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...
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DUI: From booking to bail
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...
Breathalyzer results are not aways accurate
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...
The sub-0.08% DUI: It can happen to you
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...
Understand the impact of a DUI in Oahu
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...
Speeding? Excessive speeding can lead to harsh penalties
You may not have even been drinking or acting recklessly when you were pulled over, but if you were exceeding 30 mph over the limit or over 80 mph in total, you could face serious repercussions in Oahu. Hawaii has strict excessive speeding laws, and even first-time...
When could drivers face Hawaiian reckless driving charges?
Honolulu has some beautiful, scenic roads. It also has a lot of people who have to make it to work on time and plenty of tourists who aren't familiar with state driving laws. Both those who have lived in Hawaii for years and those who are only visiting could find...
Are you too drunk to drive? Answering this question is important
If you decide to drink alcohol, it's imperative to closely monitor your intake. Doing so will go a long way in keeping you safe. Unfortunately, the more you drink, the more difficult it becomes to make sound decisions. This can result in a variety of errors, such as...
Tips to follow if you’re pulled over for suspicion of DUI
If you have alcohol in your system, the last thing you want to see is police lights in your rearview mirror. This alone is enough to scare you straight, but the real fear is sure to set in once you pull to the side of the road. Even if you've been drinking, it doesn't...
Failed a Breathalyzer test? You can challenge the results
Fighting drunk driving charges is rarely easy, but often worth the effort, especially if you have no other drunk driving convictions on your record. Of course, when you receive charges after failing a Breathalyzer test during a stop, it can feel as though you don't...