If you see the flashing lights of a police vehicle in your rearview mirror, you understand that the officer is trying to pull you over. There is a reason for this, and it may be because he or she suspects you of driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol....
Honolulu DUI And Traffic Law Blog
What can you do if you get a speeding ticket in Hawaii?
There are designated speed limits on every road, and drivers must adhere to these limits. Driving too fast is not only breaking the law, but it can also result in expensive fines and other consequences that can impact your life in other ways, such as higher insurance...
What happens if you get a DUI while in the military?
Drunk driving can come with a range of penalties that can impact the rest of a person’s life. A driver convicted of this type of criminal offense could find himself or herself facing consequences that may include time behind bars, expensive fines and much more. It...
Can you get a DUI for sleeping in your car while intoxicated?
Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol is a serious criminal offense. If convicted of this type of crime, you could face penalties that may include loss of your driving privileges, time behind bars, expensive fines and more. Whether it is your first...
Can you get a DUI without drinking alcohol?
In Hawaii, the penalties for drunk driving are significant. Even a first offense is quite serious, with potential consequences including expensive fines, loss of driving privileges and more. If you are facing DUI charges, it is in your interests to take your situation...
4 things to know about Hawaii DUI laws
Whether you live in Hawaii year ‘round or are visiting as a tourist, if you get behind the wheel to drive on one of the islands, you must adhere to all state traffic laws. If you’re visiting, it’s up to you to research the laws, so that you’re aware of what’s expected...
Questions re DUI license suspension
Whether you live in Hawaii full-time or were just visiting when a police officer pulled you over in a traffic stop, the implications of that event may be both immediate and far-reaching into the future. Perhaps the police officer approached your window and, after...
Failed gaze nystagmus test may lead to DUI arrest
There are typically three types of people in Hawaii: those who hate tests, those who don’t like tests but tolerate them all the same, and those who actually like taking tests. You might move in and out of different categories depending on the exact circumstances...
Why might an officer suspect you of reckless driving?
Honolulu has its fair share of vehicle accidents, traffic violations and police encounters on the road, just like all areas. Of course, the situation may become a bit different if you find yourself pulled over by a police officer and accused of violating the law....
Did hypoglycemia prompt your DUI arrest?
When traveling on Oahu or elsewhere, it can be disconcerting to get pulled over in a traffic stop. You never know what a police officer might say as he or she approaches your vehicle. If you merely receive a warning to watch your speed, the officer in question might...