Charges for operating while intoxicated in Wisconsin can significantly disrupt your life. For example, they can affect your ability to commute to work. However, an occupational license can provide a legal means to continue working while dealing with OWI charges. What...
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How do injuries affect the penalties for OWI in Wisconsin?
Understanding how injuries affect the penalties for operating while intoxicated is important for anyone facing impaired driving charges. When an OWI results in injuries to others, the legal consequences can become more severe. In Wisconsin, the severity of penalties...
Why do breath tests malfunction?
Unfortunately, Wisconsin’s rates of drunk driving are among the highest in the nation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that 2.4% of adults here admit to driving after drinking too much in comparison with the national average of 1.7%. However,...
Can you get a conditional license after a Wisconsin OWI?
An Operating While Intoxicated charge in Wisconsin can present challenges. Some of these challenges include restrictions on driving privileges. After an OWI, many wonder if they can get a conditional license to commute to and from work. Wisconsin has specific...
6 signs your traffic stop for OWI was questionable
About 777,223 licensed drivers in Wisconsin had at least one OWI conviction at the end of 2021, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Not everyone who faces charges gets convicted, though. If police stop you and charge you, it is important to ensure...
Legal defenses against OWI
Charges of operating a vehicle while intoxicated can have serious consequences. This includes fines, jail time and loss of driving privileges. Because the stakes are so high, understanding the defenses available is very important when navigating the legal system....
Challenges of obtaining auto insurance after an OWI conviction
When a college student faces a conviction for operating a vehicle while intoxicated, the consequences can be significant, affecting various aspects of their life. One of the challenging aftermaths of an OWI conviction is obtaining auto insurance. It can become arduous...
What to do after an OWI arrest
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation reported almost 23,000 OWI convictions in 2022. Being part of that statistic could be frustrating and upsetting. It can help to get guidance on what to do after an OWI arrest for future situations. Stay calm and compliant...
Can you mitigate the consequences of an OWI?
An OWI charge can jeopardize your privilege to drive, prevent you from getting a job and impact your personal relationships. Given the severity of an OWI charge, you will want to conduct yourself carefully during this time. Your response can make a difference in your...
The facts behind common Wisconsin OWI law misconceptions
Drivers in Wisconsin often misunderstand the facts behind OWI laws and those misconceptions can be costly. If you believe that you can only face an OWI charge if you fail a breath test, the actual law may surprise you. You should know the facts about Wisconsin’s OWI...