You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardIn some cases, after being accused and convicted of a DUI, you’ll have your license suspended or revoked. In moments like these, your life can change dramatically. Suddenly, the freedom you once had to travel is no longer yours. An...
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The Dos and Don’ts of Being Stopped for a DUI
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardHow you behave when being stopped by a cop for any offense, whether it’s speeding, a broken tail light, or for suspicion of driving under the influence, can make or break your case. Cops are humans too, and if you make their jobs...
How to Comfort Those Affected By a Drunk Driver
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardAccording to the United States Department of Transportation, almost 30 people die in drunk-driving crashes every day in the United States. That’s one person every 48 minutes. With such numbers, most of us either have been affected...
Consequences of a DUI
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardBeing arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) or for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII) is only the beginning. Drinking and driving is not only a serious offense and can result in a felony on your record, but...
DUI Penalties: 1st, 2nd, and More Offenses
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardWhen you’re pulled over and are charged with a DUI, one of the first things you may want to know is what the potential penalties are if you are convicted. In Oregon, DUIs are either a misdemeanor or a felony, so penalties can range...
DUII Diversion Program Oregon – What You Need to Know
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardWhen you’re charged with a DUII (Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants), a DUII diversion program might sound like the best possible outcome, it can allow you to keep your driver’s license and potentially reduce the suspensions...
Am I Too Drunk to Drive?
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardIf you went to college (or even a fun-loving high school), attended a holiday party, New Years party, or went out to dinner with a loved one, there’s a good chance you’ve asked yourself “Am I too drunk to drive?” The simple and...
What is the DUI Process in Bend, OR? Part II
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardIn our previous post, we discussed the DUI process, including from the time you were arrested to the arraignment. This process can be overwhelming and without the right representation, these steps can be confusing and difficult to...
What is the DUI Process in Bend, OR? Part I
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardWe realize that drinking at a party may seem harmless — up until the point when you can’t decide if you’ve had too much to be able to drive. And if you do decide that you are “OK” to drive, do you know what the process of being...
6 DUI Myths to Understand Before Halloween
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardHalloween is the perfect time of year to let loose and have a good time, but that doesn’t mean that laws aren’t still in place. At Donahue Law Firm, we want everyone to be safe while having fun. Our DUI attorneys understand that...