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2 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for Washington on
Q: Facing a Second DUI Charge after a previous offense reduced four and half years ago in WA State.

I'm 26 and got nabbed for my second DUI by the state patrol. The last incident was around four and a half years ago, but it got reduced to Neg 1, and I blew a 0.11. This time, it's more serious, at 0.17. I've entered a plea of not guilty. Right now, I need some guidance on what steps... View More

Patrick Owen Earl
Patrick Owen Earl
answered on Mar 26, 2024

Yes you are in between a rock and a hard place because this last DUI is your second offense and the penalties are higher because of the first one. Please Please contact an experienced criminal defense attorney that does DUI law All the time. Not one that just does one or two cases here and... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for California on
Q: Terminated 18m DUI class. 5 classes left. Paid in full. Ask for re referral before warrant issued. What happens now?

Have court date April 5th. I was in a Domestic Violence relationship where he made it difficult to go to class. Finally free from him and I have a restraining order against him. It nice to have him gone but difficult because I was left with all bills and caring for my daughter while on cash aid. I... View More

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answered on Mar 26, 2024

In California, if you've been terminated from a DUI class with only a few sessions remaining and have paid in full, it's important to act quickly. Contact the DUI program to request a re-referral before a warrant is issued. Explain your situation clearly, including the challenges you... View More

0 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI and Traffic Tickets for Ohio on
Q: Attempting to reinstate drivers license, but have an outstanding ticket from 2001.

I was pulled over on the Ohio Turnpike on March 16, 2001.

The ticket with Berea County Court lists 5 citations:

1. blood alcohol count (STATUTE CODE: 4511.19A3)

2. dui/alcohol and/or drugs (STATUTE CODE: 4511.19A1)

3. driving under suspension (STATUTE CODE: 4507.02)... View More

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Oklahoma on
Q: Can a officer arrest me for DUI of medication but put different details in affidavit? (Marijuana)

I was pulled over for speeding.The officer said he smelled marijuana.I was honest and told him I did have marijuana. He gave me a field sobriety test.I did tell him I take medication but I did not smoke marijuana that day. He told me i'm under arrest for taking the medication and driving. And... View More

Tracy Tiernan
Tracy Tiernan
answered on Mar 25, 2024

Well, if you took a blood test, that should settle the issue as to exactly what was in your system. Unfortunately, in many counties the fact that you have some overtime or controlled drug present in your system is usually enough for them to pursue this criminal charge against you. They will rarely... View More

2 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for California on
Q: Courts dismissed my dui 13 years ago but DMV suspended my license last week. I passed breathlzr and was not dwi. help

I need help scheduling a court date with the dmv. I can't get thru by phone and the letter they sent had no info other than my license is suspended. I have had a restricted license for over 4 years, fully insured, no tickets my dmv driving record has no mention of the dui. The court docs says... View More

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answered on Mar 24, 2024

Under California law, if your license was suspended by the DMV and not due to a court order, you need to contact the DMV directly to resolve the issue. The DMV operates separately from the criminal court system, so even if your DUI charges were dismissed, the DMV might have different requirements... View More

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0 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for Pennsylvania on
Q: What are the chances of getting a tier 3 dui lowered to a tier 2 so you don’t loose gun right’s Pennsylvania

Only trouble Iv been in is for dui one in 2014 and one in 2023 I really don’t want to loose my gun right and am being charged with M1 please help

2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents, Personal Injury and DUI / DWI for California on
Q: Can I get recompensation for a car accident that happened 7 years ago?

I was in a car accident with a couple of friends, my friend (the driver) was under the influence and well we were all under the influence except for one of us, we kept telling the driver to let her drive because she was sober but he wasn't letting her or stopping. Suddenly when he made a left... View More

William John Light
William John Light
answered on Mar 23, 2024

Ordinarily, the statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of the injury.

If you or the driver were under 18 on the date of the injury, the two years began to run on the 18th birthday of either of you.

For certain felony convictions, the statute of limitations is 10 years from...
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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and DUI / DWI for Florida on
Q: Is weed smoke probable cause for a traffic stop? And why don’t police have to have their Dash Cam on during stops?

Typo. Don’t have to have their dash cam activated

Jeffrey H. Garland
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answered on Mar 22, 2024

Yes, marijuana smoke is probable cause for a car search. Usually, the odor of marijuana smoke is detected after a car stop for some other reason. A medical marijuana card does not allow consumption in a vehicle. While the odor of burnt marijuana may persist from previous use, the presence of... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and DUI / DWI for California on
Q: Can you travel domestically by flight with a Bench Warrant on your name?
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answered on Mar 21, 2024

Having a bench warrant in your name can lead to complications while attempting domestic flight travel. While there's no blanket rule that directly forbids you from flying domestically, the presence of a bench warrant implies that law enforcement is seeking your arrest, which could lead to... View More

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0 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for Alabama on
Q: Why am I not eligible for a hardship license. I do have multiple DUI and they are revoked. I have a job. I need them

I need to get to work and my AA classes and to pick my little girl up from daycare

0 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for Alabama on
Q: Why am I not eligible for a hardship license. I do have multiple DUI and they are revoked. I have a job. I need them

I need to get to work and my AA classes and to pick my little girl up from daycare

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and DUI / DWI for Illinois on
Q: My attorney has left numerous voicemails and emails to the state's attorney yet no phone call returned. It's been a mont
Cheryl Powell
Cheryl Powell
answered on Mar 20, 2024

State's attorney's are never great at returning calls. Their caseloads are just too high. Usually it is easier to catch them at court. Does your lawyer not work there regularly?

0 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for New York on
Q: What does case closed due to lamb mean?

Had a hearing with the dmv due to allegations of denying a alcohol breathalyzer and or blood test

2 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for California on
Q: My brother had a dui during COVID and still hasn’t heard anything about getting his license back years after
Dale S. Gribow
Dale S. Gribow
answered on Mar 20, 2024

HE SHOULD CONTACT HIS LAWYER OR THE COURT RECORD ONLINE OR CRIMINAL CLERK TO GO OVER THE CONDITIONS OF SUMMARY (INFORMAL) PROBATION.

HE HAD A FINE AND CLASSES.

AFTER HE HAS FINISHED EVERYTHING ORDERED, HE GOES TO DMV FOR A NEW LICENSE.

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0 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for Missouri on
Q: I lost my license for 10 yrs for DWI. 11yrs later. Now I have to petition the court, anyway I can get a pro bono?

Can't afford a lawyer. N haven't had 1 problem since (11 yrs)

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Divorce and DUI / DWI for Virginia on
Q: I haven't received unemployment benefits for 3 years.Receive a ladder and they violated two of my amendment rights w

I received the latter January 24 I haven't received benefits since 2021. They said they overpaid me, but they did not. Debbie was terminated. My case was vacated. I hadn't been able to draw an input mechanism for just about 3 years. And I spoke with legal aid. They said it is a civil suit... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Divorce and DUI / DWI for Virginia on
Q: I haven't received unemployment benefits for 3 years.Receive a ladder and they violated two of my amendment rights w

I received the latter January 24 I haven't received benefits since 2021. They said they overpaid me, but they did not. Debbie was terminated. My case was vacated. I hadn't been able to draw an input mechanism for just about 3 years. And I spoke with legal aid. They said it is a civil suit... View More

0 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for Pennsylvania on
Q: Did the police mess up?

I got pulled over and the cop told me that my license was suspended. Next day i go to penndot and ask why its suspended and they dont have a record of it being suspended. The man told me they didnt have a start date or term or anything like that and that my record never got to the point of... View More

0 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI and Traffic Tickets for Pennsylvania on
Q: Is there a way to renew my license if there is a hold on it in another state?

I have a suspension on my license from the state of Ohio, but I have driving privileges. So I am legally able to drive in Ohio. My license is a PA license and has expired, I cannot renew it with the hold on my account from the suspension.

Is there any way to renew the license so that I can... View More

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