When a family member needs help, most people do not hesitate to provide whatever aid that they are able to offer. In fact, a man who heard his wife had been in an accident in Kentucky reportedly went to the scene to help her. Unfortunately, both the man and woman are...
Criminal Defense
New Kentucky DUI law increases driver penalties for first offense
As of July 1, if you are arrested on suspicion of drinking and driving in northern Kentucky, you will have a harder time getting your driver's license back. Changes to the state DUI law have enhanced the length of a driver's license suspension for a first offense by...
What can affect the accuracy of a breath test?
Many drivers have gone through a situation where a police officer has pulled them over on suspicion of DUI and requested that they breathe into a breathalyzer. If you are dealing with your own DUI case, you may believe a breathalyzer reading is the final word in your...
Is it illegal to drive uninsured in Kentucky?
In Kentucky, drivers must have minimum liability car insurance, along with 48 other states. While there is a legal obligation to purchase car insurance, about 11.5 percent of Kentucky residents are braving the roads uninsured. Driving uninsured not only puts yourself...
What is the difference between robbery and burglary?
Let’s say you were house-sitting for a friend while they are out of town. You were settling in for a quiet night when you hear a loud banging at the door. When you answer the door, it’s the police, and they detain you while they search the residence. In their search,...
The faster you speed, the harsher the penalties
When you’re driving along a familiar road, you might not realize how fast you’re going. Or, if you’re in a hurry to make an appointment or meeting on time, it can be tempting to push your car a little faster. No matter the reason, Kentucky police officers take...
Kentucky eyes crackdown on distracted driving
Distracted driving has evolved into one of the most pressing issues in the United States. Many experts have even gone so far as to compare the risk of driving distracted to driving drunk or while under the influence of drugs. The discouraging trends associated with...