Author Archives: Brian Joslyn
How to Deal with DUI Charges During Spring Break
Students throughout the country spend their spring semester anticipating the week-long vacation relaxing from academic requirements and enjoying time spent with friends. Whether students travel or stay in their home states, alcohol consumption is a large part of spring break. The spring break periods for Ohio State University, Ohio Dominican University, Franklin University and DeVry University […]
Are DUI Checkpoints Considered Unconstitutional in Ohio?
Local Ohio organization Cop Block recently protested a planned drunk driving checkpoint in Washington Township in Montgomery County arguing the stops are unconstitutional. Members of the organization allegedly advised drivers to turn around and take an alternate route to avoid stopping at the police-organized checkpoint, according to ABC 22 News. The group allegedly did so […]
Refusing to Take an OVI Breath, Blood or Urine Test in Ohio
Refusing to take a breath, blood or urine test when suspected of Operating a Vehicle Impaired in Ohio, also called an OVI, can result in serious consequences. If you are facing OVI-related charges, it is critical that you contact a qualified Ohio OVI Defense Lawyer immediately to learn more about your legal rights and options. […]
Proposed Oklahoma Bill Would Restrict Alcohol Consumption After DUI Conviction
A proposed bill in the Oklahoma Senate would impose additional restrictions on those convicted of a drunk driving offense, including prohibiting them from purchasing and consuming alcohol for a certain period of time after the alleged offense. State Sen. Patrick Anderson proposed the new regulations under Senate Bill 30. This law essentially would prohibit those convicted […]
New Smartphone Applications Can Determine Blood Alcohol Content
The use of technology and smart phones has been on the rise in recent years, and now developers have established applications that could help drunk drivers find alternative ways to get home safely. According to Popular Science, the makers of a portable breath analysis device called Breathometer have teamed up with ride-sharing company Uber to […]
Ohio Supreme Court Hears Opening Arguments for OVI Conviction Appeal
The Ohio Supreme Court recently heard oral arguments for a case in which a driver who was convicted of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol appealed his sentence claiming it was unreasonable and was an abuse of discretion. The case of State v. South, 2014-Ohio-374 was the result of 2012 accident in which […]
Colorado Governor Seeking Stricter DUI Legislation
Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper announced last week he would like to see state lawmakers pass legislation with more severe penalties for drunk and drugged driving offenses, including a new felony DUI law. Current Colorado law makes DUI offenses a misdemeanor charge, unless a person was injured as a result of the offense. House Bill 15-1043 […]
Repeat Offender DUI Offenses
Any DUI offense carries the potential for serious penalties. For those with prior convictions, howeve,r the consequences become even more severe. This was the case with an Ohio native who was sentenced to 8 years in prison this week for his 7th DUI offense in 14 years. The convicted man, who faced charges in a […]
The Consequences for a High BAC during a DUI Arrest
Any DUI charge carries very serious consequences that could affect your life for years to come. However, if a driver is found to have a blood alcohol level that is above .17, he or she can be charged under even more strenuous circumstances. A DUI offense involving a high BAC level carries even steeper penalties […]
Super Bowl Weekend is High Risk Time for DUI Offenses
Sports fans across the country are gearing up for the anticipated Super Bowl game this weekend. This means that tens of thousands will be partying with their friends while cheering for their favorite team. Alcohol often comes into the mix while watching the game and it is important for drivers to remember the dire consequences […]
