A DUI charge in West Virginia can significantly impact your driving privileges, and many individuals wonder whether such a charge will automatically lead to a license suspension. It’s critical to understand the laws surrounding DUI charges, as well as how the state’s legal system handles them. The team at The Wagner Law Firm is here […]
Field sobriety tests (FSTs) are a common method law enforcement uses to assess impairment in DUI cases. However, factors like weather conditions, especially the presence of black ice, can make these tests unreliable. In this post, we will explore how black ice can affect FST results and why it might be crucial for your DUI […]
Police reports in DUI cases are sometimes inaccurate or incomplete. While they serve as a key piece of evidence, they can contain errors that could significantly affect the outcome of your case. In this guide, we’ll take a look at what is often misunderstood or mishandled in DUI police reports, and how this can impact […]
Winter in West Virginia can bring more than just colder temperatures and snowstorms—it also ushers in flu season. During this time, many people rely on over-the-counter (OTC) medications like cold medicine to alleviate symptoms. However, an overlooked risk lies in the fact that many of these medications can impair your ability to drive safely. Even […]
If you’ve ever been too drunk to drive but found yourself resting in your car to avoid the dangers of driving, you might wonder: can you still get a DUI charge in West Virginia? The laws surrounding DUI offenses are well-established when it comes to driving a vehicle, but what happens when the vehicle isn’t […]
Super Bowl weekend is a time for celebration, filled with good food, great company, and, of course, football. However, it is also a time when law enforcement in West Virginia ramps up its efforts to keep the roads safe. This means more DUI checkpoints and roadblocks across the state. While these safety measures are important, […]
Bad weather conditions, especially snow, can play a significant role in DUI stops. However, do snowy roads automatically change the probable cause for a police officer to stop a driver? In this piece, we will explore the impact of poor weather conditions on DUI enforcement and delve into whether weather alone justifies a DUI stop. […]
In many cases, when a person is stopped by law enforcement under suspicion of driving under the influence, they are asked to take a breath test. The assumption is often that the breathalyzer result is the decisive factor in whether or not a DUI charge will be pressed. However, The Wagner Law Firm knows that […]
During the winter months, DUI checkpoints are a common and effective strategy used by law enforcement in West Virginia to combat impaired driving. These checkpoints are especially frequent around holiday seasons when alcohol-related crashes increase. For drivers, it’s important to know what these checkpoints are all about, what to expect, and how to respond should […]
As the cold and flu season descends upon West Virginia, many people are reaching for over-the-counter medications and prescription drugs to alleviate their symptoms. However, one thing that often goes unnoticed is how these common remedies can impair your ability to drive safely, potentially leading to DUI charges. At The Wagner Law Firm, we understand […]