OWI Laws are there for a reason and it’s good to be familiar with them.  Of course the safest path is always not to drive if you’ve been drinking.  With taxis and uber drivers, there are so many affordable options available now where there should never be a reason for people to even consider driving while under the influence.  We just got done talking about being careful on the roads during the holidays and the importance of not drinking and driving. What if, somehow, our words of guidance aren’t followed and someone found themselves looking into the rear-view to find the notorious flashing lights while being a bit tipsy? You’re punishment will not be the same from state-to-state. Check out the following consequences for DUI/OWI offenses in the Tri-State area (Iowa, Illinois & Wisconsin). Share this information with everyone you know. Hopefully the more people aware of the dangers, as well as consequences, of [...]

With Labor Day coming up soon, we have to keep in mind to drive safe and keep others safe when we’re travelling.  There’s no need to take risks.  On my drive back from Chicago, IL to Dubuque, IA yesterday (3 hour drive), I counted well over 10 vehicles pulled over for reasons seemingly not accident related. You betcha I was watching my speed, distance away from vehicles and reading, word for word, all of the traffic signs as if I’ve never seen them before. There’s nothing worse or more embarrassing than those red and blue lights flashing behind you. The (seemingly hours of) minutes waiting in your vehicle for the police officer to write you an unwanted ticket proves (in perfect consistency) to destroy your day and put a hurt on your finances. It’s of no coincidence that I’m seeing law enforcement step up their appearances near a holiday. This is the time of year [...]