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How to Contest a Parking Ticket Parking tickets can be a hassle, especially if you live in a city where the number of parking restrictions are difficult to keep track of or not clearly marked. If you believe you have received an unfair or unlawful parking ticket, you have the right to contest the ticket. To... Read more DUI Penalties in Your State The specific penalties you may face for driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol vary from state to state. You could lose your driver's license for a period of time, face fines and even jail time. Harsher penalties are enforced for repeat offenders. Use the... Read more How to File a Car Accident Report with the DMV If you are involved in a car accident involving personal injuries, death, or property damages exceeding around $750, you must file a car accident report to the DMV. Read more

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What's the difference between a DUI and DWI? DUI stands for Driving Under the Influence, while DWI stands for Driving While Intoxicated. Some states use both charges and differentiate between them, with DUI signifying a relatively lower degree of intoxication than a DWI. Some states just use one term or the other without a distinction of degree of intoxication.

Do I have the legal right to refuse a field sobriety test? Although laws vary by state, generally you are not legally required to take a field sobriety test. Refusing a field test, however, might give the officer another reason to suspect intoxication and may not prevent an arrest. Also know that while you may refuse a field test, there are potentially serious consequences for refusing to take a breath, blood, or urine alcohol test.