A law enforcement officer must follow meticulous procedures when stopping and arresting a driver suspected of operating a vehicle while impaired (OWI). If arrested for OWI, you may believe you have no defense against the charge. However, errors in such cases occur...
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Previous drunk driving charges and the legal limit
As a driver, it is pivotal to understand the legal limit and realize that under certain circumstances, the threshold becomes lower. For example, those under the age of 21 cannot operate a vehicle with any amount of alcohol in their system. In addition, the legal limit...
Are the penalties harsher for underage drinking and driving?
Operating while intoxicated or OWI charge means you got caught driving after drinking. Drivers 21 and up who have a BAC of .08 may face OWI charges. If you are under 21, you may have a different experience. Under Wisconsin's "not a drop" or "absolute sobriety" law,...
3 FAQs about driving with a restricted license after an OWI
As in other states, receiving a conviction for operating a vehicle while intoxicated in Wisconsin can come with steep penalties. Even a first OWI may lead to revocation of your license for half a year or more, depending on the specific circumstances. However, state...
What is an occupational license after OWI?
Having your license suspended for operating a vehicle while impaired can disrupt your ability to meet expectations. Whether you have children to get to school or you need to drive to your job, having no license can make transportation a bit of an inconvenience. If you...
Can you request a jury trial for a first-time OWI charge?
If you drank a bit too much alcohol before climbing behind the wheel of your car, truck or SUV, your arrest for operating a vehicle while intoxicated may be your first brush with the law. Still, if your arrest becomes a conviction, you may face some significant legal...
How long does it take to sober up?
If you enjoy a few drinks, you might start to feel the effects of intoxication. You do not want to get behind the wheel of a vehicle in this condition. So how long does it take for you to sober up? There actually is not a hard and fast answer. You cannot figure out to...
Possible defenses against OWI charges
Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol jeopardizes yourself and those around you, which is why it can feel like there is no defense against possible OWI charges. When an OWI conviction can cause you to pay considerable fines and even risk losing your...
What you need to know about multiple OWI offenses in Wisconsin
Everyone who lives in Wisconsin knows the prevalence of drinking. This is a state in which alcohol is a part of our culture. The sad fact is that drunk driving is an unfortunate part of that culture, too. In fact, in 2020, Wisconsin was the 4th highest state ranked by...
What if law enforcement catches me driving impaired with a child?
When you receive a conviction for operating a vehicle while intoxicated in Wisconsin, you may face penalties such as jail time, license suspension and fines. These penalties increase depending on the circumstances of your arrest. According to the State of Wisconsin...
