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Hot Pursuit in SC DUI Cases: When is a pursuit warranted?
You've likely heard the term "hot pursuit" on television and in movies. The term means that an officer can pursue you without a warrant for arrest. The reason for the pursuit is because of the facts surrounding the situation. According to the facts surrounding the...
DUI After Original Incident: A Difficult, Yet Possible Charge
If you think you might be at risk of receiving a DUI, it's important to understand that it's not cut and dry. Most people think that if you 'get away with it', and make it home, you're in the clear. However, there is a possibility that you can receive a charge for DUI...
Mandatory DUI Video Laws | Monroe DWI Lawyer
Because video evidence is important, every police car has cameras. However, North Carolina does not have a mandatory DUI video law. As a result, police really don't have to record or save anything. So why do we have cameras in cars if we don't have to use them? So why...
DUI Jury Bias at Trial | Monroe DWI Attorney
While facing a jury trial, one of the first issues is DUI jury bias. So how does your Monroe DWI attorney deal with it? Because DUI Jury Bias is Real Although the law says you get a fair and impartial jury, they don't always start out that way. Rather, through...
DUI Blood Draw | Monroe DWI Attorney
While investigating a possible DWI, the police have the power to do a DUI blood draw under certain conditions. So keep reading to know how far the State can go under the law. DUI Blood Draw Cases While no one wants truly "drunk" drivers on the road, some believe the...
Client Communication and DUI | Monroe DWI Attorney
Because facing a criminal charge can be scary, client communication with your lawyer is very important. So here we explain why our clients have our mobile phone number and direct email address. Client Communication in Today's World While in the old days, lawyers and...
Breath Testing: Should You Blow? | Monroe DWI Attorney
So if stopped for suspicion of DWI in Union County, should you consent to breath testing? And what if you dare to refuse? We'll explain your options here. Breath Testing: Your Rights and Consequences While most folks who call us have already been arrested, many still...
Craft Beer and DUI Arrests | Monroe Union County DWI Attorney
Craft beer is awesome because it tastes great (most of the time) and comes in many flavors and varieties. Essentially, there is something for everyone. Furthermore, the alcohol percentage differs with each beer. Therefore, these are beers that are not meant to be...
Jury Strategy in DUI Trials | Monroe DWI Attorney
Because every case is different, DWI lawyers must change their jury strategy to fit each set of facts. So here we explain some common approaches. Jury Strategy in DUI Cases Rather than winning points, a lot of jury trials involve basic human instincts and psychology....
Failure to Appear | Monroe Criminal Attorneys
So what happens if you miss a court date? Rather than resolve your case, the judge will issue an Order for arrest for failure to appear. Failure to Appear on Court Date Because of our busy lives, things come up, and people miss their court dates. After all, sometimes...