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Resources for Co-Parenting

Our family law attorneys know many questions arise about how to best co-parent their children after separation or divorce. We have compiled some resources for parents to learn about co-parenting and collaborative ways to navigate the transitions brought about by separation or divorce. Resources for recently separated or divorced on co-parenting their child: High Conflict…

HSBA Diversity Equality and Inclusion Member Spotlight: Annalisa Bernard

Annalisa Bernard was featured in the Hawaii State Bar Association’s newsletter for June 2022. The following is the text from that feature or you can read the complete newsletter online. Annalisa Milca Bernard is an attorney at Wong Leong Cuccia, a Maui women owned law firm. Annalisa clerked for the Honorable Judge Derrick H.M. Chan…

Is a DUI a felony in Hawaii?

An arrest for a DUI/OUI with no prior convictions in the last 10 years is considered a Petty Misdemeanor. A second arrest for a DUI/OUI with one prior conviction in the last 10 years is also considered a petty misdemeanor. But if you are arrested in Hawaii for OUI/DUI and have two prior convictions in…

Can you refuse a breathalyzer test in Hawaii?

Q: Can you refuse a breathalyzer test in Hawaii? A: Drivers in Hawaii are not required to submit to a breathalyzer or field sobriety test, BUT there are some important factors to consider: Q: Are breath test results always accurate? A: No. There are many things that can affect the results of a breath test.…

How can I get out of a DUI in Hawaii?

If you or a loved one has been arrested for a DUI/OUI (Driving Under the Influence) in Hawaii, it’s highly recommended that you engage an experienced attorney in the county where you have been arrested. We at Wong Leong Cuccia have a team of experienced lawyers who specialize in DUI/OUI defense in Hawaii and we…

How to Avoid a Drunk Driving Arrest During the Holidays

author: Elizabeth S. Cuccia, Esq. Unfortunately, during the holiday season in Hawaii we see an increase in drunk driving arrests and accidents. Even on the beautiful island of Maui we see an increase in both arrests and accidents involving drugs or alcohol. According to the National Hawaii Traffic Safety Administration (or NHTSA) between 2010-2018 an…

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