Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are among the most serious traffic violations that occur in Oklahoma. Unlike speeding or failing to use a turn indicator, impaired driving does not simply lead to a citation or ticket. Instead, police officers arrest those who...
The Swain Law Group opens a new office in Ardmore, Oklahoma run by attorney Austin Browning. The Swain Law Group handles criminal cases in Ardmore, Durant and across Southern Oklahoma
When police officers suspect people of drunk driving, they typically start looking for evidence to support their suspicions. An officer may follow a driver in traffic hoping to catch them swerving or driving erratically on camera. They may initiate a one-on-one...
Navigating life as a college student is challenging enough without the added stress of a first-time DUI charge. This experience can feel overwhelming for students, as it can result in severe legal and personal consequences. Concerns about driving privileges, academic...
There are several direct costs associated with driving under the influence (DUI) convictions. The penalties that the courts can impose include fines and court costs. Those direct financial consequences can add up to thousands of dollars or more depending on the...
There are many ways for college students to run afoul of the law. Many common college student crimes involve alcohol. For example, students might end up arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) charges when they head back to their on-campus housing after a wild...
The penalties for a driving under the influence (DUI) offense are different in every case. The courts have a degree of discretion when sentencing those convicted of a DUI offense. There are several penalties that are standard for DUI offenses, including jail time,...
State law makes it illegal to possess any amount of prohibited substances. It is also illegal to possess improperly-sourced medication or prescribed drugs for which an individual does not have a doctor's recommendation. Frequently, those arrested on drug possession...
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are possible in a number of different scenarios. People may be at risk of arrest if they encounter a DUI checkpoint. Police officers also frequently arrest people after one-on-one traffic stops or their involvement in a motor...
Accusations of driving under the influence (DUI) offenses can lead to numerous challenges. People may spend the night in jail. Those arrested on a Friday might spend the entire weekend in state custody before they secure their release. They then face charges that...