Driving under the influence, otherwise known as DUI, is a serious offense. It happens when someone uses a vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs. However, when certain factors are present, the charges can escalate to an aggravated DUI. High blood alcohol...
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3 important things to know about getting a student visa
Navigating the process of obtaining a student visa as an immigrant in the United States can be daunting. However, understanding the key aspects of this journey can help ease the process. Being mindful of these three key points can make it easier to go about acquiring...
What to do if you get pulled over for a DUI
Being pulled over for driving under the influence is a serious matter that requires careful consideration. If you ever face such a situation, you should understand how to handle it with caution. Maintain composure and cooperation In 2022, the greatest percentage of...
Navigating U.S. visas amidst legal turmoil in your homeland
Embarking on a journey to the United States is a dream for many, promising new opportunities and a fresh start. However, for those with a criminal charge looming in their native country, the path to obtaining a U.S. visa becomes riddled with complexities and...
How the deportation process works
The Pew Research Center reported 337,000 deportations in the 2018-2019 fiscal year. Deportation, or removal, is a complex legal process by which an individual must leave a country. This procedure involves several stages that adhere to a structured legal framework....
What to know about Colorado’s implied consent law
Colorado has an implied consent law that can affect drivers, especially those pulled over for suspicion of driving under the influence. This law carries essential implications for all drivers in the state. Understanding this law is important to making informed...
The trickle-down crime effect and how incarceration hurts
Ideally, the law has morals. However, that is not how it always is. Laws can be unjust. For example, some laws prevented people of different races from marrying. These are anti-miscegenation laws. They made interracial relations a crime. That means the police could...
What is the K-1 visa process?
Based on information from the Department of Homeland Security, the United States issued more than 30 million nonimmigrant visas in 2022. This was a huge increase over the previous year. For individuals engaged to a foreign national who resides outside the United...
4 ways prescription drugs can lead to criminal charges
Prescription medications are incredible, life-altering treatments for patients with various medical conditions. However, when used improperly, prescription drugs can lead to addiction, abuse and even arrest. Understanding ways using legal drugs might still lead to...
What you need to know about reinstating your license after a DUI
Losing your driver's license due to DUI charges is frustrating and confusing, but you should not worry if you are unsure of what happens next. Here are some things you should know about license reinstatement after a DUI in Colorado. How long until I can try to get my...