Month: October 2019
Traffic tickets could cost more than fines and points
Most people here in Amherst and elsewhere tend not to follow the rules of the road all the time. Some people speed, some roll through stop signs and some push the limit when it comes to getting through yellow lights. When police officers witness these actions, they often result in traffic tickets. If not taken…
What does it mean to face charges of aggravated DWI?
Nearly everyone with a driver’s license knows that driving after drinking is illegal if a person’s blood alcohol concentration reaches or is above the state’s legal limit — which is .08 in most instances. If convicted, an Amherst resident could face criminal penalties that include fines, jail time and more. However, under certain circumstances, the…
Did a night out lead to public intoxication charges?
When most people go out with their friends, they intend to have a good time. They may find a place to hang out, see a show, get a meal or have a few drinks. When it comes to drinking, you know that you should never get behind the wheel of a vehicle after consuming alcohol.…
Nurses often face additional ramifications from a DWI
Seeing flashing lights in the rearview mirror is never a good sign. When police stop an Amherst resident and suspect the individual of drunk driving, a driver’s anxiety can skyrocket as he or she considers the consequences associated with a conviction. If that driver is a nurse, the situation can become even more stressful since…