Arrested for a DUI, assault, or cited for trespass in the Power & Light District this Memorial Day? Attorney David M. Lurie helps good people protect their records.
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Missouri DWI / DUI: Can You Be Arrested Under a Breath Alcohol Content of .08%?
Think 0.08% is the only way to get a DWI / DUI in Missouri? Learn why a .08% reading is only a “rebuttable presumption” of impairment.
Tailgating at The K: The Fine Line Between a Great Afternoon and a Night in the Stadium Jail
Tailgating at Kauffman Stadium is a Kansas City tradition, but it’s easy to cross the line. Learn how stadium security, the KCPD, and the Jackson County Sheriff handle ejections, weapons charges, and DUI/DWI arrests at the Truman Sports Complex.
I Know We Just Talked for Almost 2 Hours: Your KC DWI Consultation Recap
You hired me to handle the heavy lifting of your case, but there are still a few time-sensitive steps you need to take care of on your end. Use this recap as a quick reminder of the 15-day permit window, SATOP fees, and how to protect your driving privilege while I get to work.
I Just Got a DWI: Will This Be on My Record Forever?
Worried about your license? 48-year veteran KC lawyer explains the DOR “refusal trap” and how an SIS affects your record in plain English.
Can Missouri drivers lawfully avoid DWI checkpoints?
Learn your rights at Missouri sobriety checkpoints. Discover how to lawfully avoid a stop, the rules for “neutral selection,” and the difference between voluntary PBTs and official breath tests.
3 common police mistakes can help your DUI/DWI case
You’re facing drunk driving charges, and the evidence seems stacked against you. The officer’s report says you were intoxicated, the breathalyzer test results show that you were over the legal limit and the case appears airtight. In that moment, it’s easy to believe...
Immediate steps to take after being accused of a DUI charge
Facing a DUI accusation can be stressful and intimidating. In just a short time, you can find yourself dealing with law enforcement officers, paperwork, and the threat of losing your license. It is okay to feel anxious, but the way you respond in the first few hours...
What is the standardized field sobriety test?
People who are pulled over for the suspicion of drunk driving are often asked to take tests to help the officer determine if they’re impaired. These tests are known as field sobriety tests. While there are many different types of field sobriety tests, only three of...
How long will it take for your BAC to get back to zero?
There are a few different factors that can influence how fast a person becomes intoxicated. Weight plays a major role, as do gender and meal schedules. Someone who drinks on an empty stomach may become intoxicated faster than someone who has eaten before drinking....