An alcohol DUI conviction may result in stiff fines, license suspension and revocation proceedings and possible jail time, along with increased insurance rates.
Manal Chehimi Law stands up for individuals in Roswell who face DUI charges, seeking either their dismissal or reduction. She challenges probable cause and accuracy of field sobriety tests.
Sober Ride Programs
Plan ahead: choosing a designated driver before embarking on an evening out is one solution, yet many require alternative transportation “on the spot.” In response to this need, Harrisburg Area Transportation Study (HATS) recently unveiled a year-long program with Commute PA and stakeholders, such as Uber, to provide rides during peak DUI hours.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the HERO campaign also promote programs at professional and collegiate sports events, alcohol establishments, and through partnerships. Studies have demonstrated the benefits of these programs ranging from $1-$3 of cost benefit per dollar spent (Sprattler, 2010). Transitional housing offers another supportive living option while meeting recovery goals.
Designated Driver
Designated driver programs are an excellent way to reduce drunk driving. These involve designating one friend or family member as the designated driver at social events who foregoes drinking in order to safely transport everyone home from an event, also abstaining from mind-altering substances and remaining sober for the duration of the night.
Studies demonstrate the critical importance of designating drivers to the prevention of alcohol-related traffic deaths. Harvard University established its designated driver campaign in 1988 and within six years the number of alcohol-related traffic fatalities had decreased by 30%.
Many public and private organizations support this program, including professional car services such as Uber or Lyft. Other options may include calling a taxi or asking a friend to drive you between locations. Designating someone as your designated driver could save your life – as well as reduce DUI charges or criminal conviction.
Rideshare Apps
Ridesharing apps like Uber and Lyft connect drivers with passengers through smart phone apps that match transportation requests with available vehicles, saving people both money and time while traveling. In addition to reducing congestion and air pollution, ridesharing can also help users maintain their health by eliminating drinking-and-driving temptations; many commuters report arriving at work feeling more upbeat as a result of using these services.
As part of becoming an Uber driver, you will need to provide some basic information such as your name and contact details as well as past professional driving experience and submit to a background check by an independent third-party company. In some instances, an agreement governing laws between yourself and Uber may also need to be entered into as well as signing an “Own Governing Law Clause”, outlining exactly which laws will govern your relationship.
Educational Programs
Roswell offers several outstanding educational programs. The city’s public school system boasts high test scores and graduation rates, and students have access to several colleges and universities.
Roswell Park provides several quality-of-life programs for residents. An example is Roswell Park’s Artist-in-Residence program, which gives patients creative yet diversionary activities to stay active while relieving stress.
Roswell Job Corps Center provides education and vocational training to young adults ages 16-24. Students earn their high-school diploma or GED while learning one of seven career technical fields – auto technology, business construction technology and health occupations are among them – with low student-faculty ratios as well as tutoring services available.
Responsible Social Events
Roswell Arts Foundation (RAF) is dedicated to making Roswell an arts and cultural destination. Through community festivals, concert series, pottery classes and other programs it encourages Roswell residents to embrace arts-related creativity and participate in creative processes.
Officers conducting DUI stops typically observe signs of impairment such as slurred speech, repeated questions or comments, bloodshot eyes, bloody breath odor, inconsistent or incorrect responses and inconsistent answers to their questions or comments. Officers may request a chemical test to ascertain their blood alcohol concentration (BAC).
James Yeargan provides experienced defense for individuals facing DUI charges in Roswell and nearby communities. Their attorneys are Certified in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing as well as experienced with jury trials and criminal appeals proceedings.
