As the officer walks toward your vehicle, you may know that the traffic stop is about to come with questions about drinking. While you may not be sure if you are over the legal limit, the officer may ask you to submit to tests anyway. During a drunk driving stop, an...
Drunk Driving
What are the different ways to challenge a breathalyzer test?
Defending against DUI charges can be overwhelming and frightening. The penalties associated with DUI charges can be steep. That is why accused drivers should know how to defend themselves against drunk driving charges. One way is to challenge a breathalyzer test if...
Can you be arrested for DUI in Oregon if your BAC is below 0.08?
Many people in Portland celebrate Memorial Day as the unofficial start of summer. They may attend a back yard barbecue, go camping or spend the day at the beach. These fun times, however, can come to a halt if a person is pulled over on their way home from these...
No clear way to determine if a driver is DUI marijuana
Throughout the country, marijuana is regularly starting to be legalized. Resultantly, marijuana use has become more common. In the United States, it is estimated that around 22 million people use marijuana. Moreover, the public’s perception of the dangers of driving...
How can a driver be eligible for DUI diversion?
When a driver is faced with drunk driving charges, they may want to know what to do and what their options are. Because Oregon has a DUI diversion program, accused drivers should understand who is eligible for the DUI diversion program. Eligibility for DUI diversion...
How can the fourth amendment help you beat a DUI charge?
DUI charges are a serious matter that can have consequences that last for years or longer. Whether you are facing your first or fifth conviction, it is still important that you do everything in your power to beat your charges. One of your most vital assets in...
Man with bumper sticker excusing erratic driving charged with DWI
People who knowingly get behind the wheel when they may be intoxicated are often unaware that a DWI stop can lead to other criminal charges. A Portland man was recently arrested when his bumper sticker caught the eye of a sheriff’s deputy. Unfortunately, the DWI stop...
What is in an agreement for diversion program after a DUII?
The loss of driving privileges is a major concern when arrested for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII) in Oregon. For many, driving is a vital and fundamental part of their life. They need to do it for work, school and family obligations. A way to avoid...
Alleged drunk driver kills pedestrian on New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve may be the most dangerous evening of the year for persons who are driving. The most obvious danger is other drivers who may have consumed too much alcohol or other substances that interfere with the reflexes necessary to driving safely. Pedestrians face...
How accused drivers can challenge a breathalyzer test
Breathalyzer tests can be a key component of a drunk driving charge. For that reason, understanding how to challenge a breathalyzer test can be key to challenging drunk driving charges and avoiding the potentially significant penalties and consequences the accused...