Category Archives: FAQ’s

1. To Canada With A DUI Conviction From Washington State

   Sep 7, 2011 —

   All too often, those who have been convicted of a DUI are surprised to learn that they will likely be turned away from border when trying to enter Canada. When clients consult with me on the issue, I generally tell them the following: If you have been found guilty of any conduct, in any country, … [More]

2. Alcohol Evaluations For Washington State DUIs

   Mar 30, 2011 —

   There is no question that being charged with a DWI is a traumatic experience. In order to satisfy court requirements for alcohol and drug related arrests, an alcohol evaluation may be necessary. These evaluations are conducted by a state certified chemical dependency agency, and strike fear in the hearts of many. The evaluation is designed … [More]

3. DUI – What Issues can be Argued at my DOL Hearing?

   Dec 28, 2010 —

   Per the DOL’s pamphlet regarding Administrative Hearings for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) only a handful of issues can be appealed. Although other legal issues may be brought up during the hearing, the DOL lists the below main issues: … [More]

4. DUI – Outcome of DOL Administrative Hearing

   Dec 15, 2010 —

   DUI – What Happens After my DOL Administrative Hearing?* After your DOL Administrative hearing has concluded, the DOL Hearing Examiner/Officer will take all arguments, exhibits, declarations, motions, etc under advisement. When will I be notified of the outcome? The DOL Hearing Examiner/Officer usually does not make a decision whether your license suspension is sustained or … [More]

5. DUI – Ignition Interlock Device

   Dec 7, 2010 —

   An ignition interlock device (IID) is a type of breathalyzer that is wired to your vehicle’s starting system. The IID will prevent your vehicle from starting if you have had too much to drink – in order to start your vehicle, you have to blow into a breathalyzer tube, if you blow over a certain level, the IID will prevent your vehicle from starting … [More]

6. 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]

7. 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]

8. 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]

9. 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]

10. 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]

11. 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]

12. 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]