Aside from wanting to learn how to beat or “trick” the Breathalyzer machine, many people want to know what to do before they even get to the machine at the station — they want to know what their options are. I have written a very detailed blog post on why everyone should absolutely, always, and without exception… Read more »
– “Do you understand your rights as I have read them to you?” – “Yes I do.” – “Will you submit to a blood test?” – “No, I’d rather not.” Here comes the frightening question: Can the officer force me to take a blood test, even though I do not consent to one? For years this… Read more »
The most commonly asked question on my website, and probably the internet when it comes to Driving Under the Influence charges, is, without a doubt, “How do I beat the Breathalyzer machine? The best answer is simpler than you think — Don’t Drink and Drive! All kidding aside, the second answer is just as simple… Read more »
As some of you may already know, Ignition Interlock Devices (IIDs) are coming to the Commonwealth of Kentucky. We’ve had them as an option since at least 2000, see KRS 189A.340, but that’s exactly what they were until now – Optional. Beginning on July 15, 2015, IIDs become mandatory for certain types of DUIs. Basically, the legislature has taken… Read more »
Friends. Below, and reproduced in full, is the article I wrote for the Kentucky Justice Association’s publication, ‘The Advocate.’ It was printed and distributed in September, 2014. It’s a pretty good read. Enjoy.
This week’s blog post is very simple. You have questions for me. I may have answers. If I don’t know the answer, I can probably help you find it. If I can’t help you find it, I probably know someone who can help you. If I can’t help you find it, and I don’t know… Read more »
“The police are at my door. They want to talk to me. They told me I am not a suspect. I did absolutely nothing wrong. I have nothing to worry about. They can’t arrest me or do any harm to me if I did nothing wrong, right?” Wrong. “But I committed no crime. Took nobody’s… Read more »