Many courts will give you a few days to prove that you were in the hospital. However, if the court already issued a warrant your options are limited. First, you can wait to be arrested, not a good choice, or you can turn yourself into the jail, also not a great idea. You can surrender to the... View More

It depends on the facts of the case. There are potential issues for the state in the areas of operation, proof of impairment, breath or blood test timing or procedure. Also what you drank along with what you ate and the timing of both.

A case does not need to be dismissed for failing to cite or charge your with everything he/she could have charged you with at the time. The officer needs probable cause to pull you over, so not citing you for an infraction is not fatal to the OWI charge.

If the charges are in Indiana you can look at mycase.in.gov to see if there is a filing. It sounds like there was an issue with the charges so the judge released you, however, the prosecutor can proceed if probable cause is later determined. If you give my your name I should be able to look up... View More

You need to file a petition under 9-30-10-14.1. If you do this yourself read the statute very carefully and follow what is required. You should consult an attorney as this can be a complicated hearing.

In Indiana a refusal to take a breath test is a one year administrative suspension, unless there is a prior conviction then its a 2 year suspension. Additionally, if there is a conviction later on in the refusal case there is another suspension and there is no credit given from the refusal... View More

In Indiana the OWI statute is divided into 2 categories. OWIs that do not require a breath score. First it is a class C Misdemeanor to operate a vehicle intoxicated; the offense becomes a class A Misdemeanor if you operate in a manner that endangers a person. The second is know as the Per Se law.... View More

Be sure to check your rules regarding the interlock devise. The installer or the court may require that only you can drive the vehicle as its my understanding that the devise is calibrated to you.

Not enough information to accurately answer the question. If the only evidence is your wife then the State will likely have a problem, however, if after contact the police learned of more and collected/documented then could be a different story. You should consult with a local attorney for a more... View More

If the OWI is alcohol and not drugs, you will be suspended administratively for failing the breath/blood test for 6 months or if refused then one year. Upon a conviction it is up to the judge about a suspension after conviction, but can be up to one year.

An original warrant will last for 180 days then the prosecutor can renew. However, a warrant for FTA does not expire and can be served many years later. If you have an FTA warrant you should contact a local attorney who may be able to see about getting the warrant recalled.

STOP posting admissions online. Consult a local traffic attorney. You are both responsible for all property damage and personal injury that resulted.

You should go onto mybmv.com and pull a copy of your record to know specifically. It would also be wise to speak with a traffic attorney about what to do with both cases. If you pay the DWS ticket your license will be suspended again and it will also increase your insurance, as well as a... View More

Yes. Operating while intoxicated does not depend upon a specific alcohol concentration.

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answered on Aug 17, 2017

Possibly could lose their liquor license. But, as far as being civilly or criminally responsible to the underage drunk driver, because he or she got arrested, NO.

Victims of an illegally-served minor, by a bar, MAY have a CIVIL claim for THEIR injuries or loss of life of a loved one.

If you can afford to hire an attorney you should do so. Your Illinois license will not be suspended administratively while your case is pending. However, if you are convicted, IL will revoke your license for at least a year. Depending on where your case is pending it may be possible to reduce the... View More

It depends on the circumstances of the case and the level of the offense and any prior history. You can expect $1000 - $2500 for a first offense depending on the skill and knowledge of the attorney you hire.

It depends on how strong the state's case is and other factors.

It depends on your record. Every OWI has a license suspension, however if you have 3 in a 10 year period you will lose it for 10 years. Also if its your second and the prior is less than 5 years ago you will lose it for at least one year. Consult an attorney who can review your record and advise... View More

The answer to your question is dependent on which state you live in and are licensed. If you live in Maryland and are convicted and suspended in Maryland then you are suspended in all 50 states. If you live in another state, but are convicted in Maryland and your home state is not part of the... View More