Questions answered by Emily M. Oberdorfer

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Do typo's, "x'd"out dates, misplaced names mentioned with wrong events found w/discovery help defendants &/or codefendants case?

Emily's answer | Answered on September 24, 2013

I agree with Mr. Cogan above. A skilled attorney can do a world of good when it comes to exploiting officer mistakes, errors in investigation and...

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What is the surest way to beat a photo radar ticket (35 mph in a posted 20 mph zone) in Beaverton, Oregon?

Emily's answer | Answered on September 24, 2013

There is no sure way to win any law suit however your chances are significantly higher with an attorney. My best results come after challenging...

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I was charged with a misdemeanor (failure to perform duty of a driver) the judge reduced it to a violation and minimum fine.

Emily's answer | Answered on September 23, 2013

There are two prongs to your charge, the criminal side which was reduced to a violation and the administrative prong - the DMV. You usually have...

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Can a police officer run my plates without a traffic voilatoin happening?

Emily's answer | Answered on September 19, 2013

Yes, unfortunately they can. Some cars in Oregon are equipped with an Automatic License Plate Reader, ALPR, that alerts the cop when a registered...

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Is there a time period in Oregon state that the breath test has to be given to you after the arrest?

Emily's answer | Answered on September 12, 2013

You're definitely onto something with regard to the importance of timelines. The State must prove you were intoxicated while driving, not back at...

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I received a DUI and reckless driving while out of town in Portland. I have a prior dui offense in 2007 in Missouri .

Emily's answer | Answered on September 11, 2013

Ask your attorney!! Tell them everything about your previous arrest and what happened this time around. They will take a number of factors into...

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Will my wife's speeding ticket be dropped?

Emily's answer | Answered on September 10, 2013

Unfortunately the misinformation will not lead to an automatic dismissal. A good traffic ticket specialist may be able to exploit the officer's...

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Must I put my true address on a postal money order to pay off traffic ticker?

Emily's answer | Answered on September 03, 2013

I agree with the Miami attorney, why risk it? Id be concerned that it got lost in the mail or that the payment didn't get applied to the correct...

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I got a DUI citation, have a perfect driving record, what are my options so I do not lose my driving privileges?

Emily's answer | Answered on August 19, 2013

For the administrative suspension you must request a hearing with the DMV within 10 days of your arrest. The best thing you can do is to get a good...

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Spoke candidly with detectives while having a recently broken arm and on pain killers

Emily's answer | Answered on August 19, 2013

I agree with Mr. Justice. Set up a meeting with a criminal defense attorney and tell them everything. Once you find someone you like and trust you...

Emily M. Oberdorfer's Answers (526)

Do typo's, "x'd"out dates, misplaced names mentioned with wrong events found w/discovery help defendants &/or codefendants case?

What is the surest way to beat a photo radar ticket (35 mph in a posted 20 mph zone) in Beaverton, Oregon?

I was charged with a misdemeanor (failure to perform duty of a driver) the judge reduced it to a violation and minimum fine.

Can a police officer run my plates without a traffic voilatoin happening?

Is there a time period in Oregon state that the breath test has to be given to you after the arrest?

I received a DUI and reckless driving while out of town in Portland. I have a prior dui offense in 2007 in Missouri .

Will my wife's speeding ticket be dropped?

Must I put my true address on a postal money order to pay off traffic ticker?

I got a DUI citation, have a perfect driving record, what are my options so I do not lose my driving privileges?

Spoke candidly with detectives while having a recently broken arm and on pain killers