DUI – Drunk Driving

It is normal for those recently arrested for a driving under the influence (DUI) offense in Oklahoma to worry about the consequences that they may face in the event of a conviction. If someone pleads guilty or the criminal courts convict them, the courts have the...

A DUI arrest can begin changing your life immediately. If you were arrested and released from jail after posting bail or on your own recognizance, you may have to wait some time before your first hearing before a judge. In the meantime, you won’t have your driver’s...

There are numerous criminal charges that Oklahoma prosecutors can pursue against someone accused of intoxication at the wheel. Those with a slightly elevated blood alcohol concentration (BAC) who are not technically over the legal limit might face driving while...

An enjoyable night on the town with old friends, maybe some you haven't seen in a while, could lead to a life-changing traffic stop. Perhaps you innocently had a few cocktails. When the party was over, you decided that you were okay to drive. As you head home, you see...

Getting arrested for drunk driving is more than just embarrassing, it can cause significant professional and personal difficulties. Once you have served your time, paid your fines, and completed everything the court asked of you, you can move on … right?...

Oklahoma law accounts for multiple types of drunk driving that encompass various punishment levels. They include: DUI – Driving under the influence DWI – Driving while impaired APC – Actual physical control DUI with a child in the vehicle Felony DUI if the arrest...

A new law considered in Oklahoma would make DUI offenders more financially responsible for the children whose parents died as a result of their unfortunate decision to get behind the wheel when drunk. Lawmakers in the Oklahoma House have introduced a bill that would...

Oklahoma City loves its sporting events. Thunder, Energy and Dodgers games reliably draw fans who love the spectacle of sports and the opportunity to relieve a little stress in the form of alcoholic beverages. Unfortunately, the length of some sporting events, and...

If a person under 21 is arrested for drunk driving in Oklahoma, it could be terrifying for them and their parents. It’s important to understand the consequences of underage DUI. What are the underage DUI laws? Although the blood alcohol concentration or BAC limit for...