about what might lead to a DUI in Kentucky, you may not think of your average over-the-counter allergy medication. Since Kentucky is in such a heavy allergen area, you’re probably used to taking medications like Benadryl or Claritin. You may not even...
Common things drivers do that look like intoxication
The cardinal rule for a DUI stop is that the police need a reason for the stop. As such, they are always looking for evidence that someone may be intoxicated so that they can pull the car over and talk to the driver. This can create some problems when drivers do...