States with “Scarlet Letter” License Plates for DUI Offenders

Policies Being Adopted for DUI License Plates

As more states are cracking down on drinking and driving, some policy makers are moving to incite special license plates for those who have been convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or similar offenses. In addition to Ohio, where the practice of issuing “Scarlet Letter” license plates for DUI offenders has a long-standing tradition, several …

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Texas DWI Defendants Made “Donations” for Easier Sentences

Discover how civil asset forfeiture rules allowed prosecutors to keep seized property despite unreliable evidence.

In the murky world of criminal justice, where trust is paramount, a shocking scandal unfolded in Harris County, Texas. It involved corrupt police officers, compromised cases, and a prosecutor’s questionable decisions. This case sheds light on the flaws within our legal system and the consequences faced by DWI (Driving While Intoxicated) defendants. The Gerald Goines …

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Colorado Gets Tough on Chronic DUI Offenders

Colorado Gets Tough on Chronic DUI Offenders

New Law Means Hard Time for Chronic DUI Offenders Prosecutors and defense attorneys have been on high alert when it comes to Mesa County, Colorado judges being consistent with sentencing Driving Under the Influence (DUI) offenders, but legal professionals have also noticed another pattern – more aggressive approaches from prosecutors. It has been noted that …

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How Social Media Plays a Role in DUI

Social Media DUI and how it affects a DUI case

Self-Incrimination on Social Media When it comes to using social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, it is probably not the best idea to post photos or videos of yourself committing crimes or performing suspicious behavior. Some social media users forget that what they post online can be seen by anyone and everyone including …

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