Alcohol use disorder is a huge problem in the United States. For people with AUD, consuming alcohol is often part of their daily routine. They might not realize what effects their drinking has on their life. One way that they can be affected is by becoming involved in...
Alleged drunk driver flips car onto 8th hole of golf course
The Tony Maidstone Club golf course was the site of an unusual accident recently. The accident left the driver injured and facing criminal charges. A 33-year-old real estate broker was allegedly drunk when he lost control of his Mercedes-Benz classic coupe. The car is...
What is a criminal trial for a DUI case like?
A criminal trial for drunk driving charges is similar to those of other criminal matters. If you don't plead guilty to the charges placed against you, it is likely that you will find yourself facing a trial before a jury of your peers. This trial has several specific...
Long Island DUI critically injures passenger
Earlier this month, a 21-year-old driver from St. James was arrested in Nissequogue after he was involved in a serious accident in which one of his passengers suffered critical injuries. The scenario unfolded in Suffolk County on Long Island on March 5, a Saturday....
A defense must encompass considerations for all your charges
In our most recent blog posts, we have discussed how some drunk driving incidents can lead to charges of vehicular assault. We have also discussed how a DUI conviction can impede your chances of getting a job. We also discussed how a DUI stop might lead to arrest,...
You don’t have to talk to police officers without an attorney
When you are arrested on a drunk driving charge, your actions and words might affect you in various ways. It is important that you understand some basic points about dealing with the police officers and the criminal justice system. One of these points is that you have...
Don’t let a felony DUI charge put your life on hold
For people who are charged with a felony DUI, life might seem to be put on hold. Worrying about the case, trying to gather evidence and fretting about what is going to happen if you are convicted can all come together to cause problems with your life. When you learn...
Woman faces felony drunk driving charges after drinking extract
We have covered a lot of cases on this blog, but a recent story out of New York is one that many of our readers might find interesting. A woman was accused of drunk driving, but she hadn't consumed the alcoholic beverages that most people drink. Instead, the...
Don’t let felony drunk driving charges ruin your entire life
Learning that you are facing a felony drunk driving charge is devastating. Once the charge is filed, you have to deal with the criminal justice system. You also have to deal with the social and professional difficulties that come with a drunk driving charge. Losing...
When do drunk driving charges become felony charges in New York?
In the past two weeks, we discussed the methods police officers use to determine if a person is driving drunk. Once officers make the determination that they feel they have just cause to charge a person with drunk driving, that person is charged. There are several...
