Many people believe that the only way they can get a DUI is if they are over the per se limit of 0.08%. The reality is that you can get a DUI if you have any amount of alcohol in your system, even if you aren’t over the .08% limit. Why? Even a small amount of alcohol...
The Second Amendment gives you the right to possess firearms, but state and federal law place some limitations on those rights. Federal laws make specific people, like those with certain mental health issues or a history of domestic violence, ineligible for firearm...
If you have been charged with assault and battery, claiming self-defense seems like the most sensible thing to do. Anyone is expected to defend themselves in the face of danger or risk to their life. However, there is more to a self-defense claim in your assault...
The police may pull you over on suspicion of driving under the influence and ask you to perform a breath test to ascertain your sobriety. Alternatively, they may ask you to perform a set of physical tests known as field sobriety tests. This is what they include: The...
If facing criminal charges, you need to address the legal aspects of the situation. However, people often overlook the emotional toll of facing criminal charges. Not only does facing criminal charges cause you stress, but it can also greatly impact your loved ones....
If you are driving and see an officer pull up behind you, you may immediately start to move over so they can get around you or so you can stop. Do you have to stop, though, if you haven’t done anything wrong? Even if you have, is it a requirement that you stop...
Anyone who drinks and drives can be arrested on DUI charges, regardless of their age and other factors. However, the laws in the state make it easier for young people to face arrest. Specifically, Montana uses zero-tolerance laws in regard to underage drinking. For...
While the majority of Americans are extended the right to own firearms under the Second Amendment, at least once they reach an appropriate and legal age, this right can be lost by certain individuals. For instance, many people who are convicted of felonies are...
Being pulled over while driving can be a stressful experience for anyone, even if you believe that you have done nothing wrong. Yet, if you drive long enough, it is likely that the police will pull you over at some point. Understanding how to stay calm during a...
Driving under influence (DUI) is a serious offense. If you have been arrested and charged with DUI – especially if it is your first arrest – you may be scared and confused, but it’s important to keep your wits about you. What you do, or fail to do, following your DUI...
