Category: Breath Test Refusal/Implied Consent
Independence Day means drivers aren’t free from DWI stops
On the holiday that celebrates the United States’ independence, drivers need to keep their wits about them in order to remain free from legal trouble. The state announced that it plans to implement various aggressive law enforcement strategies in order to try to curb drunk driving in Tennessee. Beginning on July 3, Tennessee police will
Titan avoids DUI conviction over lack of prosecution
When someone is charged with drunk driving, it can feel like it’s inevitable that he will be convicted of the offense. But that isn’t necessarily so in many DUI cases in Tennessee. Titans player Brandon Barden’s case proves that there is hope after a drunk driving arrest in Tennessee, and sometimes that hope is satisfied
Tennessee Titan proves limit of implied consent through DUI case
The matter of implied consent can be confusing and misleading. Sure, implied consent laws do put drivers in a position of commonly having to give into authorities’ request to take a breath test, but there are times when refusing chemical tests is not only wise but legal, too. Tennessee Titans player Kenny Britt exercised his right
New Year still ahead, Tennessee police up to old DWI tricks
The gifts have all been opened, the sweets over-consumed and perhaps some eggnog enjoyed. The holiday season isn’t over yet. And Tennessee law enforcement is all too aware of that. Though the roads may no longer be filled with Christmas travelers, the roads will still be filled with various patrols and DWI traps. A Knoxville
Random alcohol testing in the Marine Corps
In an effort to reduce on-duty drunkenness, the Marine Corps established a twice annual random breath test for blood alcohol levels. All ranks will participate in this screening. The Corps concluded that alcohol abuse factors into many societal problems among Marines, on- or off-duty. Some marines consider two or three six-packs to be social drinking. The screening
Teens forced to submit to breath test to enter homecoming dance
As adults, most of us likely remember this time of year when we were in high school. Sure, it may have been a bummer that school was in session, but there was also the excitement of the football season and the homecoming dance. Homecoming is generally the first dance of the year and provides memories
U.S. Supreme Court to address question of warrantless blood tests
Over the past months we have discussed Tennessee’s new “No Refusal” policy throughout several posts. If police suspect a driver of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol, and the driver refuses to submit to a blood alcohol content (BAC) test, the law gives police the ability to request a search warrant to force
Tennessee DUI Checkpoints Being Used for Research
Yesterday, Tennessee law enforcement held police checkpoints across the state. The DUI checkpoints were not targeted at enforcement, but were mainly being used for research. The Tennessee Department of Safety wanted to see if its awareness campaign, aimed at reducing motor vehicle accidents, has had any impact on the state’s drivers. The Tennessee Department of
Boating Under the Influence in Tennessee
With summer just around the corner, many Tennesseans may be looking forward to boating outings on the state’s lakes and rivers. This is also the season when Tennessee Wildlife Resource Officers may patrol for boaters under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Many people may not be aware of the fact that just as you
Bill Mandating DUI Blood Tests in Tennessee Passes House
A bill recently passed the Tennessee House which would allow judges to compel drivers to take a blood test if they refuse to take a breath alcohol test at the time of arrest. The vote on the bill was 52-33, just two more votes than the required number to clear the chamber. Currently under Tennessee’s implied