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...
Honolulu DUI And Traffic Law Blog
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...
Are field sobriety tests reliable evidence?
Honolulu may be a vacation destination for some, but it is also a place that many people, you included, call home. Whether you are commuting to work, running errands or out having fun on the weekends, you likely find yourself behind the wheel of your vehicle multiple...
Diverse consequences of a DUI charge
Facing a drunk driving charge means that you're going to have to devote a lot of time, money and energy to addressing the matter. Many people focus on the legal aspects of this type of criminal issue; however, many individuals will also find that there are other...
What happens if you leave the scene of a car accident?
Being involved in a motor vehicle crash is often a stressful experience. This can seem even worse when you're dealing with extenuating circumstances, such as knowing you've had a few drinks or don't have insurance. For some individuals, the stress of the accident and...
Driver’s license suspensions in Hawaii
People in Hawaii count on being able to drive around to run errands, get to work and handle other tasks. For some, this isn't possible because their driver's license was suspended. It is a criminal offense to drive while your license is suspended, so you'll have to...
Drugged driving arrests are serious
One of the many misconceptions about drugged driving arrests is that the person has to be under the influence of an illegal substance to get arrested. That simply is not true. Any drug or medication, including those medications legally prescribed to you and/or...
I’m a nurse. I got a DUI. Help!
You worked hard to earn your nursing license. All the years of schooling and clinicals were tough to achieve, but you did it and have every right to be proud of your achievements. But, you had one lapse of judgment that could erase all your hard work in one fell...