Archives : 2010 : November

1. Drive Hammered, Get Nailed Campaign Underway

   Nov 29, 2010 —

   From Thanksgiving until January 2, 2011 the Washington Traffic Commission is reminding residents about their “Drive Hammered, Get Nailed” campaign. … [More]

2. DUI – 7 Rules of the Road

   Nov 24, 2010 —

   There will be added emphasis on DUI patrol over the holiday season and they will be on the look out for the slightest indication that you may be driving under the influence. If you find yourself being pulled over here are 7 Rules of the Road – guidelines to follow when stopped by the police… … [More]

3. DUI – How early should I arrive for my court hearing?

   Nov 22, 2010 —

   “Early is on time, on time is late, and late is unacceptable!” … [More]

4. FDA Takes Action on Caffeinated Alcoholic Drinks

   Nov 19, 2010 —

   The Washington Liquor Control Board has also taken action, and has instituted a statewide ban of the use of these caffeinated alcoholic drinks. … [More]

5. DUI – DOL Driver’s License Hearing Request

   Nov 15, 2010 —

   Department of Licensing Hearing Request Information If you have been pulled over for DUI, after the arresting officer completes his arrest report, he will turn a copy into the Department of Licensing.  The Department of Licensing will then start the process to suspend your driver’s license for a certain period of time.  The day you … [More]

6. DUI – I was pulled over and cited for DUI but I wasn’t given a court date

   Nov 12, 2010 —

   You were cited for DUI but were not given a court date Many people who are pulled over and cited with DUI do not receive a court date right away. After you are cited for DUI, the arresting officer and any other officer’s involved will compose their police reports and turn them into the Prosecutor’s … [More]

7. DUI – What is a Portable Breathalyzer Test?

   Nov 11, 2010 —

   The Portable Breathalyzer Test (PBT) The Portable Breathalyzer Test (PBT) is exactly what it sounds like, it is a small handheld breathalyzer machine that DUI officer’s sometimes request you blow into so they can get a preliminary breath reading from you. Keep in Mind…. these tests are extremely unreliable but officer’s can still place you under … [More]

8. DUI – Field Sobriety Tests

   Nov 10, 2010 —

   What are Field Sobriety Tests? Field Sobriety Tests, also known as Standard Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs), are a battery of tests the law enforcement officer will request that you complete, usually while on the side of the road, so that he can “make sure you aren’t too impaired to drive.”  These tests are completely voluntary … [More]

9. DUI – Pulled over for DUI an the officer punched a hole in my driver’s license

   Nov 9, 2010 —

   The officer punched a hole in my license when I was cited with DUI After you have been placed under arrest for DUI, the officer will usually punch a hole in your license but this does not mean that your license is automatically suspended. This hole indicates to any law enforcement agency, should you be … [More]

10. Washington State DUI Prosecutors Must Call Witnesses to Prove The Charge of DUI – New Caselaw

    Nov 8, 2010 —

    The Washington State Court of Appeals in Seattle Washington (Division I) ruled recently contrary to what many DUI prosecutors in this area wish for – trial by ticket. … [More]

11. DUI – Is my driver’s license automatically suspended?

    Nov 8, 2010 —

    If you are worried about your pending license suspension, or are not sure if you are still within the timeframe to request a hearing give our office a call, we understand the law can be confusing and we are here to help … [More]