Year: 2019

Those driving on public roads in Hawaii are subject to quite a few rules. From a ban on the manual use of mobile devices at the wheel to rules against racing or driving while under the influence, there are hundreds of statutes intended to guide the decisions of people...

Mobile phones have made life easier for everyone on the islands, as they provide easy access to information and fast communication, which can be particularly beneficial in a moment of crisis or a family emergency. Unfortunately, there is plenty of negative impact to...

People find criminal law quite confusing. The confusion is understandable given how each state has its own rules and laws. Even if someone knows the laws here in Hawaii, the laws frequently change. Just this summer, for example, the penalties for driving under the...

In Hawaii, just the same as every other state, distracted driving remains a serious concern among most people. It only takes a minor distraction to cause a serious accident that results in one or more people suffering an injury or fatality. Every year, there are...

When you take to the road after consuming alcohol, there's always a risk of being pulled over for suspicion of driving under the influence. Even if you think you're following the rules of the road, police are on the lookout for anyone who is driving in a suspicious or...

You're pulled over for suspicion of drunk driving, arrested at the scene and taken to a local jail in Honolulu for processing. Although your mind is racing and you have concerns about the future, it's critical to calm down and think long and hard about the steps you...

The last place you want to find yourself is on the side of the road for suspicion of DUI. While it's possible you may be able to escape an arrest, not everyone is this fortunate. If you're arrested for suspicion of DUI, it's imperative to keep calm and follow the...

If you fail a Breathalyzer test during a traffic stop, you typically receive drunk driving charges immediately. In the moment, you may feel as though there is nothing you can do to fight the charges and that your conviction is an open and shut case, but this is not...

If you ask any police officer about the legal limit of 0.08% for blood alcohol concentration, they will tell you not to put too much emphasis on that limit. You can get a DUI even if you're under it. This is, in fact, one of the more common misconceptions that people...

Hawaii is extremely strict when it comes to DUIs, particularly in places like Oahu where there is tourism and a great deal of danger when a driver is drunk on the roads. The police often employ unannounced checkpoints to catch drivers who are intoxicated and will take...