So-called “sobriety” checkpoints have just one purpose: to identify impaired drivers and put them under arrest for driving under the influence (DUI) of drugs or alcohol. While not legal in every state, they are considered legal in Mississippi, so long as they are...
There are several possible reasons the police might pull you over. They may believe you were speeding or failed to signal a turn. However, the police may also believe that you are inebriated. If the police believe you are inebriated, you may be asked to prove that...
Labor Day will soon be here. Even though warm weather will continue to linger for several weeks, the holiday weekend seems to signal the end of summer fun. This is when many families try to squeeze in those last cookouts and gatherings that last into the evening...
When they take the witness stand, an eyewitness in a criminal case may seem very convincing. They give their account of what happened, and it may seem to jurors like they remember the events accurately. If they say that a suspect was at the scene of the crime, the...
Independence Day is fast approaching, and you can anticipate that the roads will be full of people traveling to celebrate with friends and family. Law enforcement officials may also be on full throttle to catch drunk drivers or motorists who might be dangerous on the...
You know that drinking and driving is a bad idea, but you still like to go out and have a good time. You don’t want to take any unnecessary risks, however, and you definitely don’t want to end up facing drunk driving charges because you had one drink too many. Is a...
Although every case is unique, there are two main types of tests that are used in DUI cases. The first is a field sobriety test, such as the one-leg stand. Officers will often administer this test on the side of the road after they have stopped a driver that they...
If the police arrest you on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI), you’ll undoubtedly be pretty upset. Getting arrested is enough to ruin everyone’s day. Yet, once the initial shock and distress wears off, you might start to become more relaxed about it all....
If you are taking the time to read this post, you already know that allegations of drunk driving are serious. Even a first-time offense can come with up to 48 hours imprisonment, up to one year drivers’ license suspension, and financial penalties of up to $1,000. Add...
As New Year's Eve approaches, drivers need to understand the concept of reasonable suspicion as it applies to drunk driving stops. This legal standard directly impacts how and why law enforcement officers can stop vehicles to investigate potential drunk driving....