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Guy Gets Arrested for DUI on Lawnmower

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“Even though it’s a lawnmower, it’s a motor vehicle.”

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Scott E. McKenzie was arrested for a DWI on a lawnmower in Oakfield, NY this past Tuesday night.

McKenzie had driven the lawnmower over to a neighbor’s house to mow their lawn. He then had a couple of drinks with the neighbor and later got back behind the wheel.

On his ride home, police noticed him driving on the shoulder of the road. McKenzie was charged with driving while intoxicated as well as possession of marijuana.

McKenzie was featured in the local news for this incident where he apologized for his mistake and promised that he would get help for his problem. (You can watch the video here.)

Remember, it is possible to get a DWI on any vehicle that isn’t a car. You can get a DWI on a golf cart, bicycle, boat, and, in some states, even a horse.

No matter what vehicle you operate, all DWI arrests warrant the need of a skilled defense attorney. A DUI attorney can look over the details of your case and help you navigate the complex court system.

If you’ve been arrested for a DUI, find an attorney today!

Woman Arrested for DUI Was Celebrating End of First DUI

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A woman who was arrested for a DUI in Riverside, Illinois, told police she was intoxicated because she was celebrating the end of her previous DUI conviction.

Erin James was arrested for a DUI early Friday morning after police observed her speeding. They pulled her over and suspected her to under the influence. After she failed the field sobriety test, cops arrested her for a DUI. James admitted to cops that the reason she was drunk was that she was celebrating the fact that she would be soon getting her license back after a previous DUI.

James was charged with a felony DUI. Her BAC was almost twice the legal limit and, even though her license suspension was coming to a close, she was technically driving on a suspended license. Furthermore, James failed to install a required ignition interlock device.

In the state of Illinois, a second DUI can be charged a felony. The consequences include up to a year in jail or many hours of community service. Fines can be as high as $3,000 and your license can get suspended for a minimum of five years.

If you’ve been arrested for a second DUI in Illinois, it is essential to get an experienced DUI attorney to ensure that your rights are intact. You have the right to defend your case and you should do so with a skilled attorney who will aggressively fight your charges. To find a DUI attorney in your area, fill out this simple form. (We won’t share your information with anyone other than an experienced attorney.)

Roman Catholic Bishop Arrested for DUI

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Forgive me, Father, but it looks like you have sinned!

The Bishop at the Roman Catholic Diocese in Worcester, MA has been arrested for a DUI in Providence, Rhode Island.

Bishop Robert McManus was in Providence for vacation when he was arrested Saturday night.

Apparently, McManus has some wine with dinner and got behind the wheel. He hit a car and kept driving. The driver of the car he hit called the police and followed McManus. McManus was subsequently arrested for drinking and driving.

The consequences for a first time DUI in Rhode Island include fines that can run up to $400, a license suspension that can last up to a year, possible jail time or community service, and enrollment in a driving school or alcohol education program.

If you have been arrested for a DUI in Rhode Island, it is absolutely necessary to hire an attorney right away. Even if you think you can handle the penalties, having a criminal conviction on your record can result in obstacles for years to come. It can ruin potential employment and take away other privileges that you rely on. Don’t plead guilty to a Rhode Island DUI. Contact an experienced RI DUI attorney today and get a head start on building your defense.

Man Blames DUI on Grandma

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Who does this to their poor old grandma?

John Ventresca, Jr. was arrested for a DUI in Center Township, PA. However, during his arrest, he told police that he wasn’t behind the wheel; it was actually his grandma who was driving.

Back in March, Ventresca was intoxicated and got behind the wheel. He pulled into a parking lot of a convenience store where he hit a few parked cars and drove into a pole. Convenience store staff called the police and when the cops arrived Ventresca came up with a pretty interesting alibi.

Ventresca told cops that his grandma had actually been driving. He explained that she was on pain medication and that was the reason why “she” was driving so erratically. When police asked where his grandma was at the moment, Ventresca told cops that she was in the restroom. However, Ventresca’s grandmother was no where to be found.

It is never a good idea to lie to the cops, especially after you’ve had a few alcoholic beverages. You may think you’re making a smart move, but you could be facing more charges by lying to the cops.

If you do get arrested for a DUI, you should always state that you do no wish to answer any questions without your lawyer present. You are within your right to do that. The only thing you are required to do when stopped on suspicion of drinking and driving is show the police your paperwork, state your name and submit to a BAC test.

More importantly, right after your arrest, you should contact a DUI attorney right away so you can save your driver’s license and avoid jail. Finding an attorney can be a bit of a process, but 1800DUILaws.com is known for simplifying that for you. Just fill out this simple and secure form and we will put you in touch with a DUI attorney who is located close to you and who is ready to help you with your legal problem.

DUI Offender Doesn’t Pull Over for Cops; Heads to Burger King

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Scott Sims, of Sandusky, OH was arrested for a DUI after he refused to pull over for police.

His reasoning?

He wanted to go to Burger King!

Police observed Sims speeding along Perkins Ave in Sandusky when they attempted to pull him over. Sims did not respond to the police and pulled into a Burger King drive-thru to place an order at the window.

Police asked Sims to step out of his vehicle twice as he continued to make his order.

Eventually, police approached Sims’ vehicle and apprehended Sims after he refused a breathalyzer test.

Sims admitted to being under the influence . . . and being hungry. In fact, he is reported as stating, “I should have just rode my bike to Burger King but I was too hungry.”

Sims’ craving for a late night snack is costing more than he probably bargained for. An OVI in Ohio can result in mandatory jail time if you don’t hire an attorney.

To see how a DUI attorney can help you with your drunk driving charges, fill out this simple and secure form. 1 800 DUI Laws will put you in touch with a lawyer right away!

DUI Offender Drives into “Don’t Drink and Drive” Sign

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Joe Clyde, of Island County, WA, pleaded guilty to 3 DUI offenses, including one offense where he crashed into a sign that read, “Please Don’t Drink and Drive”.

Clyde was first arrested for a DUI in 2008. However, he was able to qualify for deferred prosecution. This means that if Clyde sought treatment for his substance abuse, he could possibly get his DUI charges dismissed.

However, Clyde was arrested again for two DUI offenses that occurred this past August. During the first of these arrests, police reported that Clyde drove into a “Please Don’t Drink and Drive” sign.

Because Clyde was arrested again for a DUI, the agreement for his deferred prosecution is now void and he will have to plead guilty to the 2008 charges in addition to the most recent ones. The consequences for a 3rd DUI in Washington include up to a year in jail or electronic home monitoring, fines that can cost up to $5,000 and a license suspension for 3 to 4 years.

Substance abuse can be a difficult problem to face and many courts offer people the opportunity to see treatment as opposed to going to jail. However, this doesn’t mean you shouldn’t hire an attorney who focuses in DUI cases. There are negative consequences of a DUI that a defense lawyer can help you avoid so you can focus on getting clean. Fill out this simple and secure form to find a DUI defense attorney today!

DUI Arrestee: “I Wasn’t Driving!”

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A DUI story on the Huffington Post’s “Weird News” section will certainly leave you scratching your head.

Kimberely Noelle Martin, a DUI arrestee from Marion County, FL, claims that even though she was arrested for a DUI, she was definitely not driving, despite there being witnesses at her arrest.

Additionally, Martin was also charged with oxycodone possession, which she claims was a total misunderstanding.

Eesh! I hate oxycodone misunderstandings.

Martin claims she had the oxycodone on her because she was going to visit her husband and jail and she was bringing the drugs to him. Even though she claims he has a legal prescription, I doubt that means Martin is within her right to, you know, smuggle drugs into jail!

Any attorney will tell you that the best thing to do when arrested for a DUI is to keep your mouth shut.

Don’t lie.

Don’t shout out insults.

Just state your name and politely say you will not answer any questions without your attorney present. This can save you a lot of trouble in the long run.

Peachtree, GA Has Most Amount of Golf Cart DUI Arrests

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Golf cart gridlock also means more golf cart DUI arrests.

Peachtree, GA has recently been noted to having the most amounts of DUI-related golf cart accidents a year. According to MSN News, about 15 % of Peachtree’s DUI arrests involved a golf cart.

However, this shouldn’t seem too out of the ordinary for Peachtree, GA. The city is known for its use of golf carts as a popular form of transportation. According to Wikipedia, over 9,000 households own a golf cart. In fact, the city has designated lanes for golf cart drivers. Furthermore, Peachtree has a lot of golf cart –related traffic issues as discussed in a 2003 article in Golf Digest entitled “Golf Cart Gridlock”.

Remember, you don’t need to be driving a car in order to be arrested for a DUI. In many states, if you operate any vehicle under the influence, including boats and bicycles, the police are within their right to arrest you for a DUI or a DWI.

If you have been arrested for drinking and driving, be sure to contact a DUI attorney immediately.

RI Politician Arrested for DUI; States “I Ran for God Damn Congress!”

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Michael G. Riley, a former RI Republican nominee for Congress, has been arrested for a DUI as well as resisting arrest. Riley was extremely agitated during his arrest and argued that his run for Congress was reason enough to not arrest him.

Michael G. Riley was a 2012 Republican candidate for the US House representing the 2nd Congressional District of Rhode Island. He was defeated by Democrat Jim Langevin.

After witnessing him losing control of his vehicle and making a number of traffic violations, Rhode Island police stopped Riley Wednesday night. Riley immediately became irritated, didn’t show police his paperwork, and even attempted to record the arrest on his cellphone, although he pressed the wrong button and accidentally dialed the operator. Then, Riley tried to take notes during his arrest, but was too drunk to hold a pen.

Riley refused to submit to a field sobriety test and even attempted to walk home at one point. When police were ready to cuff him, Riley shouted, “I ran for god damn Congress!”

Riley continued to walk away from police and, as a result, the officers resorted to pepper-spraying the politician. When Riley was subdued, he was reported as screaming, “Obama was right!”

Once Riley was officially arrested and cuffed, he started crying. He was taken to the police station and, after he sobered up, was released on his own recognizance, despite refusing to submit to a BAC test or sign his arraignment documents.

No matter how you behaved during your arrest, you should ways get legal representation if you’re due in court for DUI charges. To find a DUI lawyer today, fill out this simple form and 1 800 DUI Laws will put you in touch with a local and experienced DUI defense lawyer.

DUI Arrestee Had License Suspended 24 Times

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A woman in Troy, MI has been arrested for a DUI and police learned that this woman has had 24 previous license suspensions.

This past Sunday, Ann Marie Cummings was arrested for a 2nd DUI when she crashed into another car. She was also charged with driving on a suspended license.

When police went to check on the status of her license, they learned that Cummings has had her driver’s license suspended 24 times and has had 20 traffic offenses on her record. In fact, during her arrest, Cummings admitted that she shouldn’t have been behind the wheel.

Cummings was taken into custody and her bail was set at $2,000.

If you’ve been arrested for a DUI, you should hire a DUI attorney right away. The process of fighting a DUI can be tricky and oftentimes it is impossible to get your charges reduced or dropped without a lawyer. To find a lawyer, fill out this simple form and your information will be sent directly to an attorney in your area.

DUI Suspect Just Wanted to Cuddle

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Heather Gardner of Newport, RI, was arrested for a DUI early Tuesday morning and repeatedly told the cops that she just wanted to cuddle.

Police responded to reports of an accident when they found Gardner in the driver’s seat of her Jeep. When they suspected her to be under the influence, Gardner was reported as saying, “ . . . I’m not a bad person. I just wanted to pick up the lazy man to cuddle with.”

Who that lazy man is, well, that’s anyone’s guess.

Gardner became visibly upset and admitted to the police that she was under the influence. She also begged police to not tell her about her DUI arrest.

It’s always a smart idea to not admit anything to the police if you’re being arrested for a DUI, even if you’re in need of some cuddling. Here’s hoping there was someone in the drunk tank who was willing to spoon with Gardner.

You may not need a cuddle after a DUI, but you will need a DUI attorney to avoid a criminal conviction on your record. To find a DUI lawyer, fill out this simple and secure form today to have an attorney contact you by tomorrow.

Drunk Driver’s Car Flips Over and Driver Was Unharmed

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A man in Redwood City walked away unharmed from an accident where his car flipped over, though he was charged with drinking and driving.

The DUI offender was driving on Highway 101 in California when his car crashed and overturned.

Who knows what makes up this guy’s constitution! I guess it’s true that you feel less pain when drunk.

Either way, the man was able to get up and walk away from the accident unscathed. Furthermore, he even refused help from the EMTs that arrived. Nonetheless, he was charged with a California DUI and was sent to county jail.

If you have been arrested for a DUI in California or anywhere else in the United States, there is an attorney out there who can help you fight your charges. Fill out this form and be put in touch with a skilled DUI attorney today!

NJ DUI Causes Power Outage

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An NJ DUI offender caused a blackout by crashing into an electrical pole on March, 15.

Joe Ramos was under the influence of alcohol when he crashed into a pole that provided nearby houses and businesses with electricity. A patrolling officer noticed that the traffic lights weren’t working and later arrived on the scene of Ramos’ crash.

Luckily, there were no injuries, according to the Lawrenceville Patch.

Ramos refused a breathalyzer test and was charged with a DWI (driving while intoxicated), reckless driving, breath test refusal, and failure to maintain a lane.

Often times, people who are arrested for a DWI in NJ face additional charges when any type of property damage is involved. The penalties may include increased fines as well as a longer probation and a longer license suspension.

If you’ve been arrested for a DUI or a DWI, it is imperative that you speak with an attorney to discuss your options. There may be a way to avoid jail and paying expensive fines. However, the only way to find out if this is possible is to speak with an experienced drunk driving defense lawyer as soon as you can. Find one today at 1 800 DUI Laws.

Man Gets DUI and Says Dog was Behind the Wheel

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Ronald Gell, a habitual drunk driver from the Highland Region of Scotland, was arrested (again) for driving under the influence. During his latest arrested, he told police his dog was actually driving his vehicle.

This comment was most likely made in angry jest the cops, as Deathandtaxesmag.com reports that Gell was also violent towards the cops and refused a breathalyzer test. Because he was a repeat offender, he will now be facing up to a year in prison for this latest offense.

In the United States, a breathalyzer refusal can mean an automatic license suspension. It’s really important to contact an attorney whether or not you take a breathalyzer test during your DUI arrest. DUI laws are tricky and you can wind up in more trouble than you deserve if you don’t hire an attorney.

If you need help finding an attorney, that is what 1 800 DUI Laws is here for! Fill out this simple form and be put in touch with an experienced and local DUI attorney who is ready to take on your case.

Irish Town Legalizes Drunk Driving

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Yes, you read that correctly. County Kerry, located in Ireland, has approved a law that will allow certain residents to drive with a higher BAC than normal as long as they qualify and are driving on little-used roads in rural areas.  Under these circumstances, the town believes, drunk driving is less likely to cause traffic accidents.

The question is, however, is this a traffic accident waiting to happen?

Residents of County Kerry need to apply for permits in order to drive with a higher BAC. Only older, rural residents would be allowed to apply for this drunk driving permit because, as the proposal’s main proponent states, older residents were less likely to cause accidents on seldom-used roads. The proponent also stated the importance of letting people drive themselves to a pub and back because socializing is an effective tool in preventing mental illness.

To be fair, the new allowed BAC limit for qualified drivers is .07, which is less than the legal limit in the United States. (The BAC limit in the US is .08.) However, does this law set a precedent for more “legalized” drunk driving laws elsewhere?

Woman Driving in Donuts Arrested for DUI

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A South Florida woman was arrested for a DUI after police found her driving in donuts.

Mary Suppa LaPeter, a salon owner, was found driving erratically, seemingly for her enjoyment, by Davie police. Not only was she driving in donuts, there was also a wheel missing from her vehicle. Police stopped LaPeter and suspected her to be under the influence. Her speech was slurred.

LaPeter admitted to have had 2 beers. She also is quoted as saying, “I had too much to drink. I am drunk. I am sorry. I don’t go out much. I am sorry.”

Well, Mary, we hope it was worth it!

If you’ve been arrested for a DUI, silly or otherwise, don’t forget to contact an experienced DUI attorney to help you fight your charges!

Man Arrested for DUI Lies that He’s a News Reporter

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A drunk driver told officers he was a journalist in an attempt to get out of his DUI arrest.

A man in South Africa was arrested for driving under the influence. In an attempt to resist the arrest, the man told officers that he was a reporter for Independent Newspapers. The officers called the man’s bluff as his story changed a couple of times. Apparently, the man was unable to say which newspaper he actually worked for.  Therefore, he finally admitted to lying.

His response?

“So, I lied, but that is irrelevant to the situation because I am not drunk.”

Needless to say, the officers took a BAC test and the man was drunk. His BAC was above the legal limit in South Africa.

Emotions are heated during a DUI arrest and if you’ve been arrested you may have said things you regret. Though most attorneys suggest you don’t talk at all, no matter what happens during your arrest, you should always hire an experienced DUI attorney to fight your charges.  Find an experienced DUI lawyer today!

Woman Gets Arrested for DUI En Route to Picking Up Son Who Was Arrested for DUI

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It looks like DUI arrests run in the family.

A mother who was called to pick up her son from jail after a DUI arrest was then arrested for driving under the influence.

A 27-year old male driver was arrested for driving under the influence in Innisfil, a city just north of Toronto, early Sunday morning. He was taken to the station where he phoned his mother to pick him up from jail.

However, when the man’s mother arrived, she was speaking with the arresting officer who suspected that she may be under the influence. She took a blood alcohol content test, which she failed and was therefore arrested for a DUI as well.

Like mother like son!

Your story may not be as newsworthy, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t lawyer up! If you’ve been arrested for a DUI, contact an attorney today!

DUI Thrown Out Because Officer Ordered Offender to “Blow Hard”

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A DUI case in Columbia, South Carolina has been dismissed based upon the vague instructions the arresting officer gave the offender.

When the DUI offender was asked to submit to a breathalyzer test, the police officer instructed the offender to “blow hard”. This instruction was ruled by Judge J. Steedley Bogan to not be a proper way to tell an offender how to use a breath test. “Blowing hard” could affect the machine’s results, giving an inaccurate BAC reading.

Saying “blow hard” can alter the reading on a breathalyzer device because it is calibrated to accept air at an even flow.

This is a very important case because it shows that DUI cases are not just black-and-white. It is these tiny details that an experienced DUI attorney will look into to examine if DUI charges should be reduced or dropped.

It just goes to show that you do have a case if you’ve been arrested for a DUI. Even if you feel that you are guilty, there may be on tiny detail like this that can get your charges reduced or dropped. This is why it is absolutely necessary to hire an experienced DUI attorney as soon as you can. Fill out this simple form and be put in touch with a DUI attorney today!

DUI on Skateboard

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Do you think jail has a half-pipe for someone arrested for drunk skateboarding?

If you think you can’t arrested for driving under the influence on a skateboard, think again.

Jacob Becker, a 20 year-old from Salem, OR, was arrested for a DUI on Monday night for drunk skateboarding.

Yes, a skateboard is technically a vehicle in the state of Oregon. Therefore, it is possible to be arrested for operating one if you are intoxicated. As a matter of fact, you can also be arrested for a DUI on a bicycle, boat, or even a horse.

While on his skateboard under the influence, Becker collided with a moving vehicle on and did sustain some injuries. Although he is expected to be okay, he will be charged with an Oregon DUI as well as minor possession of alcohol.

No matter what type of vehicle you were operating, a DUI arrest warrants the necessity of an experienced DUI attorney. If you’ve been arrested for a DUI, let us help you find a local attorney today! It is possible to fight your DUI charges!