Arlington Man Killed by Suspected Marysville Drunk Driver
Posted on December 20, 2009
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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 the scene.... Read more
Gators Reinstate Carlos Dunlap for the Sugar Bowl
Posted on December 20, 2009
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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. Also, it is a Florida football program. Is anyone really shocked they give such light sanctions to players that break the law? Florida schools have consistently looked in the other direction or doled out the lamest of punishments when their players go thug or stupid. Yes, Dunlap went very stupid the night he was arrested. He was so hammered he passed out in the middle of an intersection while the car was running and in gear. Just another privileged athlete getting another athlete DUI and no one really cares because they are lights out on the field of play.... Read more
Do Medina Police Arrest People for DUI? How Often?
Posted on December 20, 2009
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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. Microsoft founder, Bill Gates, lives in Medina along with Microsoft colleague Charles Simonyi and Ichiro Suzuki of the Mariners. So do rich people drink and drive more often than the rest of the population accounting for the numerous DUI arrests in Medina? NO. Medina is unique and their jurisdiction includes a section of roadway that most cities do not have; a direct pipeline into Seattle, Washington.... Read more
The BAC DataMaster Breath Test Machine Error Messages
Posted on December 18, 2009
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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.... Read more
The Finger to Nose Test – Another DUI Field Sobriety Test
Posted on December 18, 2009
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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.... Read more
The Alphabet Test DUI Field Sobriety Test
Posted on December 18, 2009
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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 it would be impossible for them complete while drunk.... Read more
The Rhomberg Balance DUI Field Sobriety Test
Posted on December 18, 2009
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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 evidence the police will use to support an arrest for DUI. An experienced Seattle DUI attorney will advise a DUI suspect to refuse participation no matter how much you have consumed that night.... Read more
The Backwards Count DUI Field Sobriety Test
Posted on December 18, 2009
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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.... Read more
How to Hire an Experienced DUI Defense Attorney
Posted on December 17, 2009
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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:... Read more
Julio Martins-Paes Crashes into Washington State Patrol Officer
Posted on December 15, 2009
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Sea-Tac, Washington. Washington State Patrol communications received several 911 calls reporting a suspected drunk driver on Interstate 5 heading southbound on December 12, 2009. A trooper was quickly dispatched to the area to investigate. The 17 year veteran pulled over to the side of the road looking for a maroon 1989 Toyota Corolla.... Read more

