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...
DUI Charges
Can drivers refuse to perform field sobriety tests?
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...
Concerns college students might have following a first-time DUI
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...
Why a DUI may cost more than people expect
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...
3 concerns for college students facing DUI charges
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...
Does a DUI conviction always result in license suspension?
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,...
When is a DUI classified as a felony offense?
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...
Passing a breath test doesn’t eliminate one’s DUI arrest risk
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...
Do all DUI convictions lead to driver’s license suspensions?
Individuals arrested for criminal infractions often worry about specific consequences. Most people fear the possibility of incarceration. Even when facing misdemeanor charges, it is possible for the courts to send someone to time in jail or prison. A driving under the...
3 secondary consequences of an Oklahoma DUI charge
A conviction for a driving under the influence (DUI) offense in Oklahoma can result in a variety of penalties. The courts can sentence someone to incarceration, order them to pay fines and suspend their driver's license. Defendants often factor those potential...