On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Jan 9, 2020 | Drunk Driving
You and your friends went out for a drink, but it was the same as any other time you’d done so. You all gathered together and decided who was the least intoxicated, and you thought that you were the safest to drive. In fact, you didn’t feel drunk at...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Dec 19, 2019 | Drunk Driving
Drunk driving is extremely dangerous, which is why there are so many laws that try to combat it. Interestingly, Missouri is one of only a few states that allow those who are not driving to possess open containers of alcohol inside their vehicles.Keep in mind that your...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Nov 29, 2019 | Drunk Driving
Thanksgiving is here, so it’s time to talk again about the dangers of drunk driving. Thanksgiving is one of the heaviest drinking days of the year, which can be a lot of fun. Unfortunately, it can also be extremely dangerous if people choose to get behind the...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Nov 4, 2019 | Drunk Driving
You and your friends went out for a night on the town to celebrate turning 21. Like most young people, you went out with a designated driver who ended up partaking in the activities and being unable to drive you home.Of everyone, you felt you’d had the least to...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Oct 25, 2019 | Drunk Driving
You spent the night out at a local bar while enjoying a football game, and you decided that you’d be fine to drive home. After all, you had plenty to eat and didn’t drink more than a few drinks all night.You left the bar feeling good, but when the red and...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Oct 9, 2019 | Drunk Driving
In many cases, Missouri motorists who receive convictions for drunk driving must install what is known as an ignition interlock on their cars, vans or trucks, which are devices that prevent the vehicle from starting up until the driver provides a suitable breath...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Oct 6, 2019 | Drunk Driving
Driving while intoxicated can result in serious penalties, even for people who are facing a first offense. When drunk driving charges involve previous convictions or crashes that cause fatalities, the repercussions can be significantly higher for Missouri residents....
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Sep 27, 2019 | Drunk Driving
When a resident of Missouri is convicted of a DUI, the consequences can be farther-reaching than they suspect. It is crucial for anyone facing a DUI-related charge to fight against it. Having just one DUI conviction on record can completely change the course of a...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Aug 9, 2019 | Drunk Driving
In Missouri, there are zero tolerance laws in effect. You may have heard of them in passing, and you may know that they can have a heavy impact on underage drivers. But exactly what purpose do zero tolerance laws truly have, and what impacts could you...
On behalf of Kelly, Symonds & Reed, LLC | Jul 3, 2019 | Drunk Driving
With the Fourth of July around the corner, it is a good time to review your risks of getting a DUI if you go out to celebrate the holiday. You and other Missouri residents may also want to know the best ways to avoid drunk driving consequences.Holidays like...
