John McCurley
Attorney · University of San Francisco School of Law
Website
More Articles by John McCurley
Articles 41-50 out of 92
How Much Does a First Offense DUI Cost?
We surveyed readers in different parts of the country who had been arrested for a first-offense DUI to find out how much they paid to resolve their case.
Ignition Interlock Devices: Costs and Requirements
Read about how ignition interlock devices (IIDs) work, how much IIDs cost, and what happens if you try to evade detection by tampering with or tricking an IID.
How Long Does a DUI/DWI Stay on Your Record?
DUI convictions typically don't stay on your record and count as prior convictions forever. Here's how it works.
What Happens at a DUI Arraignment?
After you are arrested for a DUI, you will have an arraignment. The arraignment is a court procedure during which you enter a plea and arrange a few other details, including scheduling the next proceeding in your case. This article describes the issues usually covered at an arraignment.
Can I Get Jail Time for a Misdemeanor DUI Conviction?
For most DUI and DWI convictions—even a first misdemeanor drunk driving offense—jail time is a possibility. But the likelihood of receiving a jail sentence for driving under the influence generally depends on the circumstances of your case
Can I Get Arrested for Drinking and Driving on Private Property?
Whether you can be arrested for a DUI on your own private property depends on what state you live in. Some states have DUI laws that apply to all private and public property within state borders.
Pennsylvania's Boating Under the Influence (BUI) Laws and Penalties
Pennsylvania law prohibits operating or being in actual physical control of a watercraft while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Read about what the law specifically prohibits and the penalties you'll face if convicted of a BUI/BWI
Can I Get a DUI for a Prescription Medication (Like a Painkiller) or Legal Drug?
Lots of people have medical prescriptions to use certain drugs, and recreational marijuana use is now legal in a number of states. Here's how DUI/DWI laws apply to various types of legal drug and medication use.
What Happens If I'm Drunk Driving and Get in an Accident That’s Not My Fault?
When a DUI involves an accident, the driver may also be liable for injuries and property damage that result.
What Happens When You Get Your First DUI?
Getting arrested and charged with driving under the influence can be anxiety-provoking. But there are often ways of minimizing the penalties you'll face for a conviction