Contact Our Iowa City Office:
319-383-0405In response to Covid-19 and to preserve the safety of yourself and my staff, we are handling all inquiries and appointments via telephone, videoconferencing and email. Please give our office a call and my staff would be happy to assist you.
Protecting Your Rights Throughout Eastern Iowa Since 1981
No one can grow up without making a few mistakes. However, when those mistakes involve driving under the influence the stakes can be too high Young people convicted of DUI in the state of Iowa face criminal charges, jail time and other penalties. But a conviction may...
From DUIs to OWIs, there are many terms to describe impaired driving. Every state uses a specific designation that has different requirements and consequences. In Iowa, if you operate any motorized vehicle while under the influence, you could face an OWI charge. What...
There is never a good time to get an OWI, but it is especially problematic for college students. Typically, students do not have a professional reputation or strong resume after an OWI arrest, so a conviction gets you off to a bad start in your professional life. Your...
Drivers in Iowa face severe penalties for charges of impaired driving. Depending on numerous circumstances, consequences can include fines, jail time, increased insurance premiums and the loss of driving privileges. With the possibility of these devastating...
Everyone makes mistakes. Having a few drinks after work before heading home for the day is not a crime but it can be difficult to tell if you’re over the legal limit. Then, if you get pulled over on the way and your breathalyzer test comes back high you might think...
You may not have much say in whether or not a police officer can put you through screening if they suspect you of drinking and driving, but a failed test doesn’t necessarily mean you’re going to lose a court case. Iowa has a policy of implied consent when it comes to...
The Iowa Supreme Court recently issued a holding on whether or not an officer can make a suspected drunk driving stop based solely on an anonymous phone call. According to the Court, an anonymous tip is not enough to justify a stop. The case was brought to the court...
Iowa City readers know that college graduation parties are an annual occurrence in May, given the proximity of The University of Iowa. Other graduates of technical schools and other post-secondary training programs may also have course completions to celebrate. For...
