Anyone who has access to a vehicle and alcohol could potentially violate impaired driving laws. Some people who get accused of driving while intoxicated (DWI) offenses are young adults. They often fail to understand the risk involved with their behavior. Most people...
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Counting drinks doesn’t always protect someone from DWI charges
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Apr 23, 2024 | BAC
No one wants to end a night out with friends or a romantic evening with a drunk driving traffic stop. Police officers can pull people over when they suspect them of intoxication. Anyone who fails field sobriety tests or chemical testing might end up facing driving...
3 types of drugs that could lead to Missouri DWI charges
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Apr 2, 2024 | DWI Defense
The law in Missouri imposes strict regulations on substances that can affect the human body or brain. Controlled substance laws help to protect the public from manufacturers putting addictive substances in products or the dangers of having access to potentially deadly...
How many points is a DWI in Missouri?
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Apr 1, 2024 | Blog, DWI Law
Driving while intoxicated is a serious offense in Missouri. A DWI conviction carries significant consequences that can impact various aspects of your life. One important aspect to consider is the allocation of points to your driving record as a result of a DWI...
Understanding BAC levels and driving impairment
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Mar 26, 2024 | BAC
Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) measures the amount of alcohol in the bloodstream. Each increment presents distinct risks and impairments to driving abilities. The effects of alcohol at various BAC levels can significantly compromise a driver's capacity to operate a...
3 reasons people may underestimate their blood alcohol level
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Feb 28, 2024 | BAC
Adults who occasionally drink alcohol often try to gauge their own level of impairment. People need to know when to stop drinking if they want to remain sober or how long to give themselves before ordering a second drink. This is especially true for those who intend...
What is the standardized field sobriety test?
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Feb 23, 2024 | Drunk Driving
People who are pulled over due to an officer’s suspicion that they might be drunk driving may be asked to take a field sobriety test so officers can determine if they are impaired. While there are many different types of these tests, only the standardized field...
Is Possession of a Controlled Substance a Felony in Missouri?
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Feb 15, 2024 | Criminal Defense
Possession of a controlled substance in Missouri can lead to serious legal consequences. Under Missouri law, the severity of the offense varies by the type and amount of the substance involved. Classification of Missouri drug felonies ranges from Class A to Class D....
When do Missouri police departments increase DWI enforcement?
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Feb 3, 2024 | DWI Defense
Technically, anyone who draws the attention of a police officer in traffic or ends up involved in a crash could be subject to chemical screening and arrest, depending on the situation. Missouri police officers arrest people who cause crashes and also those who...
Parents have more to lose after a DWI arrest
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Jan 28, 2024 | Drunk Driving
People in a variety of different personal circumstances could end up arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) infractions in Missouri. Factors ranging from someone's prior record to whether they caused a crash or simply failed a breath test influence the...
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