After an evening out or following the consumption of a few drinks, it can be difficult to tell if you have met the legal limit for intoxication. As a result, you may find yourself facing charges for drinking and driving. In Missouri, according to the Missouri...
DUI/DWI
A DUI mark on your record will have far-reaching consequences
Perhaps you believe that if charged with driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI), you can put the issue behind you once you have dealt with the penalties. However, a conviction for DUI will follow you for years and can affect many areas of your life. Background...
What happens if you lose your driver’s license over a DUI charge?
If law enforcement stops you on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI), your first concern might be the possibility of losing your driving privileges. In the state of Missouri, anyone arrested for DUI faces two aspects of the law: criminal law and...
Can your apartment complex evict you for a DUI?
Receiving a DUI conviction can shake up the lives of both students and professionals alike. Your academic future, your career reputation, and even your ability to rent an apartment might all be at risk. After receiving a DUI charge, it is important to build a strong...
What are the consequences of refusing DUI alcohol testing?
When you become a licensed driver in the state of Missouri, you are subject to an implied consent law. This means that you must take an alcohol or drug test if requested by a law enforcement officer. If you refuse testing, what are the consequences? License issues...
What to do during a DWI stop
Seeing a patrol car behind you is nerve-wracking for anyone. If you have recently had a drink, those blue lights are especially frightening. Panic only makes the situation worse. Learning what to do now, before a stop, may help you remain calm and collected if...
Will that one-time DWI stay on my record forever?
For many, their first and possibly only brush with the law comes in the form of drunk driving charges. It may have been a one-time lapse in judgement, but with so much at stake, a person charged with DWI for the first time might want to avoid having a stain on their...