Our Drunk Driving Blog
Even if you only have the occasional glass of wine with dinner or use medicinal marijuana, you would be smart to keep up with Oregon’s ever-changing DUII laws. Follow our attorney blog to learn about how law enforcement catches people, what your rights are when asked to take a breathalyzer, and how a DUII attorney could be your best friend when you are charged.
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Get the IID taken out early in Diversion In most cases, you must have an ignition interlock device (IID) in any vehicle you operate while in DUI diversion. However, you can petition to remove it early. -
Will Your License Be Suspended If You Refuse Breath Test? The suspension when you are convicted of a DUII is completely separate from any suspension related to failing or refusing a breath test. -
What if this is not my first DUII? You may face a more severe penalty if you've been convicted of DUII in the last five years, had your license suspended, or participated in a diversion program. -
Can I test my own UA? By Oregon law, defendants are allowed to seek independent testing of blood and urine samples, so you may seek your own analysis if you’re willing to pay for it. -
Forced Blood Draw in DUI Cases Can I be forced to give a blood, breath, or urine test in a DUI arrest? Learn about compulsory blood draws and warrants. -
How Long Are Ignition Interlock Devices (IID) Installed In Cars? Oregon law establishes the length of time for an IID based on your number of DUI and other convictions -
I blew 0.00, but still got arrested for a DUII It is possible to be charged, and convicted, of DUII even when not under the influence of alcohol. -
Ignition Interlock Device (IID) Cameras Oregon diversion participants now are required to have IIDs equipped with a camera. -
When will my DUI conviction fall of my record? Certain convictions are expungable (or eligible to be set aside) if specific factors are met, but unfortunately, driving offenses are not expungable. -
Officer Threatened to Take Away License Unless I Took a BAC In Oregon, we have an implied consent law that states you implicitly consent to provide a breath, blood, or urine sample if requested by an officer.