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What Can Cause You To Fail A Breathalyzer Test
Have you found yourself in a situation where you need to take a breathalyzer test to prove that you're not intoxicated? If so, you may be questioning if the results of the test can be incorrect. There are a couple of circumstances that can give false positives to a breathalyzer test, which is why it helps to know what can cause this for you. Residual Alcohol Were you aware that residual alcohol inside your mouth can cause a false positive result with a roadside breathalyzer test?
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What Do Oklahoma's New DUI Laws Mean For You?
Even if you're not a resident of the Sooner State, you may be interested in (or impacted by) a recent change to Oklahoma's DUI laws. This change entirely jettisons the concept of "implied consent" hearings, making the DUI prosecution process far more streamlined. Learn more about how this change is likely to affect the way DUI cases proceed through Oklahoma courts. What Does This Law Change? As of November 1, 2019, Oklahoma courts will no longer hold implied consent hearings for individuals arrested and charged with DUI.
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When "Informed Consent" Isn't So Informed After All
Every course of medical treatment carries some kind of risk, but patients often find themselves surprised by unexpected consequences when they aren't adequately warned about those potential risks. Doctors are supposed to provide patients with all the information they need to make an informed decision about their own healthcare. That way, the patient fully understands the dangers associated with a given course of action. This is called "informed consent." Unfortunately, too many doctors treat the process in a cavalier manner — and patients suffer as a result.
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Has Your Spouse Been Arrested For A Criminal Offense? 4 Things To Consider
Being notified that your spouse has just been arrested for a criminal offense is sure to be a very devastating time for your family. While your first reaction is likely to be assuming that the charges must be a mistake and a simple explanation is all you need to get them dropped, the fact is that any criminal arrest must always be taken seriously. If have just been notified that your spouse has been arrested and is being held on a criminal charge, the following information will help you make decisions to minimize the emotional and financial damage of the arrest and help you family heal and return to normal as quickly as possible.
About Me
Sometimes it's necessary for individuals to hire a criminal attorney. If you've never had to hire an attorney before, you may not know exactly what to do. Hello, my name is Joanna, and this blog will tell you everything you need to know about hiring a criminal attorney to represent you in your legal matter. I was in this situation recently when a family member needed an attorney. I had to learn quickly what needed to be done, and in the end it all worked out great. I decided to compile a blog to help others learn what to do when they need to hire a criminal attorney. Since this can be a stressful experience, my hope is that this blog will help to ease some of the stress.