Eric Weems of the Atlanta Falcons Cannot Hide his DUI Arrest

Atlanta, Georgia. Eric Weems, wide receiver of the Atlanta Falcons, was arrested for DUI back on November 16. The team just learned about his transgression which clearly indicates the athlete just assumed his team did not learn about the incident. Weems here is your first lesson about being a professional athlete, nothing you do is [...]

Arlington Man Killed by Suspected Marysville Drunk Driver

Marysville, Washington – December 19, 2009. It will be a very sad Christmas for one Arlington family this year. Earlier today a 26-year-old man walking on Smokey Point BLVD was struck by a vehicle. Good Samaritans performed CPR on the victim until police and aid arrived, but it was too late. The victim died at [...]

Gators Reinstate Carlos Dunlap for the Sugar Bowl

Gainesville, Florida. Florida Gator coach Urban Meyer lifts Carlos Dunlap’s suspension just in time for the Sugar Bowl. Dunlap was suspended from the team for his DUI arrest. After the stomping Florida received from Alabama in the SEC Championship it is not stunning they want all able bodies on the field for the Sugar Bowl. [...]

Do Medina Police Arrest People for DUI? How Often?

Medina, Washington. A question was recently submitted asking if Medina police officers make many DUI arrests. The answer is definitely and more often than you would suspect. Quite shocking for a city that has an approximate population total of 3,500. Medina also is considered one of the richest and most exclusive neighborhoods in Washington State. [...]

The BAC DataMaster Breath Test Machine Error Messages

Washington State utilizes the BAC DataMaster breath test machine to measure the blood alcohol content of a suspect arrested for driving under the influence. The BAC DataMaster is a product of National Patent Analytical Systems, Inc. (NPAS) located in Mansfield, Ohio. These DUI breath test devices require regular maintenance, and a proper environment for testing [...]

The Finger to Nose Test – Another DUI Field Sobriety Test

The Finger to Nose test is not a standardized field sobriety test. However, a few law enforcement agencies still use this field sobriety test when conducting a DUI investigation including police officers in Washington State. The DUI suspect must stand with their feet together and their arms at their sides. The DUI suspect must keep [...]

The Alphabet Test DUI Field Sobriety Test

During a Washington DUI investigation the police officer is looking evidence that would establish the driver is Driving Under the Influence of intoxicants. One of the field sobriety tests some police officers use in the State of Washington is the Alphabet test. Many friends remark they could never repeat the Alphabet backwards while sober, so [...]

The Rhomberg Balance DUI Field Sobriety Test

During a DUI investigation the police officer inevitably inquires whether or not the DUI suspect will voluntarily participate in some field sobriety tests. In the State of Washington the DUI suspect has a right to refuse the field sobriety tests. There are no consequences in refusing the field sobriety tests. These drunk tests merely produce [...]

The Backwards Count DUI Field Sobriety Test

The Backwards Count field sobriety test is not a standardized field sobriety test. However, a few law enforcement agencies still use this field sobriety test when conducting a DUI investigation. In particular, the Seattle police department and Washington State Patrol utilize this test when processing a Seattle DUI or Washington DUI arrest. The investigating police [...]

How to Hire an Experienced DUI Defense Attorney

Hiring an attorney can be a daunting experience especially if you have never used an attorney. The best advice is to hire the attorney that is the best fit. So interview a few lawyers before deciding which lawyer will represent your legal interests. Ask these questions: What percentage of your practice is dedicated to DUI [...]

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