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Is a DUI/DWI Charge a Criminal Offense or a Traffic Offense?

Driving under the influence or DUI is a criminal offense of driving a motor vehicle with an alcohol level that exceeds the legal limit. This offense is also applicable when the offender operates a...

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Can I Still Get My CNA License With An Un-Disposed DUI Charge?

To answer this question you have to look at the laws of the state that you reside. Whether or not you can get your license depends on a couple of factors. Regardless of whether it is un-disposed, it...

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Do you have to disclose a DUI on an employment application if the DUI was...

Driving under the influence (DUI) is usually a crime designated as a misdemeanor or a felony. A person convicted of a DUI has a criminal record under the criminal laws in most states. A DUI arrest or a...

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What happens if I violated my DUI probation by not being able to pay for the...

Most states require motorists convicted of an alcohol- or drug-related driving violation to complete a state-approved DUI program. The intent of the programs is to reduce the number of repeat offenders...

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What are the requirements for a hardship license in Texas?

A hardship license is granted to Texas residents who are between the ages of 15 to 18 who were able to complete an approved driver training course and who were able to provide proof of the need to...

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How Do I Get A Restricted License After A Dui Conviction?

DUI convictions are serious ones that come with severe consequences. People who are convicted of driving under the influence almost always have their driver’s licenses suspended or revoked for a period...

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How Long Do Breathalyzers Detect Alcohol?

Imagine: you’re out with friends, and you have a drink or two. It’s nothing out of the normal, but as the evening winds down, you get ready to hop in your car and go home. You put the keys in the...

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How To Calculate BAC

As the best judges will remind you, driving after drinking is not illegal; driving impaired is illegal. When you are enjoying yourself, make sure you know when you have reached your limit. Here is how...

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6 Different Types Of Alcohol-Related Crimes Explained

There are many types of criminal charges a person can face after consuming alcohol. Many depend on the jurisdiction where a police arrest was made, and some may include charges relating to the...

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How to Check If a License Is Suspended Online

Driving with a suspended license in the United States is a serious crime and can lead to strict penalties. Many drivers can fall into this category where they are driving around without even knowing...

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What Is a SCRAM Bracelet?

You may have heard the term SCRAM bracelet or alcohol bracelet in relation to DUI. But what do those terms really mean? The term “SCRAM” stands for Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitor. The...

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