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Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious matter that can have far-reaching implications. Whether you’re a resident of Kansas City or a more rural Missouri community, it's crucial to understand how the state handles DUI cases and what to do if you're ever stopped under the suspicion of drinking and driving.

If you are found guilty of driving under the influence in KC, the consequences range from heavy fines to jail time. You’ll most likely lose your driving privileges, your job prospects, and more. To put it simply, the consequences are very real. But this doesn’t mean your case is hopeless.

If you've been arrested, or you're worried about the possibility of getting arrested for a DUI, it's essential that you understand your rights.

In the state of Missouri, drivers are prohibited from driving or being in actual physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Once you're arrested for alleged drunk driving, you must pass through the criminal justice system to determine whether you're guilty or not.

If you have made the tough decision to fight your drunk driving charge, you need to understand what to expect at your upcoming DWI trial. After the arraignment hearing and pre-trial negotiations, the next step in the criminal justice process is a trial. The success of your trial in part depends on how well you prepare in advance.

There are few things as stressful as seeing the red and blue lights of a cop car behind you while driving and realizing they’re pulling you over. This can happen for several reasons, but when you’re being pulled over on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI), you’ll need to take it very seriously and remain in compliance not only with the arresting officer but with the legal processes you’ll have to go through after the DUI is issued.

Being charged with a DWI can be frightening, but it’s important to understand the charges and work with a skilled criminal defense attorney who can help you navigate DWI laws. If you’ve been charged with a DWI in Missouri, call me, Matt Guilfoil, at Guilfoil Law Group in Kansas City.

If you have been pulled over and subjected to a breathalyzer test, you may be surprised that your reading indicates a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) level above the legal limit, even if you weren’t drinking.

Blood alcohol content, commonly referred to as BAC, is the measurement of the amount of alcohol present in a person’s bloodstream. For those arrested and charged with a DUI, BAC levels can significantly impact how the case is handled.

You may have heard the term “Ambien defense” on TV, or read about it on the news. This term is as reference to the drug causing a person to act in a way they otherwise wouldn’t.