DUI

A 2nd Chance Monitoring Enters Technology Partnership with JSG Monitoring

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

ATLANTA, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A 2nd Chance Monitoring, which provides advanced monitoring services to legal agencies and courts in Georgia, today announced it has selected JSG Monitoring as its newest technology partner for monitoring devices. A2CM will use JSG Monitoring's location and alcohol status monitoring devices to assist pre-trial and probated defendants in complying with court-mandated 24/7 accountability. This partnership will support the legal community, law enforcement officers and other public safety entities through the use of enhanced equipment designed to track participants by GPS or with alcohol monitoring as required by courts.

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  • ATLANTA, Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- A 2nd Chance Monitoring, which provides advanced monitoring services to legal agencies and courts in Georgia, today announced it has selected JSG Monitoring as its newest technology partner for monitoring devices.
  • Monitoring devices like these enable A 2nd Chance Monitoring to satisfy this legal requirement.
  • "We are excited to deploy these advanced location and alcohol monitoring devices across A 2nd Chance Monitoring's extensive service areas in Georgia," said John Hays, President of JSG Monitoring.
  • A 2nd Chance Monitoring is an affiliated company of A 2nd Chance Bail Bonds, a multi-state bonding operation which began in Atlanta.

Florida Victim's Rights Law Firm Represents Crime Victims in Civil Claims

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Monday, December 18, 2023

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Jason Turchin is dedicated to advocating for victims of various crimes through civil claims.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Jason Turchin is dedicated to advocating for victims of various crimes through civil claims.
  • At VictimAid.com , the firm provides legal support to crime victims throughout Florida.
  • Areas of Focus in Crime Victim Civil Claims:
    Shooting Victims : The firm provides compassionate legal assistance to individuals and families affected by shootings.
  • "We believe in fighting for the rights of crime victims and are steadfast in our pursuit of justice on their behalf."

More Than 700 People May Die on U.S. Roads this Holiday Season

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Monday, December 18, 2023

WASHINGTON, Dec. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Safety Council estimates 720 people may be killed on U.S. roadways during the upcoming holidays: 345 during the Christmas holiday driving period and an additional 375 during the New Year's holiday driving period. With impaired driving representing 36% and 40% of these fatalities, respectively, and the observance of National Impaired Driving Prevention Month, the National Safety Council calls on all road users to take safety personally this holiday season.

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  • With impaired driving representing 36% and 40% of these fatalities, respectively, and the observance of National Impaired Driving Prevention Month , the National Safety Council calls on all road users to take safety personally this holiday season.
  • The Christmas holiday period begins at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22 and ends at 11:59 p.m. Monday, Dec. 25.
  • The New Year's holiday period begins at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 29 and ends at 11:59 p.m. Monday, Jan. 1, 2024.
  • Supplemental traffic fatality and injury information can be found on the NSC Injury Facts pages for the Christmas and New Year's holiday periods.

InventHelp Inventor Develops System to Prevent Impaired Driving (PHO-3066)

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Monday, December 4, 2023

My design would prevent the engine from starting if the motorist has his driving privileges revoked by the court system."

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  • My design would prevent the engine from starting if the motorist has his driving privileges revoked by the court system."
  • The patent-pending invention provides an effective way to prevent impaired driving.
  • In doing so, it would automatically detect a prohibited driver and prevent the engine from starting.
  • 22-PHO-3066, InventHelp, 100 Beecham Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9801, or call (412) 288-1300 ext.

Impaired Driving Spikes During Holiday Period

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

NEW YORK, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The year-end holiday period from Thanksgiving through New Year's is always one of the most dangerous times on U.S. roads and highways, with a spike in crashes that often result in serious injuries or death. The National Road Safety Foundation, a non-profit group that for more than 60 years has been promoting safe driving through education, says the increased risk comes from a combination of factors that include impairment from alcohol and drugs coupled with a higher incidence of drowsy driving.

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  • "Passengers can also play a role in keeping everyone safe by speaking up if a driver is impaired, drowsy or driving recklessly.
  • Christmas and New Year's Eve were especially dangerous, with more drunk-driving fatalities than during any other holiday period.
  • The National Road Safety Foundation has free resources on impaired and drowsy driving, including "Almost Home," a compelling 18-minute video and a drowsiness self-assessment quiz.
  • They can be downloaded at www.nrsf.org/resources
    The National Road Safety Foundation, Inc., a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, produces free videos and teaching materials on distracted driving, speed and aggression, impaired driving, drowsy driving, driver proficiency, pedestrian safety and a host of other safety issues.

Cannabix Completes Initial Electronics Testing on Contactless Alcohol Breathalyzer, Commences International Certification Plans

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

In particular, engineers successfully completed preliminary electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), emissions, immunity testing and vibration testing at QAI with the Cannabix CAB device.

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  • In particular, engineers successfully completed preliminary electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), emissions, immunity testing and vibration testing at QAI with the Cannabix CAB device.
  • The CAB workplace series (industrial version) is now being prepared for international alcohol standards testing.
  • An increasing number of employers are taking proactive measures to safeguard their workers and their operations by implementing alcohol testing procedures.
  • Workplace testing instances typically include random testing, start-of-shift testing, pre-employment testing, return-to-work testing, post-incident testing, reasonable cause testing, and pre-promotion testing.

Sacramento Attorney Ken Rosenfeld Honored as a 2023 "Power Lawyer" by Lawyers of Distinction; New York Times Publishes Recognition Ad

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Rosenfeld Law Firm announces that California criminal defense attorney Ken Rosenfeld has been named one of the nation's 64 "Power Lawyers" for 2023 by Lawyers of Distinction, a legal fraternity of lawyers from both the United States and abroad. The recognition honors Rosenfeld for his vigorous and successful performance as a criminal defense attorney in the state of California.

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  • He furthermore makes media appearances as a criminal law commentator in both regional and national media outlets and offers bar examination preparation to students of constitutional law.
  • A seasoned appeals lawyer, Rosenfeld practices in the California Courts of Appeals, the California Supreme Court, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and the United States Supreme Court.
  • "I'm extremely honored to have been recognized as a 'Power Lawyer' for the state of California," said Rosenfeld.
  • In its Sunday Edition on August 13, 2023, the New York Times featured the full list of the nation's 2023 "Power Lawyers" as selected by Lawyers of Distinction.

Barkemeyer Law Firm Announcing New Office Opening in Lafayette, Louisiana

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Sunday, September 17, 2023

LAFAYETTE, La., Sept. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Barkemeyer Law Firm has now made an additional office in the great city of Lafayette, Louisiana. We are now able to offer our premium criminal defense and DWI defense legal services to those in need in southwest Louisiana. Our criminal defense attorneys and DWI lawyers in Lafayette are able to defend clients in Lafayette, Opelousas, Lake Charles, Beauregard, Acadia, Vermillion, Evangeline, St. Martin, Iberia and Jefferson Davis parishes and more. Our lawyers represent clients arrested for theft, shoplifting, DWI, DUI, hit and run, illegal carrying of weapons, gun charges, resisting an officer, flight from an officer, reckless driving, criminal damage to property, disturbing the peace, fraud, forgery, bench warrants, fugitive warrants, trespass, assault, battery, bank fraud, felony and misdemeanor charges, and more.

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  • The Barkemeyer Law Firm has opened its new office in the heart of downtown Lafayette, offering criminal defense representation to those who have been arrested or received a summons in Lafayette and the surrounding areas.
  • LAFAYETTE, La., Sept. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Barkemeyer Law Firm has now made an additional office in the great city of Lafayette, Louisiana.
  • We are now able to offer our premium criminal defense and DWI defense legal services to those in need in southwest Louisiana.
  • Regardless is the criminal arrest is for a misdemeanor or felony or if the charge is in Lafayette District Court or Lafayette City Court, we can help.

Reyna Law Firm Austin Announces Truck Accident Injury Legal Guidance Services

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Saturday, September 16, 2023

Austin, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - September 16, 2023) - Reyna Law Firm Austin has announced new legal services to aid victims of trucking accidents taking place on the city's busy roadways.

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  • Austin, Texas--(Newsfile Corp. - September 16, 2023) - Reyna Law Firm Austin has announced new legal services to aid victims of trucking accidents taking place on the city's busy roadways.
  • As such, Reyna Law Firm offers its new services to help take legal action against negligent drivers or their employers.
  • Through its new services, Reyna Law Firm follows procedural steps in filing paperwork and pursuing compensation for injured victims in accordance with the personal injury laws practiced in Texas.
  • Reyna Law Firm hosts preliminary consultations either over the phone or on-site at its Austin offices, providing injured victims with a platform to lay out the details of their proposed case.

What Happens if You Get a DUI for the First Time in Florida?

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In Florida, the penalties for a first-time misdemeanor DUI conviction are varied and can include:

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  • In some cases, you may be eligible for a hardship license that allows you to drive to certain locations like work or school.
  • Fines: Fines range from $500 to $1,000, depending on the circumstances of the offense.
  • Possible Imprisonment: While jail time is uncommon for a first-time DUI offense, it is a possibility, especially if aggravating factors are involved.
  • These penalties can vary based on factors such as BAC level, prior criminal history, and other circumstances surrounding your arrest.