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New Evidence Clears School Bus Driver Arrested for DUII

December 8, 2019

The school bus driver in Oregon who was arrested in November after he drove off the road with students onboard will no longer be prosecuted. Twenty-year-old Jonathan Gates had been accused of driving under the influence of intoxicants on November 13. The Mid Columbia Bus Company employee briefly drove a Forest Grove School District bus…

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Can I Be Arrested for DUI With BAC Below 0.08?

Can I Be Arrested for DUI With BAC Below 0.08?

December 2, 2019

Driving under the influence (DUI) carries stiff penalties in the state of Idaho. When determining whether or not a driver is DUI, blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is often used as a decisive factor. Idaho maintains 0.08 as the legal limit for BAC. Drivers who have BAC above 0.08 are presumed to be drunk and arrested…

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Man Pleads Guilty to Vehicular Manslaughter in DUI Crash

November 29, 2019

A driver responsible for a DUI crash that resulted in the death of one person and severe injuries to another has now pleaded guilty to vehicular manslaughter. The accident took place on the Market Road in May early this year. Robert Murray, 65, was driving a 2014 Dodge Ram at the time. While traveling eastbound…

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How Much Does a First DUI in Idaho Cost? | DUI Lawyer in Idaho

How Much Does a First DUI in Idaho Cost?

November 24, 2019

You may have read about the range of penalties that a DUI citation incurs. However, most people are typically unaware of the actual cost of a DUI charge. If you have been charged with DUI, be prepared to dish out thousands of dollars by the time your case is resolved. If you are unaware of…

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DUI Driver Hits Boise Police Vehicle

DUI Driver Hits Boise Police Vehicle

November 20, 2019

A DUI driver hits Boise police vehicle on Friday. The police officer had received a report about the driver and was looking for him when he was hit. According to the authorities, the accident took place on the Hill Road near Forsythia. The officer was responding to a report about the drunk driver at the…

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What Not to Do After a DUI Arrest?

What Not to Do After a DUI Arrest?

November 14, 2019

Driving under the influence (DUI) carries serious penalties. You face jail time, fine, license suspension, mandatory installation of an ignition interlock device and more. The penalties are relatively light for the first offense but grow harsher with subsequence offenses. During a DUI arrest, people tend to make mistakes which are then used as evidence against…

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77-Year Old Boise Man Pleads Guilty to Meth Possession, Distribution

November 8, 2019

A 77-year old man from Boise, Clinton DeWitt Bays pleads guilty to meth possession, distribution. Bays was previously out on bond for the trafficking and possession of methamphetamine which he intended to sell. He was subsequently found trying to sell 4 ounces of meth to an undercover agent. The arrest of Bays came about as…

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How to Argue for Leniency in a DUI Case?

How to Argue for Leniency in a DUI Case?

November 2, 2019

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in the state of Idaho. The penalties are harsh and can often be a life-changing experience. For the 1st DUI offense, the penalties include jail time of up to 6 months, fine of up to $1,000 and a license suspension of up to 7 months. If…

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Driver Charged With Aggravated DUI for Hitting Kuna Teen

October 29, 2019

Deputies of the Ada County Sheriff’s office have arrested a driver for hitting a teen in a DUI accident. The driver has been charged with aggravated DUI for hitting Kuna teen. The accident took place back in early September but the arrest was made now. The driver responsible for the accident is Joseph Jefferies, 70.…

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Should You Refuse a Breathalyzer Test if Stopped for DUI?

Should You Refuse a Breathalyzer Test if Stopped for DUI?

October 24, 2019

When a police officer stops you on suspicions of DUI, you are typically required to undergo a couple of tests. These tests are used by the officer to ascertain whether or not you are under the influence. One of the most common and popularly used tests is the breathalyzer test. In this test, you are…

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