Posted on January 5th, 2010
When police suspect that a driver is under the influence, they may ask the driver to take a breathalyzer test. While drivers have the option to refuse the test, they may still face consequences.
In many states, drivers who refuse a breathalyzer test may receive a license suspension. This suspension may stay in effect even if the drivers later prove that they were not intoxicated.
If you or anyone you know has a question about breathalyzer tests, contact the Champaign and Urbana drunk driving defense lawyers of Thomas A. Bruno & Associates at 217-328-6000.
Posted on August 31st, 2009
A man who killed a couple in a drunken driving accident received 11 years in prison Aug. 21. David Black’s van hit the back of the motorcycle that Bill and Julie Orndorff of the Broadlands were riding.
For the accident, Ladd pleaded guilty to aggravated driving under the influence. Under the terms of the plea deal, he will serve at least 11 years of the 13-year sentence.
If you have been charged with a crime related to drunk driving, contact the Champaign drunk driving lawyers of Bruno & Associates at 217-328-6000.
Posted on August 31st, 2009
A man who was arrested for a hit-and-run that killed a Batavia man and his dog July 29 was charged with aggravated drunken driving and reckless homicide last week.
After Eward O. Cook was arrested for murdering David Long, police investigators discovered that Cook was driving drunk and had marijuana in his system. At the time of the accident, Long was walking his dog through the neighborhood.
Some advocates for the defense are arguing that murder charges in drunken driving accidents are excessive. However, groups critical of drunken driving like Mothers Against Drunk Driving believe the charges are just punishments for the crimes.
If you or anyone you know has been involved in a drunk driving accident, contact the Champaign drunk driving defense lawyers of Bruno & Associates at 217-328-6000.
