by RJ Ferraro | Jul 17, 2015 | DUI Defense
Determining the level of alcohol in your blood requires scientific testing. When you are pulled over the way this happens is by breath test. You can refuse the breath test, which is a little known fact, but will then be required to go to the police station and...
by RJ Ferraro | Jul 16, 2015 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense
To be charged with DUI, the arresting officer has to have evidence showing that you were driving a car while having more than the legal limit of alcohol in your bloodstream. The way your blood alcohol content (BAC) is measured varies, but the most common methods are...
by RJ Ferraro | Jul 15, 2015 | Case Law Updates, Criminal Defense, Legal Principles, News
Upon being arrested a criminal defendant’s most pressing concern is the range of punishment. Knowing what to expect by way of fines and possible incarceration helps to prepare you for what lies ahead and can also help aid you when deciding on a defense strategy. When...
by RJ Ferraro | Jul 14, 2015 | Criminal Defense
Receiving a traffic ticket is never fun. A traffic ticket is costly financially, and can also wreak havoc on your driving record. If you get too many tickets, the points add up quickly and you run the risk of having your driver’s license suspended or revoked. In the...
by RJ Ferraro | Jul 13, 2015 | Criminal Defense, Legal Principles
Entering a plea in exchange for a term of probation in a criminal case is a popular way to resolve the charges against you. However, it is critical to fully understand the terms of your probation and the possible types of violations. This is because if you violate...
by RJ Ferraro | Jul 10, 2015 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense
There are several ways to avoid a DUI, the most effective is simply by not drinking and then taking the wheel. A close second is to designate a driver, or call a cab. It takes advance planning and discipline to stick to a plan, and for a great number of the population...
