The US Constitution protects us from the law enforcement brutality that routinely occurs in other countries, but it pays to understand your rights. There are only limited circumstances under which the police can barge into your home to perform a search without a warrant. There are also varying scenarios under which permission to search property can be granted upon a knock at the door by law enforcement officers. For an overview of some common warrant and search situations, read on.…
Being charged with a single DWI is one thing, but when you’re facing multiple DWI charges, your situation will be much different. Unfortunately, with the court system as backed up with cases as it is, it can take months before you receive your court date and have to appear in front of a judge or magistrate. Many people don’t fully grasp the severity of the first DWI because they haven’t felt the legal repercussions yet – so, they continue to live life the way they did before the first DWI charge only to end up with another DWI.…
When a person is stopped for driving under the influence, they will likely face criminal prosecution. While this is a serious offense to face, individuals rarely prepare themselves for this potential risk by becoming more informed about this particular criminal charge and the punishments it can bring.
Are There Consequences For Refusing To Undergo A Sobriety Test?
During a traffic stop where the police officer suspects that the driver is over the legal limit for intoxication, they may request the driver to undergo a sobriety test.…
