Here is a new definition of drug charges: can you imagine buying marijuana on your credit card? Regular readers of this blog know by now that medical marijuana is legal is 21 U.S. states, and that two states, Colorado and Washington, allow recreational use of marijuana. We have also discussed … [Read more...] about A new definition of drug charges
Archives for June 2014
Arizona DUI and the other kind of bars
Stephen King set his “Shawshank Redemption” and “The Green Mile” stories in prison environments. Elvis swiveled his hips in striped pants and sang in “Jailhouse Rock.” “Orange Is The New Black” is one of the hottest TV shows around. “OZ” paved the way for other iconic HBO series. What is it about … [Read more...] about Arizona DUI and the other kind of bars
Palcohol and underage DUI
A new alcohol product on the market has many organizations and lawmakers concerned, notably Mothers Against Drunk Driving, particularly in relation to a new perceived threat to underage drinkers. The product, known as Palcohol, is a powdered form of ingestible alcohol. There are already many kinds … [Read more...] about Palcohol and underage DUI
DUI and drunk dialing
Some people, when they drink too much alcohol, can be seized by the impulse to communicate, by phone or cell phone, with people in their lives. Unfortunately, these communications can be as “impaired” as the person relaying them. Too much information? Too much emotion? Too many expletives? Let’s say … [Read more...] about DUI and drunk dialing
Arizona group helps prevent holiday DUIs
Generally this blog discusses DUI from a legal point of view, focusing on the subjects of legal responsibility and accountability for those who drive while impaired, as well as the actions of those who enforce the DUI laws and work to prevent repeat offenses. That’s why I believe this topic is a … [Read more...] about Arizona group helps prevent holiday DUIs
Bartenders and DUI
This blog has covered many DUI related topics, including laws, penalties for DUI offenses, and much more, from both the driver’s and law enforcement's perspective. Now we are going to take a look at another side of the subject, namely the role of the alcohol server--that is, bartenders-- and their … [Read more...] about Bartenders and DUI