Tag Archives: drugs

OUI Classifications

May 26, 2010

In the state of Maine, there are two different ways that you could be arrested for operating under the influence, regardless of whether you caused an accident or any property damage. These are operating under the influence of drugs and operating under the influence of alcohol. The laws and statutes that govern one also govern …Continue Reading →

Tags: alcohol, blood alcohol content, drugs, Maine, operating under the influence, professional attorney

Alcohol and Drugs: DUI Influences

April 1, 2010

When television shows and movies portray officers arresting people for suspicion of DUI, it is almost always associated with alcohol. However, the legal definition of a DUI is driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, so drugs can also be a factor in a DUI. This can mean recreational, illegal drugs, or even prescription …Continue Reading →

Tags: definition of DUI, drugs, DUI arrest, prescription medications

DUI & Drugs on the west coast

September 30, 2009

Just thought I’d post some pictures and thoughts from my last vacation.

Tags: drugs, DWI Attorney, Federal criminal defense, federal drug crimes, OUI

Attorney Bly's Professional Associations

Case Results

Offense: OUI
Maximum Sentence: 364 days jail, $2,000.00 fine
Mandatory Minimum Sentence: 2 days jail, 90 day loss of license, $500.00 fine
Result: Not Guilty verdict.

Client Testimonials

...As a result of his determined, aggressive, honest, experienced approach to my case (both in preparation for trial and in courtroom proceedings), I received a favorable outcome without even having to go to trial. Attorney Bly has an ease in navigating complex fact patterns that give the impression that what he does is easy; I know that I am lucky to have had the good fortune of having such a passionate, intelligent, ethical and driven advocate that ensured a successful outcome. I cannot thank him enough. I trust his judgment, I trust his ethics, and I highly recommend him.

Susan M., Maine

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The Law Office of William T. Bly

OUI - Operating Under the Influence.: This is Maine's legal definition for drunk driving. OUI includes automobiles, snowmobiles, watercraft and ATVs. OUI encompasses drug impaired driving as well as drunk driving.

DWI - Driving While Intoxicated.: This term is used in some jurisdictions to describe drunk driving, including New Hampshire.

DUI - Driving Under the Influence.: This is the most commonly used term in most jurisdictions throughout the U.S. to describe drunk driving.

OWI - Operating While Intoxicated.: This term is used by only a few jurisdictions to describe drunk driving.

For simplicity sake, DUI & OUI will be used interchangeably on this website.

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