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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Georgia on
Q: is it illegal to drive with my right brake lamp out?
Joel Gary Selik
Joel Gary Selik
answered on Aug 13, 2023

Yes. You are subject to being stopped as well as citation.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and DUI / DWI for Alabama on
Q: Can the person I bailed out of jail get put back in jail?

I bailed a relative out of jail who was charged with 2 counts of DUI manslaughter and he promised that he would never drink or drink and drive again however he lied and now he's doing the same thing. He shows no remorse and doesn't seem to care about what happened. Is there any way to... View More

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answered on Aug 11, 2023

Unfortunately, he will probably get arrested again and his bond will be revoked. Also, if no alcohol is a condition of his pretrial release he may have bond revoked. Good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI and Gov & Administrative Law for Indiana on
Q: I was in the process of moving to Indianna from Illinois and while traveling to Illinois in a gas station parking lot

I hit the gas peddle and not the break by mistake while parking my car. I am being charge with Indiana Statute 9-30-5-2(a) & (b).

I need to change my driver's license from Illinois to Indiana to include my redencey. Can I still change my car title, DL etc and my redency to... View More

Andrew L. Bennett
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answered on Aug 9, 2023

Yes, go change your license to Indiana sooner than later. The court should not suspend your license until the initial hearing, therefore the BMV should not know of the offense. If you do not change your license, and are convicted Illinois will suspend/revoke your license and it will be... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, DUI / DWI, Cannabis & Marijuana Law and Civil Rights for Kentucky on
Q: Is it reasonable for a deputy to knock on the door of my residence to conduct a knock and talk after 11:30pm?

After I answered the door and stepped out on my porch I was asked if a man arrested for DUI a mile or so away lived at my house. No was my answer as he didn't live there nor had he been staying there. The man arrested had stopped at my house earlier that day and I knew the man, but he... View More

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Aug 5, 2023

Sounds a bit overreaching but would probably be upheld as legal

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Colorado on
Q: Live in california but have a DUI charge in eagle county Would I be able to get a lawyer or paralegal to go to court ?

Went to court once and they dropped it to a DWAI and I did not complete payments or community service

I live in california but I need a new court date from the judge

Can I get a paralegal or lawyer to get a new date and go for me so I don't have to drive all the way out from california?

Chelsea Marie Hillman
Chelsea Marie Hillman
answered on Aug 2, 2023

If you have a DUI charge in Eagle County, Colorado, and you live in California, you will be able to hire a lawyer, but NOT a paralegal, to represent you in court. However, there are a few important considerations:

1. In any criminal matter, you have the right to see if you qualify for court...
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1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Georgia on
Q: Please help me get this off

I was working out of state I got a DUI which was my second I went to court but

My paperwork got mixed up saying it was my fifth which meant I had to go to felony court well then they realized the first hearing was the right one but by then my job had ended and I was gone back home this was... View More

Robbie Levin
Robbie Levin
answered on Aug 1, 2023

I don't really understand exactly what you are asking. Did you enter a plea of guilty? Is the charge still pending?

For more information, visit my website at www.LevinLawyerGa.com

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI and Criminal Law for Nebraska on
Q: My son who is 19 was charged with an mip in Nebraska while walking up to a outdoor concert. Blew0.00 and had none on him
Julie Fowler
Julie Fowler
answered on Jul 31, 2023

He should retain a criminal defense attorney. The prosecutor has to meet the burden of the charge or the charge should be dismissed. If the prosecutor believes the prosecution can meet the burden with the evidence they have, then you may need to take the case to trial to let the Court decide.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Texas on
Q: I am searching for help for someone in the Hobby unit for a 3rd+ DUI when she is released. Thank you!

She was transferred here from Linda Woodman on June 1st for unknown reasons despite this being a prison for mostly victim-related felony offences. She is the first in our families to ever be in this situation and I am trying to help her understand the sequence of events after she is released and,... View More

Grant St Julian III
Grant St Julian III
answered on Jul 29, 2023

I am not sure of your exact question, but it seems like therapy/rehab info is what you're seeking to help your family member

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Texas on
Q: if my husband got 4 years for 3rd dwi how much time will he do prison time and real time
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answered on Jul 28, 2023

In most DWI sentences, the defendant does about 50% of the sentence time. This number varies from many different factors, and the officials and programs, the defendant completes. If you can get qualified for a "sober house" or similar program, you can be out of jail in less than 50% of... View More

2 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Hampshire on
Q: Aftergetting guilty verdict dui bench trial.Mistakes made by judge.Should I put motion in pointing them out or on appeal
Leonard D. Harden
Leonard D. Harden
answered on Jul 28, 2023

It is likely too late to undo or fix an error after a finding of guilty by a judge in district court. The best time to raise issues is before the trial with motions, or during the trial when the issues can be fixed. If you represented yourself the likelihood of preserving a legal issue for appeal... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Ohio on
Q: Can I still test to apply and get to obtain a CDL license in Ohio with multiple DUI offenses?

All misdemeanor offenses. Last offense was in 2008.

Roger  Bouchard
Roger Bouchard
answered on Jul 27, 2023

Unfortunately, just one drug violation prohibits you from obtaining a CDL in Ohio.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Hampshire on
Q: End of dui bench trial. Judge said we had 10 days to get closing statement in. Would judge give prosecutor more time?
Albert Hansen
Albert Hansen
answered on Jul 27, 2023

The Judge could give the prosecutor more time if he or she asks for it and he or she has a good reason for asking for it.

2 Answers | Asked in DUI / DWI for New Jersey on
Q: What does the word operate mean in statue 39:4-50?

Someone advised me that the NJ AG made it clear that “operate” means in forward motion. Which from my understanding would exclude parked vehicles and vehicles running but not in motion.

H. Scott Aalsberg
H. Scott Aalsberg
answered on Jul 25, 2023

Even if the AG made this clear its up to a judge to determine and unfortunately the courts have made operation not just actual operation but go by whether the person had the ability to operate the vehicle in general. If your charged with a DWI or DUI get a good lawyer as the laws are against you... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Missouri on
Q: I husband got 3 dwi’s I’m two years span . He is still going to court over them and has been for a year.

I’m wondering how likely jail time is

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answered on Jul 24, 2023

The chances of jail time for multiple DWIs in Missouri vary based on individual circumstances, such as the case details and prior criminal history. Having multiple DWIs in a short time may lead to harsher penalties. A third DWI offense can result in substantial jail time.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and DUI / DWI for Colorado on
Q: Can a minor be put in an adult probation office? Also can a parent be denied from being present for probation meeting

Asked why he was in an adult office and they couldn't give me an answer and also asked for mental evaluation and they said they don't work with minors but the PO offered to be his councelor??

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answered on Jul 24, 2023

In Colorado, young offenders usually have their own probation system separate from adults. In most cases, parents are allowed and encouraged to be present during probation meetings with their child.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Mississippi on
Q: Got a dui 1st suspended license no insurance which I have at time of said stop and non injury child endangerment

Not been in trouble in 10 years no felonies ever what am I looking as far as what the judge will say??

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answered on Jul 24, 2023

Driving with a suspended license and no insurance can bring more penalties. Child endangerment charges, especially with a child in the vehicle during the DUI, can lead to even harsher consequences.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Tennessee on
Q: My fiancee just got arrested Friday for a warrent on failure to appear on a dui charge he got in I believe 2021.

He was bonded out but given wrong court date. And arrested. He went to court and it was thrown out. He has been pulled over for driving on revoke license couple times since and even arrested but no warrent showed up . He in last month just went and got his license back. How is that possible... View More

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answered on Jul 24, 2023

He needs to hire a competent attorney to represent him on the DUI. And he probably needs to contact DOS and see what is going on with his TNDL. For some reason he does not appear to have a valid DL.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Kentucky on
Q: I was arrested for a dui last night first offense and am looking for advice on next step

Was I I still stopped for no license plate lights then office smelt alcohol. Performed field test then blew a breathylizer. After breathylizer I blew 0.13 and was taken to the jail

Timothy Denison
Timothy Denison
answered on Jul 22, 2023

Enter a plea if not guilty snd hire the best criminal defense attorney you can.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Tennessee on
Q: Individual is arrested for dui, jailed, bailed out on weekend with arraignment on Monday , but has no lawyer yet

He was unable to make phone call in jail and when bail was made attorneys were unavailable. Court date I'm 9 Monday morning. Should he enter a plea of not guilty until counsel is avaiable

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answered on Jul 17, 2023

If asked for a plea, then plea not guilty. He needs to hire an attorney to represent him, not a PD.

1 Answer | Asked in DUI / DWI for Arizona on
Q: Am I condemn of my dwi for a lifetime?
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answered on Jul 14, 2023

a DUI conviction remains on your driving record for a lifetime. However, the legal penalties and consequences for DUI offenses may vary depending on the specific circumstances and the number of prior convictions.

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