High Crimes and Misdemeanors: The FAA and Pilot DUIs
Hailey French’s Story – When millions barely cover the bills.
Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI) is a serious offense in Colorado that can have far-reaching consequences. Many individuals who face this charge wonder about its long-term impact, particularly when it comes to employment...more
According to data from the NHTSA Fatality and Injury Reporting System Tool, Colorado is home to six of the 75 cities with the highest rates of fatal drunk driving accidents in the United States. The city of Pueblo,...more
On June 14, 2024, the Sixth DCA limited an officer’s authority to conduct DUI investigations that extend into other jurisdictions, and in doing so, has created a conflict with existing Florida law. In State v. Repple, the...more
On November 15, 2023, the New Jersey Supreme Court released its decision on the much anticipated issue of whether Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) testimony is admissible under New Jersey Rule of Evidence 702. The Court...more
Impaired driving charges are no joke. When an individual operates a vehicle while intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol or drugs, they may find themselves facing an arrest for Operating a Vehicle Impaired or for...more
“But I only had two beers.” “But it’s legal in this state.” “But my doctor prescribed it.” No. No. And maybe not. Those excuses don’t cut it when it comes to a truck driver failing a federally prescribed test for drugs or...more
In Colorado, both medical and recreational cannabis have been legalized; however, there are specific requirements for eligibility to use them. Additionally, laws are in place to regulate the conduct of individuals under the...more
No matter your age, a DUI charge is something that can have long-lasting consequences with far-reaching impacts. While much attention is often given to underaged drinking and driving, it's essential to recognize that DUIs can...more
Dealing with the Colorado Springs DMV can be an incredibly stressful and confusing experience. From enduring long holds and waiting in lengthy lines to receiving inconsistent information, the DMV often lives up to its...more
Boating is a popular pastime in Florida. While being on the water can lead to a great deal of enjoyment, it can also lead to injuries. Understanding our state’s boating laws can help you to ensure that you stay safe. It can...more
The consequences of a DUI conviction in Colorado extend beyond legal penalties. On top of legal penalties such as fines, license suspension or revocation, and even jail time, those convicted of a DUI in Colorado face other...more
Know before you blow! In this episode, we explore the consequences and repercussions of DUIs for pilots. As professionals who hold a high level of responsibility and trust, pilots are held to strict regulations when it comes...more
In the state of Colorado, marijuana has been legal for recreational consumption since 2012. While laws on driving under the influence of alcohol have been well-known by the drivers of Colorado for many years, the laws on...more
If you are convicted of DUI in Colorado, you will be subject to a number of criminal penalties, including the potential for jail time. However, it does come with restrictions regarding a driver's driving privileges, including...more
Cannabis has been legal in Colorado for some time, both recreationally and medically. Despite this, driving under the influence of marijuana is not legal. Those who support marijuana argue that driving while high is very...more
As of November 2020, the State of Colorado has updated marijuana laws pertaining to the possession and sale of Marijuana. Upon the legalization of marijuana in December of 2012, Colorado become one of few states where an...more
Federal law allows each state to determine what the penalties for driving under the influence should be. While most states have similar penalties for DUI offenses, there are still small discrepancies between each state. There...more
When an individual is convicted of a DUI, or has refused a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) test, there is a high probability that they will be required to install an interlock device in their motor vehicle while their...more
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation legalizing recreational marijuana on March 31, 2021. The legalized use of marijuana is effective immediately, even though retail sales of marijuana are not expected to begin...more
On March 18, 2021, the Pennsylvania Superior Court decided Spencer v. Johnson, 2021 Pa. Super. 48 (Pa. Super. Ct. March 18, 2021) in which the court suggested in dicta that the Fair Share Act is only implicated when the...more
Reporting no evidence of residual effects on drivers, last fall’s findings contribute to the growing discussion of cannabis’s effects on consumers. Over the autumn of 2019, a group of researchers out of Toronto announced...more
A U.S. immigrant may feel that receiving a green card (permanent residence) is the end goal of their immigration journey. However, if a permanent resident plans to become a U.S. citizen, he or she should be aware that certain...more
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently adopted new policy guidance altering the way immigration officers evaluate criminal sentences and make good moral character determinations. These changes may impact a...more
Although drunk drivers inflict terrible carnage on others traveling on the nation’s streets and highways, law enforcement agencies and skeevy device makers may be unwinding the trust in what has become a cornerstone of the...more
Moffitt v. Tunkhannock Area School District, 192 A.3d 1214 (Pa. Commw. Ct. Aug. 18, 2018). The Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court affirmed an elementary school principal’s termination, because sufficient evidence supported...more