We hear it on T.V. all the time: You have the right to remain silent and you have the right to an attorney. But, what exactly does that mean when you face arrest for driving impaired? Where does this right come from? How do we use it to our full advantage? Gideon vs....
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Traffic Stops: When silence is your best friend
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Sep 4, 2020 | Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving
No one wants, or expects, to be pulled over for driving intoxicated. If we thought we were unable to drive, we would take a cab or call a friend. But the fact remains that, many times, we feel as though we are capable of driving when the law says we are not. The...
Is it legal for a cop to search your car?
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Sep 2, 2020 | Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving, DWI Defense, DWI Law
Let’s face it: It is hard to say no to a cop. Even when we know we deserve a citation – you totally paused at that stop sign, didn’t you? – we hope that compliance, manners and perhaps a little contrition, will get us out of a ticket. None of us are without fault...
Do I have the right to refuse a field sobriety test?
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Aug 22, 2020 | Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving, DWI Defense, DWI Law
No one expects it. You drive home from a party, it’s late, you don’t feel intoxicated and besides you only had a couple of drinks and that was at least 2 hours ago. You’re not driving at your optimum ability – it’s late and fatigue is setting in. But a long day turned...
Can I get a DUI while on prescription drugs?
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Aug 17, 2020 | Criminal Defense, Drunk Driving, DWI Defense
When you are taking prescription drugs, it’s always important to know the side effects. Reading your prescription label thoroughly can alert you if you shouldn’t be taking this medication right before driving or if you are more apt to become drowsy while using your...
Do not hinder your defense after a DUI charge
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Mar 15, 2017 | Criminal Defense
Whether it is your first time facing a DUI or your third, you are still entitled to a defense by a qualified attorney who knows how to protect your rights. The deeper your criminal record goes, the harder it can be for you to get a job or have a successful life in...
When intoxication can be used as a defense
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Jan 14, 2016 | Criminal Defense
When a Missouri resident is accused of a crime, there is always the question of whether intoxication can be used by an attorney as a defense. In general, it depends on if the person was voluntarily intoxicated or involuntarily intoxicated.By definition, a person is...
Missouri woman to get new trial in fatal DWI accident case
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Jan 8, 2016 | Criminal Defense
A Missouri woman who was handed a five-year prison sentence for causing a fatal drunk driving accident in 2012 will get another chance to make her case in court after an appeals court ruled on Dec. 22 that the judge in her original trial gave incomplete instructions...
What is an “Alford plea?”
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Jul 20, 2015 | Criminal Defense
It is not uncommon for Missouri prosecutors and defense attorneys to enter into plea negotiations before a criminal trial takes place. Making a plea deal can often save the state considerable time and resources that it would otherwise take to bring charges to trial,...
Pre-trial motions could get evidence dismissed in DWI cases
On Behalf of Travis Noble, P.C. | Apr 27, 2015 | Criminal Defense
When someone faces criminal charges, he or she may appear in court multiple times as part of the legal process. However, many people only go to court once for an arraignment when charged with driving while under the influence, as those accused of a DWI related charge...
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