Blogs
Holiday DUIs: 6 Steps to Take After Being Pulled Over
3rd March 2024
There’s never a good time to be pulled over for DUI, of course, but to have this happen during the holiday season is even worse. Instead of this being the best time of the year, it will suddenly be filled with stress and worry. A DUI conviction has serious consequences. You could be looking at… Read more »
Steps to Take if You’re Pulled Over for Drunk Driving on St. Patrick’s Day
1st March 2024
Understanding your rights is crucial in a St. Patrick’s Day DUI stop. Summary St. Patrick’s Day celebrations often see a rise in drunk driving and police activity, so it’s a good idea to know what steps to take if you’re pulled over for drunk driving on St. Patrick’s Day. DUI penalties in North Dakota include… Read more »
Understanding Search and Seizure Laws: What Every Citizen Should Know
7th February 2024
Summary Search and seizure laws exist to protect citizens from abuses of law enforcement power. To search your property or person, law enforcement must first obtain a search warrant. There are some circumstances in which law enforcement doesn’t need a search warrant, but the requirements are very strict. If your rights have been violated, an… Read more »
Important News about Drinking and Driving
12th January 2024
Summary Stay up to date with the latest important news about drinking and driving. Texas implemented “Bentley’s Law” (House Bill 303), compelling drunk drivers convicted of killing parents to pay child support. The law, effective since September 1, 2023, mandates payments starting a year after release from prison until the victim’s children turn 18. Other… Read more »
Is it Okay to Drive After Only Two Drinks?
20th December 2023
Summary: Many factors determine how many drinks it takes someone to be too drunk to drive. Even though you might assume it’s okay to drive after a couple of drinks, you could be more impaired than you think. If you rely on a personal breathalyzer to decide whether or not to drive, you need to… Read more »
The Science of Breathalyzers in North Dakota
6th October 2023
Breathalyzers play a critical role in DUI (driving under the influence) cases in Fargo, North Dakota, and across the United States. Manufacturers design these devices to measure a driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) from their breath. Understanding the science behind breathalyzers is crucial because it can affect legal outcomes, ensuring fairness in the justice system…. Read more »
What Happens When You Get a DUI in Fargo, North Dakota?
25th September 2023
If an officer has arrested you for suspicion of DUI in Fargo, North Dakota, you’ve probably been through a terrifying experience. Knowing that it happens to thousands of people across our state every year doesn’t make you feel any better. You’re scared of what might happen next and its impact on your life. A Sand… Read more »
Challenging DUI Evidence and Ensuring Fair Legal Proceedings
6th September 2023
Facing a DUI (Driving Under the Influence) charge can be daunting, but understanding DUI evidence and your legal rights can help ensure a fair legal process. This article will outline the types of evidence commonly associated with DUI cases, the legal standards that protect your rights, and common defense strategies to challenge DUI evidence. You’ll… Read more »
Blood, Breath, and Tears: Challenging the Accuracy of DUI Testing Methods
4th September 2023
In many states, including North Dakota, field sobriety tests are responsible for helping law enforcement determine whether someone has been drinking. For example, some common types of field sobriety tests include: Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus Test One-Leg Stand Test Walk and Turn Test Finger to Nose Test The Romberg Balance Test The above tests are considered… Read more »
Tools to Help Chronic Drunk Drivers
11th May 2023
Unfortunately, North Dakota has historically been one of the worst states in the country when it comes to driving under the influence of alcohol. Our state had a drunk driving accident rating of 11.3 per 100,000 population in 2012. This rate is more than three times the U.S. rate (3.3). South Dakota’s rate was 5.7…. Read more »