An operating while intoxicated (OWI) conviction in Wisconsin often affects more than your driving record. Your insurer may treat you as a high-risk driver, raise your premium or decline to renew your policy. You might also need an SR-22 certificate before you regain...
An OWI arrest in Wisconsin can take away both your license and your independence. Getting to work, taking kids to school and handling everyday errands—these essential tasks become nearly impossible to manage. Wisconsin law does provide mechanisms to get back on the...
Following an operating while intoxicated (OWI) or driving under influence (DUI) charge, you might be wondering how your blood alcohol content (BAC) exceeded the legal limit when you're already feeling sober. Most people may not know that alcohol remains in the body...
An operating while intoxicated (OWI) arrest can raise serious questions when you apply for jobs or internships. If you are a student or early-career professional, you may wonder how a single incident could affect future opportunities. Whether an OWI appears during the...
Because hemp-derived products like delta-8 or delta-9 gummies and vape pens are sold openly in Wisconsin, you might assume they are safe to use before driving. To answer the question above, yes: a legal purchase can still lead to an Operating While Intoxicated (OWI)...
A DUI conviction brings serious consequences for college students. Legal penalties for DUI offenses are significant, and academic repercussions can be just as severe. Universities set their own policies regarding student conduct. A DUI conviction can lead to expulsion...
Electric scooters have become a common way to move around, especially in cities. They are cheap, easy to use and do not require a driver’s license. But what many people do not know is that riding an e-scooter under the influence of alcohol or drugs can still lead to...
If authorities have convicted you of an OWI (Operating While Intoxicated) in Wisconsin, you may wonder whether you can remove the conviction from your record. Expungement laws typically apply to minor offenses, but Wisconsin allows some individuals to clear their...
Sobriety checkpoints help make roads safer by catching drunk drivers. In Wisconsin, these checkpoints do not happen often because state law does not allow them. But if you come across one, you might wonder what you can legally do to avoid it. What happens if you make...
Losing your license after a DUI can throw your daily routine into chaos, making simple tasks like commuting to work or running errands a challenge. Wisconsin law requires you to complete several steps before you can get your driving privileges back. Following these...
