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Fall Events, Tolerance, and Safe Driving in Springfield, MO

Oct 27, 2017

Tolerance can differ from person to person, and it is important to know your tolerance and when it’s time to call a safe ride to get to your next destination. Fall is a good kickoff to all of the upcoming holiday events. Tailgating on Missouri State University’s campus is now allowed, Oktoberfest celebrations are happening […]

Uber Effect: Rideshare services may cut DWI arrests in Springfield

May 28, 2017

Adam was recently interviewed by Emily Wood in in a story for KY3 News about the the impact of services such as Uber and Lyft on the number of DWI arrests in Springfield. Read the story below, or click here to watch the article on ky3.com.   SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) – On graduation night for Missouri […]

Will Uber Cut Down on DWI’s in Springfield?

May 15, 2017

According to a recent Springfield News-Leader article, DWI arrests in Springfield have gone down since Uber became operational in Springfield 4 months ago. See the News-Leader article below. (Photo: News-Leader Illustration) When Missouri lawmakers passed a bill this session making it easier for ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft to operate in the state, they lauded […]

Missouri in the Middle When it Comes to DUI Strictness

Mar 1, 2017

  Many consequences could come out of being accused of drunk driving. Multiple factors impact what specific things a person who has had DUI charges brought against them could face if a conviction is ultimately reached in their case. This is because each state has its own particular laws regarding drunk driving, including what actions […]

What to do If You Are Pulled Over for Suspected DWI in Missouri

Feb 15, 2017

What you do and don’t do after a DWI stop can affect the outcome of your case. Your actions or those of the police may enable your DWI defense attorney to obtain a dismissal of the charge or another positive outcome. After You Are Stopped By The Police If you have been drinking and are […]

Here’s What Happens When Your Uber Driver Gets a DUI

Feb 10, 2017

When Katie Gallion’s Uber driver started swerving across the road’s rumble strips only 15 minutes into her ride near Durham, North Carolina, on June 3, she decided to give him a pass. At 10 p.m., it was dark outside and raining hard, she told BuzzFeed News. She didn’t know he’d polished off four beers before […]

Do I Have to Live with a DWI for the Rest of My Life?

Feb 2, 2017

Having a “driving while intoxicated” charge on your record could seriously hinder future endeavors. It may be hard to get a good job, an apartment or even a loan. Thankfully, drivers in Missouri often have the opportunity to have this charge expunged from their record. This means it will not show up on background checks. […]

Keeping New Year’s Eve DWI Free

Dec 30, 2016

New Year’s Eve is the second most likely night for people to receive a DWI charge. Only Thanksgiving sees more DWIs than New Year’s, and the accident rates soar during this time of year, according to official sources. However, it is important to remember that DWIs can happen at any time, and the same rules […]

Driving Under the Influence of… Caffeine?

Dec 28, 2016

California Man Fights DUI Charge for Driving Under Influence of Caffeine   San Francisco, CA. Dec. 24 – Caffeine may be the “nootropic” brain drug of choice in Silicon Valley, but an hour’s drive north in Solano County, California, the stimulant could get you charged with driving under the influence. That is according to defense […]

Springfield DWI and Blood Alcohol Legal Limit

Aug 10, 2016

Blood Alcohol Legal Limit Many people are probably familiar with the phrase ‘blood alcohol’, but what does it really mean, and what are the legal issues pertaining to it? Simply put, blood alcohol is a measure of the amount of alcohol in a person’s system, and therefore the amount of impairment that person is experiencing. […]