A 21-year-old man has been arrested and accused of driving under the influence of alcohol after allegedly attempting to evade a traffic stop in West Virginia. Attempting to evade authorities is never advisable, and such a decision may only increase suspicions of the...
Off-duty police officer arrested on suspicion of drunk driving
There are a variety of scenarios in which a person might exhibit erratic driving behavior. In some cases, it may take little more than a moment of inattention to cause an individual to experience difficulty maintaining proper lane control. Unfortunately, an off-duty...
1 accused of drunk driving after falling asleep in vehicle
With many individuals having long commutes to and from their job, it might not be that uncommon for a person to experience fatigue on the road. However, should authorities encounter a driver who is asleep at the wheel, they may be more inclined to suspect the presence...
Sheriff’s deputy accused of drunk driving in West Virginia
A sheriff's deputy has recently been accused of driving under the influence of alcohol after he allegedly crashed a vehicle into a home in West Virginia. Drunk driving charges are serious in nature, and those accused of similar crimes face serious consequences if a...
1 accused of drunk driving after fleeing into icy river
When a person becomes involved in a traffic stop, he or she may feel somewhat intimidated by the process. However, attempting to evade the situation altogether is never advisable, and may only lead to additional charges should an investigation follow. A man has...
Traffic stop leads to drunk driving charges for West Virginia man
A man has been arrested and accused of driving under the influence of alcohol following a recent traffic stop in West Virginia. A drunk driving offense carries serious consequences should a conviction be obtained, which only increase in severity if additional charges...
Burnt-out headlight leads to drunk driving charges for 1
There are a multitude of scenarios in which a routine traffic stop may occur. Should an officer come upon a vehicle with a burned-out headlight, he or she may initiate a stop with the intent of informing the driver of the issue. However, if the officer becomes...
Man resigns as mayor following accusations of drunk driving
Individuals who are facing charges for driving under the influence of alcohol may find the subsequent process to be stressful and intimidating. Simply being accused of a similar crime can have an impact on one's reputation within the community, which can be...
Man faces drunk driving charges after operating tractor on road
When being accused of driving under the influence of alcohol, an individual has rights that must be upheld throughout the process. However, facing drunk driving allegations can be stressful and intimidating, potentially leading an accused party to feel pressured into...
1 accused of drunk driving after allegedly hitting police cruiser
Driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs can be dangerous, and the penalties for a conviction are serious. If an accident occurs in the process, the consequences an accused individual may face only increase in severity. A 44-year-old woman has been arrested...
