Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are relatively common in Alabama. Despite how frequently people end up accused of impaired driving, many people only have a basic understanding of DUI rules in Alabama. The following are the basics that drivers need to know...
Year: 2024
What to say – and what not say – during a drunk driving traffic stop
What people say when they have had a few drinks can get them into trouble. That is especially true of those stopped by police officers who suspect them of impaired driving. People feeling stressed about a drunk driving traffic stop sometimes unintentionally worsen...
5 things to know about a DUI arrest
Alabama drivers who display impaired ability or who seemingly fail tests administered by police officers could end up arrested for a driving under the influence (DUI) offense. Many people feel incredibly anxious when they face accusations of breaking the law and might...
Drug possession penalties in Alabama
Alabama takes its drug laws seriously. Even the possession of a controlled substance can land you in jail. A controlled substance is any drug included in Schedules I through V under federal law. Schedule I includes a broad range of drugs that are considered to be...
The problem with field sobriety tests
You’ve likely seen people being put through the roadside field sobriety tests on TV or in real life. The tests generally appear straightforward. However, when it’s you who’s been stopped, this process can inspire anxiety that can make them extremely challenging,...