You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardAccording to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, one drink is equivalent to 1.5 ounces of 80 proof liquor (40% alcohol), 12 ounces of beer (4.5% alcohol) or 5 ounces of wine (12% alcohol.) But just how many...
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Getting In An Accident After You’ve Been Drinking
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardBeing involved in an accident is never a fun experience. Whether it was a small fender bender or a wreck that resulted in severe injuries, accidents can lead to large expenses, increased insurance rates, and even criminal charges...
Can A Cop Search My Car?
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardWhen you see the cherries and berries flashing in your rearview mirror, it is important that you know what your rights are during a roadside stop. While being pulled over can feel like a stressful experience, it doesn’t have to be...
How To Prevent Getting A DUI
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardGetting a DUI is far more than just a nuisance. Depending on the severity of your charge, you could be facing tens of thousands of dollars in fines, as well as probation, community service, the loss of your driver’s license, and...
How To Prepare For Your First Court Date
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardWhen you are facing a criminal charge, nothing about the process feels fun. Whether the charge is for a minor offense or you are facing felony charges, our team is here to help you every step of the way. When you need a criminal...
Five Surprising Times You Might Be In Danger Of A DUI And Not Know It
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardYou were out partying with friends and consumed your fair share of alcohol. Feeling the effects of one too many wine coolers, you decide to be responsible and call yourself an Uber. After all, you know you are too intoxicated to get...
DUII – D is for Driving. What does it mean to drive?
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardIn Oregon, the “D” in the acronym DUII, stands for driving. More specifically, driving a vehicle. Surprising, isn’t it? It doesn’t take a rocket scientist, or a criminal defense lawyer to tell you what most people already know: You...
Part II: DUII – UI is for “Under the Influence”
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardIn the first installment of our series on What DUII Means in Oregon, we covered the term “driving” and what it takes to be found driving for the purposes of an Oregon DUII. In this second installment, we ask, “What does it mean to...
Oregon DUII Defined – Driving a Vehicle. What Does Vehicle mean?
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardFor the purposes of Oregon DUII law, a person must be driving a vehicle to be charged with a DUII. So, what constitutes a vehicle? It shouldn’t come as a shock that vehicles include cars and trucks and motorcycles and things of that...
How to Stop Your Friends From Drinking and Driving
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardLet’s be honest, it can be challenging keeping a friend, family member, or co-worker from making a decision like drinking and driving. After a couple of drinks, judgment can be impaired, and even when we think we are okay to drive,...