You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardDUI is a criminal offense in all 50 states. In most cases, DUI is considered a misdemeanor crime, resulting in jail time, fines, and driver's license suspension. However, there are some circumstances where DUI can be charged as a...
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Criminal Penalties for Providing Alcohol to Minors in Oregon
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardIf you are an adult in Oregon and provide alcohol to a minor, you could face criminal penalties. It is important to know what the criminal penalties are for providing alcohol to minors so that you can avoid them. At Donahue Law...
Why Is It A DUII In Oregon?
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardWhen it comes to driving infractions, one of the worst is undoubtedly driving under the influence. Not only does it put you in danger, but it puts others on the road in danger as well. As an experienced DUI attorney in Oregon, we...
Tips to Avoiding a DUI During the Holidays
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardThe winter holidays are rapidly approaching. For most people, that means an increase in stress, as work projects have to balance against hard end-of-year deadlines. It’s also the time of year in which we see a serious uptick in...
Understanding What “One Drink” Really Means
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardWhen going out, it’s easy to say, “I’ll only have one drink.” But “one drink” is a pretty loose definition. If you follow the loose idea that a drink is whatever you can fit in a pint glass, that opens up a lot of room for...
Auto Insurance & DUIs: Why Did My Rates Go Up?
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardThere are several widely-known impacts that come along with being convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI). For example, most adults understand that a DUI conviction can lead to probation or jail time, come with large fees,...
The Other Types of Field Sobriety Tests
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardIf you have been out with your friends on a Friday night after a long week at work, you may have revelled in a beer or two. You may have thought you were okay to drive home afterwards. Either you’ve stumbled into a DUI checkpoint or...
The Three Types of Field Sobriety Tests
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardBeing pulled over by a police officer can be scary, especially if you have had a beer or two. You never know what to expect when an officer pulls you over, and you may not even know why you were being pulled over. Still, your heart...
Can You Get a DUI While High in Oregon?
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardIn 2014, the state of Oregon legalized recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older to purchase. While this means that the residents of Deschutes county can enjoy this plant on their own time and in their own homes, some laws...
How To Get Around After Losing Your License
You Deserve to Have Your Story HeardIn some cases, after being accused and convicted of a DUI, you’ll have your license suspended or revoked. In moments like these, your life can change dramatically. Suddenly, the freedom you once had to travel is no longer yours. An...