Substance abuse disorder is a chronic disease that leads to compulsive drug-seeking behavior. Over time, the condition changes your brain and may cause you to engage in harmful behaviors. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, addiction affects the reward...
Despite decades of efforts, drunk driving (or OWI in Wisconsin) remains a problem on U.S. roadways. Data from recent months reveal that avoidable accidents, including those involving alcohol or drugs, continue at a disappointing pace. Many new efforts rely on...
If an officer stops and arrests you for operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you may, understandably, worry about the associated penalties. In most cases, a first-time OWI conviction results in fines and license revocation. The exact...
Like many other states, Wisconsin has legalized medical marijuana. When used for this purpose, marijuana requires a prescription from a doctor. You also have to meet any state requirements. According to WebMD, the marijuana used for medical purposes is no different...
Depression is one of the more common mental health issues Americans face. In fact, more than 17 million individuals in the U.S. have had at least one major depressive episode in the past six years. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of adults in the country. Modern...
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...
There are many penalties associated with an OWI charge in Wisconsin, and the courts requiring you to install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle is one of them. The idea behind an ignition interlock device is that it acts as a car-based breathalyzer test. In...
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...
Your blood alcohol concentration is an objective measure of how much alcohol is in your system. In Wisconsin, it is illegal for you to drive with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08% or greater. Circumstances can affect how your body processes the alcohol you...
If you get arrested for drinking and driving, you could face charges for Operating While Visibly Impaired. In Wisconsin, an OWI conviction comes with serious consequences. For example, according to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, a first offense for OWI...
