New legislation has been enacted in Washington D.C. that is affecting the city’s penalties for DUI charges. Starting on August 1st of this year, in a statewide effort to crack down on impaired driving, punishments for DUI in Washington D.C. will dramatically increase. According to a MADD chart that ranks each state on a scale…
Happy Fourth of July! You’re probably digging out your most star-spangled red, white & blue clothing, firing up the barbecue and getting ready to celebrate. Tomorrow will be full of parties, music and dancing, refilled drinks, and a great time. But having to work on Thursday isn’t the only reason you should be partying responsibly….
Most of us are familiar with the landmark case Miranda v. Arizona. “Miranda” rights are read by a police officer to suspects in custody that they intend to question, and usually begin with “You have the right to remain silent…” (click link to read full Miranda warning). These warnings are a summary of our 5th and 6th Amendment rights, and are…
Currently, there is a bill in Arizona that could compromise your constitutionally-protected civil liberties in regards to DUI procedures and punishments in favor of preserving the state budget. It has just recently gone into effect a few days ago on December 31, 2011, and takes away the right to a jury trial for first-time offenders…
