John McCurley
Attorney · University of San Francisco School of Law
Oregon Traffic Ticket Penalties
If you’re convicted of a traffic violation in Oregon, you’ll likely have to pay a fine and may face insurance rate increases. Here's how much a ticket is likely to cost you. ... READ MORE
Ohio Traffic Ticket Penalties
A traffic ticket conviction in Ohio normally leads to fines and demerit points going on your driving record. However, by taking a defensive driving defensive driving course, you can get a two-point credit. And, if you opt to fight your ticket and you win, there won’t be any fines or points. ... READ MORE
West Virginia Traffic Ticket Penalties
West Virginia drivers have several options for dealing with a traffic ticket. You can fight the ticket in traffic court or just pay the ticket. But assuming the driver admits guilty or is ultimately convicted, a traffic violation typically results in fines and demerit points being assessed by the DMV ... READ MORE
Tennessee Traffic Ticket Penalties
In Tennessee, a traffic violation conviction will typically result in fines, fees, and points being assessed to your driving record. ... READ MORE
Arkansas Traffic Ticket Penalties
In Arkansas, a traffic ticket (assuming you don’t successfully fight the ticket in court) usually leads to a fine and demerit points being assessed to the motorist’s driving record. Accumulating too many points within a certain period of time can lead to license suspension. ... READ MORE
What Is a Writ of Habeas Corpus?
A petition for writ of habeas corpus is an important tool for prisoners who need help from a court. Habeas petitions can be used to inform a judge about deplorable prison conditions, present new evidence of innocence to a court, and many other purposes. ... READ MORE
Arrested for a DUI: What’s Going to Happen Now?
Being arresting for a DUI is an anxiety-provoking experience, especially if you’ve never been arrested before. Every case is a little different, and states and even courthouses have different rules and penalties. But here’s a general step-by-step of what normally happens after a person is arrested for driving under the influence. ... READ MORE
DUI Outcomes, Punishments, Penalties, and Consequences
Learn about some of the typical outcomes, penalties, and punishments for driving under the influence. ... READ MORE
How to Fight a Traffic Ticket in Court
Getting a traffic ticket isn’t the end of the world. But dealing with a citation is a hassle, and if you’re ultimately found guilty of a moving violation, there can be long-lasting financial consequences. ... READ MORE
Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) Chart: How Many Drinks Does It Take to Be Over the Limit?
Get an estimate of a person’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) after drinking and learn how BAC affects the likelihood of a DUI conviction. ... READ MORE