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For quite some time, the nature of roadside sobriety tests have been in question. Many arguments exist to point out the inaccuracies in testing, and the violations the tests provide to people with certain impairments. People and groups protesting the implementation of sobriety tests continue to make their voices heard to this day. One of the most common arguments that is p..

UrineUrine testing is a common method to detect alcohol in a person’s system. It can provide a significantly accurate account of whether or not a person had been drinking in a time frame of 80 hours. The method is commonly used in place of blood testing (or prior to), and instead of a breathalyzer (or in addition to). Urine test results can take some time to come back, and ca..

A Brief Guide to Rhode Island Traffic FinesThe Rhode Island traffic fine system is a unique one designed to keep the roads safe and to make sure that violations are kept to a minimum. However, even though it is designed for user safety, if you’re charged with a traffic violation it can seem that the whole point of Rhode Island traffic fines is to give you a headache while dra..

Guide to Second DUI Offense PenaltiesRepeat DUI infractions are considered much more serious than a first-time offense.  Because of this, the penalties for a second DUI offense in many states are significantly higher than penalties for a first DUI offense.  A second offense can carry much higher fines and a far greater risk of jail time.  State mandatory minimums..

A Brief Introduction to South Carolina Traffic FinesSouth Carolina traffic fines are not especially severe judged relative to other states, but to the individuals who have tickets to pay, the amount is certainly far more than they’d like. Such individuals may be served by remembering that there are options to avoid paying a South Carolina traffic fine, specifically fighting t..

South Dakota Traffic LawsThe state of South Dakota has very specific and detailed laws surrounding every aspect of driving.  The state is relaxed on speeding violations, but other laws are strict and, in some cases, can carry a heavy fine.  If you want a complete and detailed list of all official SD driving violations and fines, you should visit the official South Dak..

A suspended driving license is a revocation of your driving privileges. Each state in the U.S., through their coordinating Department of Motor Vehicles, implements a unique system to initiate driver’s license suspensions. Furthermore, states will also utilize their own protocol to reinstate previously-suspended licenses. When your driving license is suspended you are tem..

Tennessee Traffic LawTennessee Traffic Fines detailed laws concerning the operation of vehicles and other rules of the road.  Most Tennessee Traffic Fines fall under a Class C misdemeanor, but some violations do stand as Class B and Class C violations.  Criminal PenaltyThe fines vary according to the degree of misdemeanor.  In Tennessee, the following penalties a..

Quick Guide to Texas Traffic LawThe state of Texas has both strict and lenient traffic laws compared to other states around the country.  Texas traffic fines are heavy and fairly low depending on the type of violation, but the fines can usually greatly increase because of a second offense for the same violations or because of several different offenses at the same time. &n..

Guide to Third DUI Offense PenaltiesBeing convicted of DUI three times is extremely serious.  The penalties for a third DUI offense are quite severe—significantly moreso than for a first or second offense.  This guide will help you to understand the full range of consequences that you may face after being convicted three times for DUI.  You will learn about the..

Guide to Traffic Fines in the United StatesWhen you are convicted of a traffic offense in the United States, you will most commonly be penalized with a fine.  Often, for simple traffic offenses, the fine is the only punishment you will receive and can be paid quite easily online or by mail without ever appearing in court.  Even so, traffic fines can be aggravating, an..

Traffic School after a Traffic ViolationTraffic school is the general term for any remedial courses that teach safe driving practices and traffic safety. In the United States, traffic school classes are often offered as a component of pretrial diversion programs to traffic courts to traffic violators, for the purpose of improving general traffic safety.Some reasons for attendin..

Your Guide to Traffic SignsEveryone who has ever driven or ridden in a car has seen them:traffic signs are everywhere.  Have you ever wondered why a stop sign in Alabama looks virtually the same as a stop sign in Wyoming—or, for that matter, why stop signs are red?  This guide will give you a brief history of traffic signs and also tell you about today's traffic sig..

Your Guide to Traffic TicketsTraffic tickets have been issued in the United States since 1904, when Harry Myers of Dayton, Ohio was ticketed for going 12 mph.  Today's traffic tickets are issued for a wide variety of reasons.  While most people still only think of traffic tickets as being for things like speeding or improper turns, today's tickets are issued for a num..

What are Drunk Driving Accidents?DUI Driving while under the influence (a DUI offense) is amongst the most common causes of personal injury, drunk driving accidents, and automotive-related death. When an individual ingests an illegal drug, alcohol, or a controlled-substance, their ability to safely and legally operate a motor vehicle is impaired. DUI consequences can inclu..