DWI or DUI arrests and convictions can be detrimental to Oklahoma residents. Obviously, driving with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 or higher is dangerous for the drivers, passengers and other vehicles in the vicinity. In fact, DWI and DUI combined injure approximately 2,500 and kill 220 Oklahomans each year. Those convicted of…
Drinking and driving is never a good idea. Not only are you putting yourself and countless others in serious danger, but doing so can have a far-reaching impact on your career, family life, personal finances and more. Even with that knowledge in mind, there are still times when people make mistakes. If you are…
Oklahoma might have legalized medical marijuana, but it’s still illegal to drive under the influence of drugs. Even if you have a prescription from a doctor, medical marijuana could still impair your judgment, reaction time and decision-making abilities. As a result, the police might arrest you if they catch you driving under the influence…
The Oklahoma Legislature recently approved funds for the Department of Transportation to use for marijuana breath testing. The proposed pilot program would equip police officers with this new technology that can determine if a person used marijuana in the past couple of hours. Like alcohol Breathalyzer tests performed roadside, these marijuana tests would be…