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R. Patrick McPherson is the founding member of The Law Office of R. Patrick McPherson in Honolulu, Hawaii. With 29 years of legal experience, he focuses his practice on DUI, traffic law, and criminal defense. Admitted to the Hawaii Bar in 1996, Mr. McPherson is active in the Hawaii Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers and the National College for DUI Defense. He also serves as an adjunct professor at the John H. Burns School of Medicine and has contributed to statewide DUI law reform efforts.

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Street racing in Oahu can involve consequences
Street racing in Oahu can involve consequences
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Last Modified on Nov 24, 2025

Honolulu city officials have indicated it will soon have the land in Kalaeloa for racing. This parcel of land is transitioning from the Navy to the City’s control, a process…

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What DUI sobriety tests do Hawaii police use?
What DUI sobriety tests do Hawaii police use?
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Last Modified on Jul 04, 2025

In Hawaii and all other states, police who monitor traffic often pull people over for suspected intoxication. You can assume this is the reason an officer has stopped you if…

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3 things can spark false positive on a DUI breath test
3 things can spark false positive on a DUI breath test
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Last Modified on Jul 04, 2025

If you’re on vacation in Hawaii or live on the islands year-round, the information provided in this blog post may come in handy, especially if a police officer pulls you…

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Three things to know after getting a traffic ticket in Oahu
Three things to know after getting a traffic ticket in Oahu
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Last Modified on Nov 24, 2025

Speeding is a serious traffic violation in Oahu, Hawaii. With the island’s unique ecosystem and pedestrian-friendly culture, the local government enforces strict penalties to ensure the safety of all road…

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The most effective DUI defense strategy for your case in Hawaii?
The most effective DUI defense strategy for your case in Hawaii?
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Last Modified on Dec 22, 2025

It can be incredibly intimidating to see the flashing lights of a police vehicle in your rearview window. Once you pull over, you know that you will have to speak…

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What are the hidden costs of a DUI in Hawaii?
What are the hidden costs of a DUI in Hawaii?
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Last Modified on Dec 22, 2025

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…

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What can you do if you get a speeding ticket in Hawaii?
What can you do if you get a speeding ticket in Hawaii?
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Last Modified on Nov 24, 2025

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…

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What happens if you get a DUI while in the military?
What happens if you get a DUI while in the military?
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Last Modified on Nov 24, 2025

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…

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Can you get a DUI for sleeping in your car while intoxicated in Hawaii?
Can you get a DUI for sleeping in your car while intoxicated in Hawaii?
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Last Modified on Dec 22, 2025

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…

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