Year: 2015

How a DUI may result in a job loss

In previous blog posts, we've discussed some of the consequences that Rhode Island drivers face if convicted of drunk driving charges. These penalties include costly fines, driver's license suspension or revocation, jail time, probation, community service and...

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Necessity, duress and other DUI defenses

A person who is accused of a drunk driving offense will likely feel that there is no way that they can successfully defend the charges against them. "A DUI is insurmountable," the individual may think. However, there are certain circumstances that may be involved in...

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Don’t underestimate the seriousness of a DUI charge

When you think about the typical DUI, you may think that there are only legal consequences on the line. In other words, you may only think about the potential jail time, the fines, the license revocation, and the court costs that a person has to deal with. However,...

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Ignition interlock devices can create issues for drivers

A very interesting study was just released by researchers at the University of Michigan. They looked at drunk driving accidents, drunk driving deaths, and the use of ignition interlock devices, and they concluded that if ignition interlock devices were installed on...

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