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1. Ford, Randal: What are the penalties for DUI in Tuscaloosa? For a first offense, the penalties are: ¥ Up to 1 year in jail ¥ A fine ranging from $600 to $2100 ¥ Mandatory attendance at a court-approved substance abuse program ¥ DriverÕs license suspension for 90 days For a second offense within five years, the penalties are: ¥ No less than 5 days and no more than 1 year in jail ¥ A fine ranging from $1,100 to $5,100 ¥ Mandatory attendance at a court-ordered treatment program ¥ DriverÕs license suspension for 1 year For a third offense within five years, the penalties are: ¥ Between 60 days and 1 year in jail ¥ A fine ranging from $2,100 to $10,000 ¥ Mandatory attendance at a court-ordered treatment program ¥ DriverÕs license revocation for 3 years While the above offenses are misdemeanors, a fourth conviction within five years is classified as a Class C felony. The penalties are: ¥ Jail time from 1 year and 1 day to 10 years ¥ A fine ranging from $4,100 to $10,100 ¥ Mandatory attendance at a court-ordered treatment program ¥ DriverÕs license revocation for 5 years
2. Smith, Bret: What's at Stake When a person is charged with crime, he or she may face the scary possibility of going to jail. Even when the state fails to meet its burden and a defendant is found innocent, the accused typically has to cope with terrible stress and the stigma of being charged with a crime. Driving Under the Influence Driving Under the Influence, or DUI, is a serious criminal charge that is frequently charged in the state of Alabama. If a person is charged with a DUI, it is very important that he or she contact an attorney as soon as possible. When a person is charged with DUI, two separate cases are triggered -- a criminal case and a driver's license case. Once arrested, a person has only 10 days to request a hearing to save his or her driver's license. The penalties and sentences if a person is convicted of DUI vary in severity depending on the number of his or her prior drunk driving convictions. Special Issues and Concerns for College Students College students are frequently charged with crimes and violations such as minor in possession and open container. While such violations are not as serious as other crimes, convictions may discredit a person's permanent criminal record and multiple convictions may result in more significant penalties.
3. Love, Kristen: Though legislators have relatively unfettered power to decide whether a certain behavior should be a crime, many rules limit the ways in which the state or federal government can prosecute someone for a crime. These restrictions start with the U.S. Constitution's Bill of Rights, which provides basic protections-such as the right to refuse to testify against oneself, the right to confront one's accusers and the right to a trial by jury-for people charged with crimes. State constitutions may increase (but not take away from) the federal protections. Federal and state legislatures can pass laws governing how criminal procedures work in their jurisdictions, but these laws cannot reduce the protections offered by the federal and state constitutions.
4. Michael Upton: Criminal Defense:Ê If you or someone you know is a suspect or has been accused of a crime, now is the time to contact me.Ê Many believe that a Criminal Defense lawyer is not necessary until the police have a warrant or until the defendant has been arrested.Ê This is incorrect, and is a mistake that could make the difference between freedom and prison.Ê DUI Defense:Ê If arrested for DUI, you should never go to court without an attorney.Ê The prosecutor will offer 'no jail time' in exchange for your guilty plea, however the prosecutor is not there to help you. DUI cases are serious and very complex.Ê You need a D.U.I. specialist.ÊÊÊ
5. Pollard Law Firm: You should consult an attorney for individual advice regarding your own situation.
6. Leon Storie: Almost everyone knows someone who has been charged with DUI. The police must follow many technical rules when processing a person for DUI. Not following any of these procedures could result in a DUI case being dismissed. A careful review of the facts of the case is always important to determine whether a DUI case can be won in court.
7. Turner, Webb & Roberts: The crime of drunk driving is generally defined in two ways: (1) having a blood alcohol content above the limit set by law, or (2) driving under the influence of alcohol. To find a person guilty under the first definition, a jury must be convinced beyond a reasonable doubt that the person's blood alcohol content (BAC) exceeded a certain amount. In most states the legal limit is .08 percent.
8. Joel Sogol: DUI - Traffic violations can have serious criminal consequences, particularly when a driver is accused of driving under the influence. A conviction on DUI charges will result in fines, loss of driving privileges, and possibly land you in jail. In addition, your insurance company may increase your rates to an unmanageable level or refuse to insure you at all. In defending against an impaired driving charge, I can insure that your rights as a criminal defendant are protected, including the right to cross-examine the witnesses against you, even if they are police officers. An experienced criminal defense attorney can make all the difference in such a difficult case.