John McCurley
Attorney · University of San Francisco School of Law
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Can You Get a DUI on a Golf Cart?
Everyone knows it’s illegal to get behind the wheel of a car while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. But can you get a DUI for driving a golf cart while drunk or high on drugs? Under the laws of most states, you can get a DUI on a golf cart.
Can a Vehicle Passenger Drink Alcohol? Can I Have an Open Container in my Car?
Most states have laws prohibiting passengers and drivers from drinking alcohol or possessing an open container of alcohol in a vehicle. Read about state open container laws and their exceptions.
DMV Per Se Hearings: How They Differ From DUI Criminal Cases
A DUI arrest normally leads to administrative license suspension proceedings through the DMV and criminal charges. Learn about how these two types of proceedings are separate but related.
Teen Drunk Driving: The Consequences of an Underage DUI
To curb underage drunk driving, all states have enacted “zero-tolerance” laws that apply to drivers who are under that age of 21. An underage DUI can not only lead to legal consequences, but also negatively affect a young person’s education and career opportunities.
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