Our Oregon Criminal Defense Blog
Follow our attorney blog to stay current with changes to Oregon law, to get tips for protecting your rights when you are arrested, to learn strategies for avoiding DUII charges, and much more. We believe this information is valuable for all residents of Oregon.
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What is the difference between concurrent and consecutive sentences?Whether sentences run concurrently (together) or consecutively (back to back) can become a huge issue.
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I was not read my Miranda rights. Can I get my case dismissed?Failure of an officer to read you your Miranda rights might be a violation of the Constitution, but it does not mean your case, necessarily, will be dismissed.
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Automobile Stops and Dog Sniff SearchesPolice use of drug dogs when stopping and searching a vehicle is complicated and complex.
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A typical day...well, Friday...in the life of a criminal defense attorneyThis day included a pivot from a fearless advocate for accused citizens to a terrified amateur in front of an audience of 5-7 year olds.
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A DUI with a BAC of 0.05 instead of 0.08?In 2013, the NTSB proposed new regulations to further combat DUIs, including a recommendation to lower the BAC legal limit from 0.08 to 0.05.
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I have a DUI in another state. How will it affect me if I’m arrested for an Oregon DUII?Arrests and convictions in other states can affect DUII consequences in Oregon
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How much time am I facing?Answers to the often-asked questions in criminal cases: “How much time in jail am I facing?” and “What kind of fine am I facing?”
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What is diversion and is there a way to avoid a DUII conviction?For those eligible to participate, successful completion of Oregon's DUII diversion program results in the dismissal of your DUII charge at the end of one year.
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Does a Keychain Alcohol Detector Create a False Sense of Security?Companies like BACtrack are advertising keychain breathalyzers as great gifts. How accurate are keychain alcohol detectors and how helpful are they really?
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Can I expunge my three year old conviction?Clearing a conviction, and record of arrest, completely off your record requires satisfying some eligibility hurdles and statutes.