In Alabama, it is unlawful to operate a motorized vehicle or vessel while under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance or any combination of the two. The legal limit of Blood Alcohol Content for adult motorists is .08%. The legal limit for drivers under 21,...
Alabama punishes drug crimes severely. If law enforcement finds someone in possession, sale or distribution of cocaine in the state, the likelihood of getting a felony charge is very high, leading to up to life in prison. Cocaine in Alabama The state categorizes...
Nurses have one of the most demanding yet rewarding jobs in Alabama. However, one thing that can cause your world to come crashing down around you is getting charged with driving under the influence. This is what might happen to your nursing career in that situation....
When an adolescent exhibits signs of a drug or alcohol addiction, parents often find it difficult to talk to them about it. They might not know what to say or how they can be effective. This is especially true if the son or daughter is no longer living at home, such...
Deciding to drive in Alabama after using substances that are illegal or that could impair your driving ability could lead to significant consequences. One of these is being stopped by an officer and charged with a DUI. Here are a few things that you can expect if this...
Driving under the influence is a danger to everyone on the road. In Alabama, the court takes this charge seriously, mandating heavy penalties for a first offense. In certain situations, a driver has the right to refuse DUI testing, but this choice can have...
Drivers in Alabama who are pulled over by police on suspicion of driving under the influence have another issue to face. The state has passed a law requiring submission to saliva tests. What is the new law? In August 2021, a new law went into effect requiring all...
Alabama residents who get pulled over by police on suspicion of drunk driving are often asked to take field sobriety tests. If you’re sober, you expect to easily pass, but it’s possible to fail. What are field sobriety tests? Field sobriety tests consist of certain...
If an officer in Birmingham, Alabama, suspects a person of drunk driving, they may pull the driver over to check for intoxication. State laws allow officers to check for impairment using field sobriety tests, which require the driver to perform physical tasks. Types...
Alabama courts are very serious about prosecuting defendants who have been charged with driving under the influence. State legislators have enhanced driving laws over the past two decades to make DUI one of the top priorities when it comes to prosecuting criminal...
