When flashing lights appear in your rearview mirror, it can be stressful – whether or not you have been drinking. Consequently, you may do or say something that can unintentionally escalate an innocent situation. Being prepared for what happens next after an OUI traffic stop can help you remain calm,
If a police officer determines that you are operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol, he or she could arrest you for driving under the influence (DUI). You can also be arrested if you are found to have a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08
Before you can be charged with an OUI in Maine, a police officer must stop your vehicle. Police must have a reason for stopping drivers, according to Title 29-A §105 in Maine. Observing a driver leave a bar on a weekend is not a valid reason. If you are arrested
Article Updated: March 9, 2023 What is an Ignition Interlock Device? There are a lot of penalties that can result from an OUI conviction. For many offenders, the worst effect of a conviction is the license suspension. Depending on the circumstances of their arrest and their criminal record, a person
Many people who are accused of driving under the influence choose to plead guilty to the charges. The reason for this is that they are unaware of the fact that there are ways to challenge the evidence which the authorities believe they have against you. The testing methods used by
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