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Posts Tagged ‘DUI’« Older EntriesNewer Entries » Top 6 Major Differences between DWI & DUIPosted on May 23, 2011
DUI and DWI are interchangeable in some states, however in some states like Texas there are considered to be two different offenses. While DUI is driving under the influence, DWI is driving while intoxicated.In both offenses a person is driving a motor vehicle in a public place, however the targets varies in each type of offense. Top 6 Differences between DUI and DWIDUI and DWI are two similar crimes but are considered to be two different offenses. Here are the few differences:
Whether you are convicted for a DWI or DUI, you will have to face serious penalties and punishment in any case. Alcohol Abuse, DUI, DWINo Comments »Alcohol Abuse DUI DWIEssential Considerations to Protect Yourself if Arrested for DWI/Drunk Driving/DUIPosted on May 16, 2011
How does a Driver reconcile the need to cooperate with The Man vs. the desire to not be convicted of a DUI? Think of it as a game of chess. When The Man activates his lights and siren, and comes up to your window with a gun and a badge, a driver understands the need to appear cooperative. It becomes problematic if the driver could not mask the odor of alcoholic beverages or if something was wrong with the driving. A weave is a DUI Officer’s pet peeve. Reality hurts when a DWI Officer thinks he can smell alcohol. Like a bowling ball rolling down the lane, the DWI Driver Dude is facing the inevitable drunk driving “approach.” The Officer’s approach is simple: Smell = Gather Drunk Driving Evidence = Arrest. The driver’s approach is complicated. Exactly how does the driver appear to cooperate while exercising vested rights? “Rights” is not a favorite word of the DUI Officer. In fact, once the driver starts mentioning rights, the Officer can take it as Refusal. Refusal usually means a longer license suspension and/or a jury instruction for consciousness of guilt. Rights are pretty limited anyway in a DWI case. The Implied Consent Law generally means the Driver MUST submit to blood or breath test. And that usually does not include the right to speak to a lawyer first or the right to remain silent as silence can be deemed a Refusal. The odor not only makes Driver a Presumed DWI Arrest Target. It may cause resentment by the DUI Officer. Too many times, drunk-smelling drivers hassle The Man. And The Man is usually not very patient or understanding. Therefore, it is important to remain polite. A mental balancing challenge follows. Of course, it’s naturally a function of each step the DUI Officer takes and the words he or she chooses to use. Much like a game of chess, each player has pieces to use. The DUI Officer is the King, so you cannot touch him. The hand-held breath test gadget is the Queen. But while the Queen may approach the Driver, the Driver does not have to blow kisses at the Queen. Unless the Driver is underage, Flanked by his gun & badge, his rooks or castles, the officer gets out of his car, his knight. Admitting drinking becomes one bishop; smelling alcohol is his other bishop. Every question he asks is by design, like the use of pawns. Since the driver is at a strong disadvantage, the driver’s frontline moves are essentially his eight pawns. Therefore, the driver plays by the rules, using these eight (8) moves:
About the Author: Rick Mueller is a Top-Rated San Diego DUI Lawyer specializing in Drunk Driving, DUI & DMV Defense, and has over 25 years of experience. Known as the “DMV Guru,” Rick Mueller dedicates 100% of his law practice to aggressively defending those accused of driving under the influence of alcohol. MADD Tree of Life Tribute FundPosted on Jan 31, 2011Established in 1980, MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) is a non-profit organization that is committed to eliminate drunk driving through public awareness programs. The mission of MADD is “To aid the victims of crimes performed by individuals driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, to aid the families of such victims and to increase public awareness of the problem of drinking and drugged driving.” About Mothers Against Drunk Driving Tree of Life Tribute FundOn MADD’s website you can create a tribute to honor the people you love. You can also display photos and share memories and stories. You can find a tribute or create a tribute on the online Tree of Life Tribute page. When creating your online Tree of Life Tribute page, this will be your own Tribute Fund and family members and friends can donate and raise money for MADD’s mission, which is to stop drunk driving, support the victims of this violent crime and prevent underage drinking. Creating Your Tree of Life TributeTo get your Tree of Life started, just click on the Create a Tribute link that is displayed and follow the instructions. Once this is done you can:
Once you meet $2,500 in support via your online Tree of Life Tribute, you will get to add a leaf plaque to the Tree of Life located in the MADD National Headquarters. The leaf will be engraved with a message of your choosing. You will also get your own personalized leaf to take home. Accounts InformationIf you are previously registered members to the Walk Like MADD team, you can use your existing information from your profile and log-in to your account. However, if you have not registered yet, you will need to enter your street and e-mail address and create a user name/ password login during the fund creation process. DUI, MADD1 Comment »DUI MADD Tree of Life Tribute |
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