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If you've been charged with your first DUI offense, it's likely that you don't know who or where to turn for DUI defense. Your family and friends can provide all the DUI advice you can handle, but in the end it's up to you to secure legal representation that you can count on.

Before you assemble your DUI defense, make sure you're prepared to ask the lawyer some tough questions. Having a good lawyer can make all the difference because DUI punishment can range from a simple fine to ...

The first legal rule of drunk driving is simple: Don't do it! If you're planning on having a few drinks, make sure you've secured a designated driver. If you're out and end up having a few more drinks than you've planned, call a cab, take the bus or call your friends for a ride.

If you have any questions about your alcohol level, play it safe and don't drive. If you had something to drink and are pulled over, there are a few things that should be considered.

The most ...

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While the Fourth Amendment protects you against unreasonable search, there are some search warrant exceptions. The following is permitted without first obtaining a search warrant:

• Searches as part of lawful arrest and/or to ensure safety (e.g. frisking and pat-downs)
• Inspections by customs, border and airport officials
• Searches made with the suspect’s consent
• Searches made in compliance with lawful government actions (e.g. health

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Probation is part of a sentence for committing a crime. When charged with lesser crimes, a person might only be sentenced to probation without jail time.

For more serious crimes, someone might serve a jail sentence, and then serve parole for a certain amount of time after their release.

A person on probation must meet with a probation officer and abide by various conditions. If they commit a probation violation, they will have to serve the rest of their sentence in ...

If you are pleading guilty to a crime you’ve been charged with, it means you admit to committing that crime and waive your right to a trial of the evidence. Instead, arrangements will be made for sentencing by a judge, and a sentencing date will be set. Pleading guilty means you have chosen not to defend yourself.

If your criminal attorney is considering a guilty plea, it may be in your best interest to pursue a plea bargain.

A plea bargain is an agreement reached between ...