August 4, 2022
Each state has different laws regarding driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence, DWI and DUI, respectively. If you are a Missouri resident and police arrest and charge you with DWI, you should know the potential penalties you may face if a judge convicts you of the charges. As with all states, the particulars...
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August 4, 2022
You may think you can only get a DUI if you are driving a car on a Missouri road. However, if you are drinking while operating a boat, you may find yourself charged with boating under the influence (BUI). In some ways, a BUI charge is similar to a DUI. FindLaw says that most state and federal...
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August 4, 2022
If you are pulled over by Missouri law enforcement on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol, you may be asked to submit to a breath test. Law enforcement officers in the state, and across the country, use breath test devices as a way to determine your blood alcohol level, as it is impossible...
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August 4, 2022
With the fall semester off to a rousing start at Missouri’s colleges and universities, it is time for football games, fraternity and sorority parties, and all the other extracurricular activities inherent in campus life. Many of these activities include drinking, especially beer. Before you overindulge and possibly find yourself facing DUI charges, consider the many ways...
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August 4, 2022
Recreational marijuana may not be currently legal in Missouri, but that doesn’t mean residents refrain from using cannabis. Many people reason that they won’t face drug penalties if they don’t get caught. However, you may wonder if you can be arrested on suspicion of driving while high in Missouri – and whether using pot can...
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August 4, 2022
It’s that time of year again. Back-to-school, but instead of sending your children to high school, they’re on their way to college. This is an exciting time of year for parents and students alike, but it can also be nerve-wracking, especially for parents who are worried about the safety of children who are just venturing...
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August 4, 2022
Authorities in Missouri at the Missouri Department of Revenue may revoke or deny your driving privileges for a number of reasons. Common among these is a conviction or guilty plea for a driving while intoxicated charge. Other reasons include an accumulation of points on your driver’s license or a conviction for a felony involving a...
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August 4, 2022
Residents in Missouri who are accused of DUI-related crimes have a lot on the line if they’re convicted. The DUI laws in Missouri do not allow much room for mistake, and if you find yourself up against a charge, you could also find yourself looking at some strict sentencing. Findlaw takes a look at Missouri’s...
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August 4, 2022
If you are looking forward to obtaining your master’s degree at a prestigious university, your aspirations could be put on hold due to a DUI or DWI mark on your record. Some colleges will decline admittance if you have a misdemeanor or felony conviction. However, providing honest information about the drunk-driving incident may make all...
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August 4, 2022
The state of Missouri has some interesting rules when it comes to driving while intoxicated. Individuals accused of these offenses often find it beneficial to familiarize themselves with the possible consequences of a guilty verdict in their case. Penalties become more stringent when the accused has multiple offenses on his or her record. However, it is not...
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