Like most people, when you think of a DUI, you probably think of the consumption of alcohol or illicit substances shortly before or while driving. However, any medication that can limit your ability to think clearly or to react quickly to your surroundings could lead...
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Can sucking on a penny help you avoid DUI charges?
Memphis has some excellent places to enjoy dinner and drinks. If you consume a few beers or a couple of cocktails, though, you should think twice before driving home. After all, both Tennessee and Mississippi have some tough penalties for driving under the influence...
Oxford arrest results in man’s fourth DUI charge
A misconception may exist amongst many people in Mississippi that an arrest for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol may not be that big of a deal. This assumption likely comes from stories people hear in popular media that fail to ever mention the criminal...
How does BAC affect driving ability?
Your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) determines whether you are sober enough to operate a vehicle. If your BAC is over .08%, the legal limit, you will face legal repercussions in the event an officer pulls you over. However, even a slightly elevated BAC can affect...
How do colleges handle DUI convictions of students?
Getting a DUI as a student can feel like an enormous deal. You may wonder if it is possible to get expelled due to a conviction. Even if this is not a concern, you could wonder about other potential consequences. How exactly does a college react to a student with a...
How does marijuana usage affect alcohol intoxication?
If you suffer from certain medical conditions, such as cancer or glaucoma, using marijuana may help to alleviate your symptoms. Fortunately, Mississippi recently became the 37th state to legalize the use of cannabis for medical purposes. According to the Marijuana...
Should you take a breath analysis test?
If an officer pulls you over for a DUI, they may ask you to take a breath analysis test in order to show whether or not you have a high blood alcohol content level. Breath analysis tests can feel invasive, so you may think you have a right to refuse. Unfortunately,...
Are DUI checkpoints legal in Mississippi?
Law enforcement agencies across the Magnolia State devote significant resources to stopping motorists who are driving under the influence of alcohol. The primary purpose of these stops, of course, is to keep the public safe. After all, as a BuyAutoInsurance.com study...
How accurate are DUI breath tests?
When an officer pulls you over on suspicion of a DUI, you will likely undergo some form of blood alcohol content (BAC) level test. Breath analysis tests like the Breathalyzer rank among the most popular. But just how accurate is a breath analysis test? Is it possible...
DUI charges: They are about more than the legal limit
As a responsible Mississippi driver, you may keep alcohol consumption low and drink lots of water or non-alcoholic beverages when spending time with friends and family. However, despite your efforts, you might still face DUI charges if officers pull you over....
