Archive for the ‘DUI’ Category

If you are convicted of a DUI in Kentucky, the consequences can be severe. In addition to suspension of your driver’s license and the cost of fines and increased insurance payments, you may face probation, jail time, the installation of an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) in your vehicle, and mandatory participation in education or treatment programs for substance abuse. Even worse, a conviction means you will have a criminal record that will follow you for the rest of your life, affecting your prospects for education, job opportunities, government benefits, and […]

If you are arrested and charged with a DUI in Kentucky, the situation is serious, but even more so if you have had a previous DUI. This is because Kentucky has a “look-back period,” which is the time in which a driver’s record shows past offenses.  If your previous DUI occurred during this look-back period, the penalties you face increase substantially. Prior to April 9, 2016, Kentucky’s look-back period for DUI was five years for enhanced penalties for repeat offenders, but this was expanded to 10 years in 2016. These […]

You never know what to expect when a police cruiser’s lights appear in your rearview mirror. What might initially seem like a minor inconvenience during a routine traffic stop can quickly lead to an arrest for driving under the influence (DUI). A DUI conviction often attracts huge consequences. Even for the first offense, a person may face jail time, community service, and fines. It’s important to employ every available means to get yourself out of such situations quickly. Keep in mind that a police officer begins to assess your conduct […]

Many people who have been arrested for DUI have never had any trouble with the law. When you got your DUI, you may have thought that you were OK to drive or that you were only going a short distance. When you were placed into handcuffs for your first DUI, you may have been scared or worried about what will happen next. So what usually happens on your first DUI? Here’s what you can expect. Arrest After you’re arrested for a DUI, you will likely be taken into custody. It’s […]

Not only can you go to jail for a DUI in KY, depending on the circumstances, if you’re convicted, you will go to jail. Your sentence depends on many issues. If the defenses against the charges are strong enough, you may avoid a conviction and jail. Don’t take a driving under the influence (DUI) arrest lightly, because the possible consequences go far beyond jail time. Dan Carman defends the rights of clients throughout Kentucky who find themselves investigated or arrested for criminal charges. He can work with you to put […]

Getting arrested for a DUI is bound to be a costly experience, with emotional and social costs as well as financial ones. In that critical moment, you may start thinking about the need for an attorney and wonder, how much does a DUI lawyer cost? While attorney fees vary according to the circumstances, the monetary cost of a good DUI lawyer to defend you against these charges is small in comparison to what you could wind up paying if you try to go it alone In addition to costs, if […]

If you’ve been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you’re probably anxious and worried, and you may be wondering what is a misdemeanor DUI in Kentucky? Here is a definition: In Kentucky, if you are convicted under a first misdemeanor driving under the influence (DUI) offense, you could face misdemeanor penalties ranging from 48 hours to 30 days in jail and/or a monetary fine ranging from $200-$500. Being convicted of a DUI can impact your driving record, the cost of car insurance, and your future driving […]

Boating in Kentucky is supposed to be about having fun and relaxing. Whether it’s to go water skiing, fishing or just enjoying a beautiful day on a pontoon boat, being on the water is supposed to be about getting away from it all. For some, part of boating may be drinking, and if you’re the one piloting a boat you could be arrested for boating while intoxicated (BWI) by conservation officers of the Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources. It’s against the law in Kentucky to operate a vessel, or […]