When Shanesha Taylor, a 35-year-old homeless mother, left her two children in a hot car, it was not because she was abusive. She was actually going for a job interview and made the tough decision to lock her children in so they would be safe. Nevertheless, when someone noticed the children in the car they called the authorities, and Shanesha was charged with felony child abuse. Continue reading
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DUI Blood Tests: What You Need to Know
In a previous entry, we shared tips for why you should never take a field sobriety test. Spoiler alert: they’re grossly unreliable. Continue reading
Does Your Boss Need To Know About Your DUI?
A man is suing a police chief over what he says is a wrongful arrest for driving under the influence (DUI) that cost him his job after his boss found out. Continue reading
Just How Does Blood Alcohol Content Affect Your Driving?
We hear a lot about blood alcohol concentration (BAC), but how exactly does it affect our ability to drive? Continue reading
Can You Be Charged With DUI For Sleeping It Off In Your Car?
In an incident that garnered national attention in December, former Arizona Cardinal Michael Floyd was found sleeping behind the wheel of his car at an intersection in Scottsdale, Ariz. He was charged with two counts of driving under the influence (DUI). Continue reading
Find Out Why A Judge Tossed Breathalyzer Tests in DUI Cases
A Vermont judge who claims there isn’t enough scientific evidence in breath tests to fairly charge someone with driving under the influence (DUI) threw out critical evidence in 25 cases. Continue reading