On behalf of Durflinger Oliver & Associates PS | Sep 10, 2020 | DUI
Consuming alcohol at a Washington bar or anywhere else may impair your ability to walk, talk or drive a vehicle. In all 50 states, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle if you have a blood alcohol level of 0.08 or higher, and in Utah, the legal limit is 0.05....
by Durflinger Oliver & Associates PS | Sep 15, 2019 | DUI
Are you facing a DUI charge in the State of Washington? If you don’t want to go to trial, one option may be to petition the court to enter into a deferred prosecution. A deferred prosecution in Washington comes with its pros and cons. Keep reading to learn what those...
by Durflinger Oliver & Associates PS | Sep 1, 2019 | DUI
You’ve just watched your Seattle Seahawks crush the Green Bay Packers and you’re feeling pretty good. Your team played well, you had a few “pops” with your buddies at the sports bar, and now you’re driving home. It’s not far....
by Durflinger Oliver & Associates PS | Aug 15, 2019 | DUI
Washington DUI penalties are harsh in order to encourage compliance and deter individuals from becoming repeat offenders. Punishments include the likes of a suspended drivers license, Ignition Interlock Device requirements, thousands of dollars in fines, and jail...
by Durflinger Oliver & Associates PS | Aug 1, 2019 | DUI
If you’ve wondered what the legal limit for blood alcohol level in Washington is, we’ve got the answers for you, plus a little more insight!. What is Blood Alcohol Content? If you’ve heard of the term “BAC” and wondered what it truly...
by James E. Oliver | Jun 15, 2019 | Criminal Defense, DUI
After being arrested with a driving under the influence (DUI) charge, the individual facing the charges may not be clear on what to expect next. A defense attorney will begin to work immediately on either getting the charges dropped or reduced to a lesser...
On behalf of Durflinger Oliver & Associates PS | Mar 1, 2019 | DUI
Why Would a DUI Case Be Thrown Out? The ideal situation for any individual who is facing a driving under the influence (DUI) charge would be for that case to be thrown out and the arrested person walking away free and clear. While it can seem like a pipedream, certain...
On behalf of Durflinger Oliver & Associates PS | Feb 15, 2019 | DUI
Understanding the Concept of Physical Control DUI Being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) does not always necessarily mean that the car is currently in the action of being driven when the defendant is arrested. In fact, many times, someone can be arrested...
On behalf of Durflinger Oliver & Associates PS | Jan 15, 2019 | DUI
Washington State Reported as State with One of Lowest DUI Death Rates For licensed Washington drivers, staying safe while behind the wheel is extremely important, especially when it comes to impaired or intoxicated driving. The numbers certainly show this fact as...
On behalf of Durflinger Oliver & Associates PS | Jan 1, 2019 | DUI
Appealing a DUI Conviction The State of Washington has strict driving under the influence (DUI) laws. If someone is convicted of a DUI, it should be assumed that the penalties will be harsh. This is why if someone believes he or she has been wrongfully convicted of a...
