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Archive for the ‘Criminal Law’ Category

DUI DWI: Conviction, Punishment, Penalty

This item was filed under [ Alcohol, DUI and DWI ]

This article will help you understand what you might face in the event you are convicted of a DUI or DWI driving offense and what you may have to do in order to get your driver’s license back. In addition to covering habitual violators laws and driver’s assessment tests, it also features a chart to help you understand your state law.

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DUI DWI: What Happens if Stopped by a Cop

What do you do if you’re stopped under suspicion of DUI or DWI? What happens? What should you expect? How should you react? This article, the second in a three part series, will explain what you can expect if you’re stopped by a police officer under suspicion of drinking and driving, how you should act, and the consequences of taking or refusing a sobriety test.

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DUI DWI Drinking and Driving Information

The terms “driving under the influence” (DUI) and “driving while impaired” (DWI) describe the criminal act of operating an automobile while one’s ability is impaired by the effects of alcohol, illegal drugs, prescription medicine or other substance. DUI and DWI are illegal in all 50 states, with each state enacting its own set of DUI/DWI drinking and driving laws.

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Juvenile Crimes Courts and Procedure

This item was filed under [ Basics and Procedure, Criminal Law, Juvenile Law ]

This article will explain who is legally considered a juvenile or a “minor” and how the juvenile court and handles crimes committed by minors. It will also help you understand the rights your minor child may have if arrested as well as frequent juvenile court procedure.

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Criminal Law: Sentencing, Parole, Probation

This article will assist you in understanding the basics of criminal law concerning sentencing, parole and probation. It will also cover pre-sentencing reports, suspended sentences, community service, bail, the differences between jail and prison and other topics of concern to an accused criminal defendant or convicted inmate.

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