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Elements of Felony DUI/DWI

Elements of Felony DUI/DWI

The elements of the criminal offense of driving under the influence (DUI) and driving while intoxicated (DWI) are universal in most jurisdictions. The elements include the following: (1) that...

Impact of DUI/DWI Conviction on Obtaining Employment

Impact of DUI/DWI Conviction on Obtaining Employment

Although most convictions from drunk driving are misdemeanors, any person convicted of drunk driving will have a criminal record. Drunk driving convictions can...

Rising Alcohol Defense in DUI/DWI Cases

Rising Alcohol Defense in DUI/DWI Cases

Drunk driving statutes across the country are not always uniform in how they describe the degree of inebriation that is required for conviction for driving under the influence...

Criminal Offense of Defective Equipment on a Motor Vehicle

Criminal Offense of Defective Equipment on a Motor Vehicle

Because an improperly maintained motor vehicle threatens a grave risk of serious bodily harm or death, the maintenance of a vehicle is of the utmost importance...

Defendant's Right to Independent Chemical Test in Drunk Driving Cases

Defendant's Right to Independent Chemical Test in Drunk Driving Cases

Although a few states have determined that a motorist has a constitutional right to an independent chemical test, that majority of states have...