DUI

Jury Divided on Convicting Stephen Paleveda in Fatal DUI Crash Trial

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TAMPA, Fla. – A jury in Hillsborough County is deliberating over whether Stephen Paleveda should be held responsible for the death of Bamnet Narongchai, who was killed in a head-on collision five years ago. Paleveda is facing charges of DUI manslaughter, vehicular homicide, leaving the scene of an accident, and resisting arrest in connection with the crash. The incident occurred when a Ford F-350 pickup truck, driven by an unidentified individual with its headlights off, recklessly sped through the streets of South Tampa. The truck disregarded traffic laws, including running red lights and driving the … Read more

Top Defense Strategies to Fight DUI Charges and Secure a Favorable Legal Outcome

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San Francisco, CA – A DUI or DWI charge can have serious consequences, including fines and jail time. However, skilled lawyers have a range of tactics to potentially reduce or dismiss charges. If you find yourself facing a DWI charge, your chosen lawyer may recommend several defense strategies to secure a more favorable legal outcome. One possible defense is to challenge the signs of intoxication observed by the officer during the traffic stop. These signs may include bloodshot eyes, slurred speech, poor performance on field sobriety tests, bizarre behavior, and reckless driving. While these signs … Read more

San Luis Obispo County Jury Convicts Driver of Murder and Gross Vehicular Manslaughter in Disturbing DUI Case

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San Luis Obispo, California – A San Luis Obispo County jury has delivered multiple guilty verdicts against Earnesto Nava Herrera in a tragic case that involved murder, gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, hit and run causing death, driving under the influence of alcohol causing great bodily injury, and driving on a suspended license. District Attorney Dan Dow made the announcement today, emphasizing the severity of the charges. Herrera faced charges of second-degree murder, gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, hit and run causing death, driving under the influence of alcohol causing great bodily injury, and driving … Read more

Rising DUI Arrests in South Dakota Highlight the Urgency for Stricter Laws and Penalties

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SOUTH DAKOTA – Drunk driving continues to be a growing concern in South Dakota, as data from 2021 reveals a significant increase in DUI arrests. According to the information collected, 5,654 individuals were arrested for driving under the influence in the state, marking a 12.7 percent rise compared to the previous year. Alarmingly, the data also shows that 24 percent of these intoxicated drivers were repeat offenders, highlighting the persistent threat to public safety. In light of these statistics, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) conducted a comprehensive study on DUI offenders involved in … Read more