DUI/DWI
What constitutes DUI/DWI?
If you have a blood alcohol content of .08% of higher and operating a motor vehicle, you are considered DUI or DWI, and this is a drunken driving offense. If you are under the legal drinking age of 21, you will be considered to be DUI or DWI with blood alcohol content greater than .01% or .02% dependent on the area that you are in.
What are the ways that they can determine a DUI/DWI?
The authorities have three different methods to determine whether or not a driver is operating a motor vehicle under the influence. These are 1) Observing erratic driving, 2) Field Sobriety Tests, and 3) Chemical Blood Alcohol Level Tests.
DRUG POSESSION
What is the process for a drug possession case?
The Stages of a Criminal Case: The stages in the criminal process for drug possession will be thoroughly explained to you by your attorney. These stages include the arrest process, booking and bail, the arraignment where you will appear in the courtroom and the plea bargain if this is in your best interest. After these steps have occurred there is typically a preliminary hearing where you will stand before a judge to determine if a trial will be held. Sentencing occurs when the case goes to trial. Once sentencing and the court punishment details are handed down, your lawyer may file an appeal where the criminal case would go to a higher court.
