DUI in Alabama

Reader’s Question: What are the basic penalties for a DUI conviction here in Alabama and what instances could make the sentence harsher? Rob Hoover, AL For a first-time DUI offense in Alabama, a driver may end up with fines, possible jail time or community service, driver’s license suspension under the DUI laws. The DUI offender [...]

Reader’s Question: My cousin was charged with DUI here in Mobile, Alabama and he was thinking about just pleading guilty to his case. He was advised by his DUI lawyer that he can have a deferred prosecution. What does this mean and what does he have to do? Raquel Mobile, AL It is possible to [...]