Podcasts – Tennessee DUI Center: Recent Episodes
Steve Oberman, Certified as a DUI Defense Specialist by the Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education and Specialization and the National College for DUI Defense
In this week’s podcast, host and Knoxville DUI attorney Steve Oberman presents Part 3 of a podcast series explaining some of the Collateral Consequences that result from a Tennessee DUI conviction. The purpose of this series is to summarize some, but certainly not all, of the lesser known consequences one faces if convicted of […]
In this week’s podcast, host and Knoxville DUI attorney Steve Oberman provides a summary of Expungement laws in Tennessee. While this podcast provides an overview of the Tennessee Expungement laws, Steve, Sara, and AZ are happy to address any questions you have and can be reached by calling (865) 249-7200. You can also find a […]
In this week’s podcast, host and Knoxville DUI attorney Steve Oberman presents Part 2 of a podcast series explaining some of the Collateral Consequences that result from a Tennessee DUI conviction. The purpose of this series is to summarize some, but certainly not all, of the lesser known consequences one faces if convicted of […]
Citizens charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) in Tennessee often understand the Tennessee DUI penalties, such as large fines, mandatory jail time, roadside litter pick-up, and loss of driver’s license. However, few are aware of the collateral consequences associated with a Tennessee DUI conviction. Collateral consequences are problems and difficulties experienced as a result […]
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officers across the state are kicking off “Operation Dry Water,” part of a nationwide crackdown on Boating Under the Influence (BUI) cases. From mid June 2011 until the end of summer, Tennessee wildlife officers and other law enforcement are spending extended hours on Tennessee’s lakes and waterways on the lookout for […]
Have you ever seen a law enforcement officer examining the eyes of a motorist along the roadside or on television? Ever wonder what the officer is looking for? The officer is most likely administering one of the three standardized field sobriety tests to help determine if the motorist is impaired. In this week’s podcast, host […]
Have you driven by a police officer watching someone balancing on one leg on the side of the road? Then you’ve likely observed someone taking the One Leg Stand test. The One Leg Stand field sobriety test is one of three tests standardized by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and used by law enforcement […]
Every day, law enforcement officers must decide whether to arrest a suspect for DUI. They have to determine whether the person’s ability to drive is impaired below normal or whether their blood alcohol content exceeds the legal limit of .08%. One of the tools they use is the Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) battery recognized […]
The criminal justice system can be confusing and overwhelming to those who are not familiar with the procedures. In this week’s podcast, Steve Oberman provides an introduction to the Tennessee criminal justice system and procedures. It may also be helpful to review www.duiknoxville.com/tennesseecourtprocedures, which provides a helpful flowchart of these same court procedures. Additional information […]
You see them on TV, you may even see people attempting them on the side of the road. Comedians call them “Stupid People tricks,” but field sobriety tests have existed as long as the enforcement of DUI laws. In this week’s podcast, host Steve Oberman will discuss the history and development of the standardized field […]
In this week’s podcast, Using Bail To Get Out of Jail, Steve Oberman explains the process for getting out of jail in Driving Under the Influence (DUI) cases. If you have any questions about obtaining bail (also referred to as bond) in Tennessee or about the offense of Driving Under the Influence, feel free to […]
Tennessee law prohibits a motorist from driving “under the influence” as explained in Tennessee Code Annotated § 55-10-401. What most people do not understand is that driving “drunk” is actually not the legal equivalent to being “under the influence.” Steve Oberman explains this distinction and what it means to drive “under this influence” in this […]
The Oberman & Rice Law Firm is pleased to announce the creation of The DUI Law Podcast. The DUI Law Podcast features former Dean of the National College for DUI Defense, Inc., and managing attorney of Oberman & Rice, Steve Oberman. Each episode Steve will expound on a different area of DUI laws, including, but […]