Getting pulled over for a breath test can be inconvenient when you are in a rush. However, all drivers in Tennessee need to comply when it happens. The state has implied consent laws, which automatically give authorities consent to administer a breath test if they...
Drunk Driving
What are the penalties for a DUI in Tennessee?
Safe roads are a right for every traveler. To encourage responsible driving, state laws impose penalties for driving under the influence of alcohol or various controlled substances. The particular consequences of a DUI can vary by state. In Tennessee, the fines or...
How can I spot a drunk driver?
Keeping Tennessee’s roadways safe is a concern for all of us. Everybody knows that a drunk driver is a great danger to themselves and other people. Of course, the best way to prevent drunk driving is to make sure that you have an alternative plan to get home, should...
Can you avoid DUI checkpoints?
Officers can set up DUI checkpoints where they see fit, and they do not even always have to warn other drivers about it. However, is it actually necessary for a driver to go through these DUI checkpoints? Or is it legal for them to simply drive around these points?...
When can you get a restricted license after a Tennessee DUI?
When you lose your driver’s license after a conviction for driving under the influence in Tennessee, you may find it difficult to go to school, hold down a job or follow the other terms of your sentence. However, in some cases, you may be able to get a restricted...
What are the first signs of being drunk?
Having too much alcohol in your system while driving could cause you to get into an accident and inflict serious injury or perhaps even death on another driver and passengers. Even if you avoid this outcome, the police might arrest you and you could face the...
Tennessee ranks 11th in the nation for drunk driving
Drunk driving continues to cause injuries and claim lives across Tennessee and the rest of the United States. Yet, many motorists continue to engage in this unsafe driving behavior. Research shows that Tennessee motorists face a higher chance of encountering a drunk...
Reviewing the penalties for underage drunk driving
Driving under the influence of alcohol can lead to harsh repercussions regardless of one's age, but if you are a minor, you need to understand the different ways in which these allegations could shatter your life. Aside from penalties imposed by courts, young drivers...
How do you save money on car insurance after a DUI?
After Tennessee law enforcement arrested you for drunk driving, you have a lot of additional expenses to budget for. You expect your car insurance company to increase your rates, and you want to get ahead of the inevitable. Car and Driver offer tips for reducing...
Can I lose my student financial aid after a DUI?
If you are a college student and a police officer arrests you for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you are probably worried about how this mistake will impact your education. Many student aid providers may limit eligibility for students who have...