What does Miranda protect in Vermont criminal defense? Miranda warnings are one of the most misunderstood concepts in Vermont criminal defense. Miranda protects an individual who is custody from making incriminating statements. Miranda is commonly read to persons as they are arrested on television and this has led to a Read more…
Burke Law is off to a successful 2020. So far our attorneys have achieved the following case results for our Vermont criminal defense clients. Vermont Criminal Defense DUI Results 2020 Washington County DUI reduced to a Negligent Operation conviction with no civil DUI suspension Chittenden County DUI dismissed with civil Read more…
Standard Field Sobriety Tests (SFSTs) are generally conducted roadside during a Vermont DUI investigation. Most DUI investigations begin with a motor vehicle stop based on reasonable suspicion of criminal activity or a motor vehicle violation. After purportedly observing indicia of intoxication (which may include admission to drinking by the operator, Read more…
DUIs in Vermont typically begin with a traffic stop. After the stop the law enforcement officer will ask or order you to exit your vehicle. You must comply with this order. You do not have to submit to standard field sobriety testing or a preliminary breath. For more information about Read more…
When can your vehicle be stopped by law enforcement in the state of Vermont? Your motor vehicle can be stopped in Vermont for either a motor vehicle violation (such as speeding or an expired registration) or based on reasonable suspicion of criminal activity. A basic investigatory stop can quickly transition Read more…
If you lose your Vermont operator’s license due to a DUI suspension there are several steps you must take to reinstate your license. First, you must serve the period of your suspension. Second, you must purchase, maintain, and provide proof to the Vermont DMV of financial responsibility insurance (also called Read more…
Vermont DUI Statistics provide insight into Vermont DUI arrests and prosecutions. Vermont DUI Statistics follow the national trends; nearly 8 in 10 (77.9%) operators taken into custody for driving under the influence are male, and 70 percent of those are first-time offenders In Vermont, 212 people were killed in Read more…
The Vermont DUI treatment court is a pilot program offered in Windsor county. Pursuant to the program’s website, DUI treatment court “is a voluntary, post-conviction program for repeat offenders who are over 18 years old, have moderate to severe alcohol dependence, and want to recover from dependence on alcohol. It Read more…
Juvenile DUI in Vermont The Vermont legislature recently made juvenile court available up to age 22. In some counties, this means the criminal courts are sending DUIs to juvenile court or to diversion. This can be a great opportunity to avoid the potential consequences of a Vermont DUI charge or conviction. Read more…
At Burke Law we represent many out of state residents facing DUI charges in Vermont. Vermont’s tourist industry brings out of state residents to sample craft beer, ski, hike and relax. Unfortunately, without sufficient public transportation options in place, it is easy for visitors or part-time Vermont residents to find Read more…