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Our client had a job, which required him to drive long distances nearly every day. Because of the frequency of his travels he got several speeding tickets. He finally got one too many and the state was going to suspend his driver’s license. Without his driver’s license, he was looking at the real possibility of losing his job. We appealed the suspension and were able to have the ticket thrown out, which saved our client from losing his driver’s license and more importantly his job.
Our client was arrested by Bessemer Police for alleged DUI. However, she was not intoxicated, but because of a child hood injury was unable to complete the field sobriety test. The police officers exercised very little compassion and would not listen to our client’s explanations for her inability to perform certain tasks. The police made up their mind that she was drunk and placed her under arrest. As soon as I was hired, we appealed her case to Jefferson County Circuit Court and the case was dismissed.
Fourth (4th) DUI and no jail time?
Fourth (4th) DUI and no jail time? You read that heading correctly. Recently, I represented a woman charged with and convicted of her fourth DUI, but the negotiated plea resulted in no jail time. I know how that sounds at … Continue reading
Alabama’s DUI “Double Minimum Punishment Law”, .15% or higher and your driver’s license
On September 1, 2011 the state’s new “double minimum punishment law” or “super DUI law” went into effect. I have already discussed most of the criminal ramifications, such as, double fines and double jail time, but I have not discussed … Continue reading
Why do I need a DUI lawyer?
Why do I need a DUI lawyer in the first place? That was the question I was asked, several months ago, by today’s client. Sometimes it’s a difficult question to answer. There are some occasions where the defendant can handle … Continue reading
Parole hearing with an unbelievable twist
Crazy. Unbelievable. Incredible. I have attended close to 50 parole hearings, but I have never worked a case like the one today. My client, who is now 40 years old, committed a very serious crime when he was 17 years … Continue reading
DUI charge under .08
I blew under .08, but still received a DUI…why? Lately, I have signed up a few new adult clients who were arrested and charged with DUI, but they blew under the legal limit of .08. The first question they each … Continue reading
Thoughts on January 23rd Tornadoes in Alabama
I remember the day after last year’s tornado outbreak, which occurred on April 27, 2011. When I saw the destruction online and on television it was horrific. When I saw interviews with complete strangers who lost everything it was truly … Continue reading
DUI Law for Minors and Youthful Offenders
My kid blew under .08, but still received a charge of DUI…why? Many parents don’t realize that in Alabama, it is unlawful for a minor to have a blood alcohol content above .02. Half a beer would essentially put a … Continue reading
DUI and Roadblocks
This week may be busiest week of the year for me, as far as new clients go, which is crazy because it is the first week of the year. Most of my new clients were arrested for DUI over New … Continue reading
3 Steps to Avoid a DUI Coniviction
This will be my last blog entry of 2011. The main goal of this entry is to encourage all of my friends and followers to avoid getting arrested for DUI. I am always asked what is the best way to … Continue reading
Theft of Property
Alabama needs a First Time Offender Statute. I have a new client who was arrested a couple of weeks ago for Theft of Property 2nd Degree. She is a sweet 64 years old woman who reminds me of my very … Continue reading