Wisconsin Drunk Driving Defense

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Attorney Offices by Municipality

Appleton
Baraboo
1. Martinez & Ruby: Drunk driving and OWI Battery Disorderly Conduct Burglary Sexual Assault Operating after Revocation or Suspension and other traffic issues Appeals Revocation of probation or extended supervision Modification of probation or extended supervision conditions
Beloit
1. Peshek & Rabbit: dwi, dui, owi, oui attorneys & lawyers
Black River Falls
1. Sherman Law Offices: If you have been charged with an OWI (Operating While Intoxicated) it is a necessity that you are represented by a Black River Falls drunk driving attorney.
Brookfield
Burlington
1. Ludwig Law Office and Ekes Law Office: * DUI * Drug crimes of possession (Marijuana, Cocaine, Crystal Meth) * Embezzlement and other white collar crimes * Burglary * Theft * Parole violation
Chilton
1. Fulleylove-Krause Law Office: Felonies, misdemeanors, and chapter 980 cases Probation and extended supervision revocations defense Operating while intoxicated (OWI) and traffic defense Contempt hearings Mental commitments Divorce and family law
Chippewa Falls
Delafield
1. Bucher Law Group: Criminal Defense
De Pere
1. Stellpflug Law: Felony Offenses Misdemeanor Offenses Drug Offenses Drunk Driving/OWI Restraining Orders & Related Criminal Offenses
Eau Claire
Edgerton
1. Mulrey Fryda: The High Price of an OWI (DUI) Conviction No matter what the breathalyzer says, you are innocent until proven guilty. You will gain nothing by admitting to a DUI or traffic offense. In fact, you will probably pay the "full price" for such a plea. You probably won't get jail time for a first offense of Operating While Intoxicated. But the collateral consequences require a strong defense: * Driver's License suspension Ñ You will lose your license for 6 to 9 months. * Car insurance Ñ Your rates will go through the roof. * Employment Ñ The criminal record may cost you jobs or bar certain career paths. * Fines, probation, mandatory classes or treatment * Subsequent offenses Ñ The punishment is harsh if you ever get another OWI/DUI.
Elkhorn
Elm Grove
1. Carson Law Office: OWI/DUI/DWI Traffic violations can have serious criminal consequences, particularly when a driver is accused of driving under the influence. A conviction on OWI/DUI/DWI charges may result in fines, the revocation or suspension of your driver's license, and possible jail time. In addition, your insurance company may increase your rates to an unmanageable level. In defending against an impaired driving charge, you have many rights as a criminal defendant, including the right to cross-examine the witnesses against you, even if they are police officers. An experienced criminal defense attorney can make all the difference in such a difficult case.
Fond du Lac
Fontana
1. Wilson, Peter: DUI - FAQs What are field sobriety tests? Field sobriety tests (FSTs) are administered by officers to persons suspected of drunk driving, usually, but not always, on the roadside. The officer uses them, together with other observations of the suspect, in arriving at an arrest decision. What are the most commonly-administered tests? Horizontal gaze nystagmus (HGN), the one-legged stand, and the heel-to-toe (aka walk and turn). Less common are the finger-to-nose and alphabet tests. The last FST the officer usually administers is a preliminary breath (PBT), which in theory gives a rough measure of a suspect's level of intoxication. The results of the PBT, however, are not admissible in evidence to prove intoxication. What is a PBT? Preliminary breath test - A PBT is a screening device used by officers to determine whether there is probable cause to arrest a suspected drunk driver. Refusing the PBT is not a violation of Wisconsin's implied consent law, nor is there any penalty for not taking the test. What causes police to suspect drunken driving in the first place? The following is adapted from a list developed by the National Highway Traffic Saftey Administration: Too wide a turn, driving over/crossing the center/fog line, tailgating, unnecessary braking, questionable signaling, and increasingly, 911 callers. What signs of intoxication are police looking for when they first pull me over? In my experience, officers arrest narratives most often contain: odor of intoxicants; red/bloodshot eyes; slurred speech;staggered gait; and difficulty producing license from wallet or purse. Other common observations are: difficulty exiting the vehicle; using the vehicle for support; swaying while standing; inability to follow directions; starting an FST before being told to; and aggressive or other inappropriate attitude.
Fort Atkinson
1. Rogers & Westrick: Being arrested and charged with a crime can be a devastating experience. You are suddenly thrust into the legal system, a world you may no nothing about. Your job, your reputation, even your freedom may be on the line. Who can you trust to look out for your best interests?
Franklin
1. Konstantakis Law Offices: Traffic Violations Defense Why You Don't Just Pay the Ticket... After being stopped and cited for a moving violation, many people simply choose to pay the fine and move on with their lives. The problem is that, in addition to the likelihood that your insurance premiums will be raised, accepting the ticket puts points on your driving record. This places you closer to losing your license if you end up in the wrong place at the wrong time on just a few more occasions.
Germantown
1. Vanden Heuvel & Dineen: When seeking a Criminal Defense Attorney to protect your rights in court, the lawyer selected for representation may impact the rest of your life.
Glendale
Green Bay
Greenfield
1. Magner, Hueneke, Smith & Borda: A drunk driving arrest can be a frightening experience. For many people, it is their only encounter with the law.
Hayward
1. Lein Law Offices: A drunk-driving arrest or a DUI/OWI charge can result in serious penalties upon conviction, including loss of license, significant fines and jail time.
Hudson
Janesville
1. Braunschweig, Mason: Felonies and misdemeanors Drug charges Drunk driving Domestic violence Traffic Juvenile presentation
Jefferson
1. Witt, Mike: Personal Injury State-Wide Experience Defending OWI & Criminal Cases Traffic Trials & Appeals
2. Monogue & Witt: The typical drunk driving case therefore presents the accused with three separate and distinct problems. First, and most obvious, is the operating under the influence charge itself. This charge, usually issued in the form of a traffic citation and sometimes followed up on with a criminal complaint charges the accused with being too impaired by their consumption of alcohol to safely operate their motor vehicle. The government does not need a test result to try and convict on this charge. A person can be prosecuted for this offense based upon their driving, their demeanor, their field sobriety test performance, and any admissions made to the police officers at the time of arrest. However, a chemical test result revealing a prohibited alcohol concentration constitutes prima facie evidence of impairment. What this means in English is that a judge or jury is permitted to find that the accused was impaired based upon the test result alone. In first or second offense cases, the prohibited alcohol level in the State of Wisconsin is currently .10. A person accused of a third offense is subject to a prohibited level of .08, and a person accused of a fourth or subsequent lifetime offense is subject to a prohibited alcohol level of .02.
Juneau
1. Sciascia Law Office: Misdemeanor and Felony Traffic Offenses Some traffic offenses are more serious than others and can result in penalties as serious as imprisonment. While a traffic infraction might be a minor matter if no one is hurt, the same incident can be a misdemeanor or felony if someone is hurt or killed or if there is serious property damage. Some specific traffic offenses, however, are considered serious violations on their own, such as drunk driving or operating a vehicle without a license. A person charged with a traffic-related crime should treat his or her situation seriously and contact an attorney who can help to protect his or her legal rights.
Kenosha
Kewaunee
1. Ellis Street Law Office: If you have been accused of a crime, or think you might be, you need an attorney with specialized knowledge of criminal defense in the State of Wisconsin. Criminal defense law is complicated, and your freedom, reputation, and possibly your job are all at stake in a criminal case. Home Sexual Assault Drunk Driving Traffic / Criminal Traffic Drug Cases Property Crimes Revocations Appeals Domestic Abuse In a criminal case the most important thing is to have an experienced lawyer. You should talk to an experienced lawyer as soon as possible if you are in trouble. Do not talk to the police without an attorney present, and without first talking to a lawyer specializing in criminal defense.
LaCrosse
Lake Geneva
Lakewood
1. Stellpflug Law: Felony Offenses Misdemeanor Offenses Drug Offenses Drunk Driving/OWI Restraining Orders & Related Criminal Offenses
Madison Madison Madison Madison Madison Madison
1. VanWagner and Wood: OWI stands for operating while under the influence of an intoxicant (alcohol, illegal drugs, prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, energy drugs...etc.) and perhaps contrary to popular belief, you can get an OWI even if you don't test (i.e. you refuse to submit to a breath or blood test), and even if you are not drunk.
Manitowac
Marshfield
1. Wolfgram, Gamoke & Hutchinson: Business Law - Civil Litigation - Collections and Foreclosures - Construction Law Criminal Law - Municipal Law - Person Injury - Worker's Compensation Probate and Estate Planning - Product Liability - Real Estate Law Social Security Disability - Tax Law
Menasha
1. Pedersen & Shaha: Criminal Cases/Drunk Driving Drunk Driving Drug Offenses Domestic Abuse Operating After Revocation/Suspension Felonies Misdemeanors
2. Pitsch Law Offices: You are under "arrest" when a police officer takes you into custody and you are no longer free to leave. It has little to do with whether you have been handcuffed or physical restrained. The key is the exercise of police authority over a person. When someone is arrested the police must follow legal procedures. The police must inform you of your rights before you can be questioned.
Menomonie
Mequon
1. Blumenfield & Sherreff: Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Criminal and Traffic Defense, Intellectual Property Litigations, Estate Planning, and Real Estate
Merrill
1. Ament, Wulf, Frokjer & Hersil: Personal Injury** Workers Compensation** Social Security Disability** Unsafe Products** Auto Accidents** Farm Accidents** Construction Site Accidents** Real Estate Estate Planning and Probate Divorce, Custody and Paternity Traffic and Criminal matters
Middleton
1. Mays Law Office: The social, civil and criminal consequences of drunk driving convictions have lasting effects. In Wisconsin, if you are arrested for drunk driving, you will be required to appear in either a Municipal or Circuit Court. If convicted, you will receive steep fines and may be sentenced to jail time. (See How To Calculate Your Blood Alcohol Level - BAC). You have rights. You have the right to be represented by an Attorney and to cross-examine the witnesses, even if they are police officers. Having Attorney Stephen Mays beside you may make all the difference to the final outcome of whether charges are dismissed, reduced, or carry their full penalty. If convicted on a first offense, in addition to facing a forfeiture, a steep fine, and other associated court costs, your driving privileges may berevoked for 6 to 9months. Youwill also be required to attend a mandatory alcohol education program and an alcohol treatment program. Additionally, your insurance company may increase your rates to an unmanageable level or you may loose your license. A second convictionwill result in driving privileges beingrevoked for 12 to 18 months, a minimum of 5 days to 6 months in jail, steep fines, and associated court costs. A third conviction may result in driving privileges being suspended for 2 years or revoked. A fifth conviction is a felony in Wisconsin
Milwaukee Milwaukee
Minocqua
1. Harrold, Scrobell & Danner: If you are charged with drunk driving, the charges can impact your insurance rates, your ability to drive, and you may even face jail time. It is important that you preserve your rights while protecting your reputation, regardless of the offense.
Monroe
1. Burns Law Office: You don't need to talk to the police if you don't want to. If you do talk to them, you cannot lie to them or mislead them.
Mount Calvery
Mauston
1. Curran, Hollenbeck & Orton: OWI / Drunk Driving Drugs Crimes Firearms Offenses Sex Offenses Theft/Burglary/Property Crimes Domestic Violence Assault/Battery/Violent Crimes Juvenile Crimes Probation Trespass Embezzlement (Theft in Business Setting) Traffic Offenses & License Reinstatement
Neenah
1. Hammett Bellin & Oswald: In Wisconsin, the first drunk driving (OWI/DWI/DUI) offense is civil and involves a fine and driver's license suspension; second and later offenses are criminal and result in jail time. A fifth offense is automatically a felony and often means the accused will go to prison. In most counties, the conviction rate is greater than 90 percent. If you were arrested for drunk driving or operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs, you may feel there is nothing a lawyer can do to improve your position, and it will be easiest to pay your fine and forget the issue. We urge you, before making that decision, to discuss your situation and a possible defense against drunk driving charges with an attorney.
New Berlin
1. Gatzke & Ruppelt & Bucher: A conviction on DUI/OWI charges will result in fines, driver's license suspension or revocation, and possibly land you in jail. In addition, your insurance company may increase your rates to an unmanageable level. In defending against an impaired driving charge, you have many rights as a criminal defendant, including the right to cross-examine the witnesses against you, even if they are police officers. An experienced attorney can make all the difference in such a difficult case.
New Richmond
1. Doar Drill & Skow: An arrest for drunk driving has serious consequences. Without a strong defense strategy, you could lose money, your privilege to drive and your freedom.
Oconomowic
1. Raskopf, Eric: Officer, please understand I refuse to talk with you until I consult with my attorney. I also refuse to consent to any search of these premises, or any other premises under my control, or in which I have a possesory, proprietary or privacy interest, including my car, my body or effects. I hereby demand to immediately be allowed the reasonable opportunity to obtain the advise of my attorney by telephone. I desire to exercise all my rights guaranteed by the Constitution of the United States and the State of Wisconsin, to be free from your interference with my person or affairs. If you attempt to question me, I want my lawyer present. I refuse to participate in any line-up or perform any physical acts (except OWI related tests), or to speak or display my person or property at your direction, without first conferring with my lawyer. If I am under arrest, I wish to invoke and exercise my Miranda rights. If you ignore my exercise of these rights and attempt to procure a waiver, I want to confer with my lawyer prior to any conversation with you. If I am to be taken into custody, removed from my present location, or separated from my property, I request a reasonable opportunity to make arrangements to secure my own property. I do not consent to any impoundment or inventory of my property. I do hereby waive any claim of liability for loss, theft or damage against you, your superiors, or any other authority, and agree to hold all harmless therefrom, if I am afforded the reasonable opportunity to arrange for the safekeeping of my own property. If this reasonable opportunity is denied or is unavailable, I demand that only such intrusion occur as is minimally necessary to secure such property, hereby waiving any claim of liability for your failure to scrutinize the property or its contents prior to it being secured. If I am not under arrest I want to leave. If I am free to leave, please tell me immediately so that I may go about my business.
Onalaska
Oshkosh
1. Basiliere, Thompson, Bissett & Castonia: Operating Under the Influence(OWI) and Criminal Traffic Matters A first-offense Operating Under the Influence, also known as OWI, is not a criminal offense. However, a second or subsequent OWI is regarded as a criminal offense and requires mandatory jail time, as well as a mandatory loss of oneÕs driving privileges. Jail time is determined based upon whether you were involved in an accident, as well as the level of alcohol in your blood (BAC) at the time of your arrest. In Wisconsin, an OWI fifth offense is regarded as a felony, as are some OWI offenses involving minor passengers. You may be able to participate in the Winnebago County Safe Streets Treatment Options Program (a/k/a SSTOP). This diversion program can be explained in greater detail by your attorney. Further traffic matters such as Operating Without A Valid DriverÕs License, or Operating With a Revoked License are also regarded as criminal offenses.
Phillips
1. Slaby, Deda, Marshall & Reinhard: If you have been charged with OWI / DUI / drunk driving, contact a Wisconsin criminal defense attorney...
Racine
1. Younglove, Michael: VIOLENT CRIMES ¥ HOMICIDES ¥ DRUG OFFENSES ¥ SEX OFFENSES ¥ BURGLARY ¥ THEFT ¥ JUVENILE OFFENSES ¥ ROBBERY ¥ WHITE COLLAR CRIMES ¥ DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED ¥ TRAFFIC OFFENSES ¥ COMPUTER CRIMES ¥ DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ¥ PROBATION VIOLATIONS ¥ UNEMPLOYMENT APPEALS
2. Cabranes Law Offices: Felonies Misdemeanors Adult & Juvenile Sexual Assault Domestic Abuse Robbery / Burglary / Theft Federal and State Courts Assault & Battery Drug Offenses Drunk Driving Traffic Appeals
3. Murphy, Paulson & Murphy: If you have been arrested and charged with a crime in Wisconsin, you face potentially serious and long-lasting consequences. With fines, loss of driving privileges, incarceration and a criminal record at stake, it is important to seek the guidance of an attorney who takes your charges as seriously as you do. A criminal conviction can limit your job prospects and just being locked up can keep you from working, with devastating consequences to your family. Count on an experienced lawyer to protect and enforce your constitutional rights at every step.
4. Richards & Hall: The sooner representation is secured the sooner your rights can be protected.
5. Robert Keller: Wisconsin's criminal code is one of the toughest in the United States. If you have been charged with a crime or are under investigation for a crime, you should consult with a qualified criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.
Random Lake
1. Hawley, Kaufman & Kautzer: There are two types of court cases -- criminal and civil. A criminal case arises when the government seeks to punish an individual for an act that has been classified as a crime by the United States Congress or the Wisconsin Legislature. A civil case, on the other hand involves a dispute over the rights and duties that individuals and organizations legally owe to each other. In a criminal case, a prosecutor who works for the government, not the victim, controls the case. The prosecutor may file criminal charges even if the victim of the crime does not approve, or refuse to file criminal charges despite the victim's desire that criminal charges be filed. Under criminal law there are two types of cases: Misdemeanors, and Felonies. 1. Misdemeanors A misdemeanor is a criminal offense. It is less serious than a felony and more serious than an infraction. Misdemeanors usually involve a fine and other punishments including probation, and jail time. In Wisconsin, there are three types of misdemeanor cases: Class A, Class B, and Class C. Class C misdemeanors are punished less severely than Class A misdemeanors. While less serious than felonies, misdemeanors are still are considered criminal offenses and they will remain on the violator's criminal record. Examples of misdemeanors include marijuana possession, operating while intoxicated (OWI), and basic assaults. 2. Felonies A felony is a very serious criminal offense with severe punishments. Examples include such crimes as fraud, sexual assault, and robbery. In Wisconsin, the punishment for committed felonies can include a term in prison. Rights that can be taken include the right to vote, the right to bear arms, and the right to serve on a jury. Wisconsin has nine separate classes of felonies, ranging from Class A (having the highest level of punishment, life in prison) to Class I (having the lowest level of punishment, a fine and several years in prison). Summary Misdemeanor and felony cases in Wisconsin involve many important stages. Because criminal cases involve constitutional rights and potentially significant penalties, they often require multiple court hearings and take several months to complete. The defendant must attend every court hearing, unless the judge excuses attendance and authorizes the attorney to appear in the defendant's place. Ordinances While not criminal cases, ordinance violations can be serious. Wisconsin's new seatbelt law and violations such as underage drinking and littering are examples. While punishment is less severe, infractions are worth discussing with an attorney.
Rhinelander
1. Cirilli Law Offices: When a person is charged with a crime, the event precipitating the charge could have been caused by a variety of factors. Sometimes a person is in the wrong place at the wrong time, and at other times a person's own actions bring about some type of criminal culpability. Once a person is charged with a crime, two things are important to remember. First, bad things do happen to good people and just because a person is charged with a crime does not necessarily mean that person has a criminal heart. Secondly, whether the person charged is a first time offender or a person who is familiar with the criminal justice system, there are very few instances in which the person charged could not benefit from a skilled and experienced criminal law attorney. In selecting an attorney, an individual should look for an attorney who has vast experience in the criminal justice system. The attorney should have experience handling not only simple traffic citations, but also serious felony cases. The attorney must have the knowledge to utilize the applicable law to help defend you, and also the experience to utilize that system for the benefit of the client.
Sheboygan
1. Holden & Hahn: dwi, dui, owi, oui attorneys & lawyers
2. Kaehne, Brett: Drunk driving defense DUI and OWI defense Representation for traffic tickets License revocations Restoring lost points
3. Wurtz, Roth, Basler & Brock: OWI / DWI Speeding Revocations Disorderly Conduct Possession Other Traffic/Criminal Offenses
4. Melowsiki Associates: While many attorneys claim to "handle" drunk driving cases, the vast majority lack either the skill, expertise or desire to obtain meaningful results for their clients.
5. Heckes, Roberta: * Speeding * Log books * Equipment violations * Overweight violations * Improper lane changes * OWI and DUI
6. Obear, Kirk: If youÕve been accused of a crime it is crucial that you speak to someone experienced in defending your rights as soon as possible. If you wait, you may lose the opportunity to exercise certain rights in your case. OWI, DUI, DRUNK DRIVING In Wisconsin, drunk driving, DWI, and DUI are charged as OWI- Operating While Impaired or Intoxicated. Specifically, you can be charged with OWI for operating under the influence of alcohol, a controlled substance, or a combination of alcohol and a controlled substance, or any other drug that makes a person less capable of driving safely (includes prescriptions and over the counter drugs- Ambien, Vicodin, Nyquil, etc.). OWI Refusal (If you refuse a test of your breath or blood when you are pulled over by law enforcement you may be charged with a "refusal" and the court may revoke your driving privileges for at least 1 year, or more if you have prior convictions. This is true even if the police took blood from you after you refused.)
Sturgeon Bay
1. David Sparr: Traffic violations such as speeding, DWI / DUI, illegal lane usage, reckless driving, failure to yield, and following too closely can result in license suspensions and higher insurance rates. Depending on the violation and how it is resolved, you may be fined, referred to a special program, or sent to jail.
2. Stephen Johnson: The basic rights of a citizen under arrest are stated in the Fifth, Sixth and Eighth Amendments of the "Bill of Rights" of the United States Constitution. "No person . . . shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself, nor be deprived of life, liberty or property, without due process of law." (Fifth Amendment). "In all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial, by an impartial jury . . . and to be informed of the nature and cause of the accusation; to be confronted with the witnesses against him; to have compulsory process for obtaining witnesses in his favor; and to have the assistance of counsel for his defense." (Sixth Amendment). "Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor shall cruel and unusual punishments be inflicted." (Eighth Amendment). Since the adoption of the Fourteenth Amendment to the Constitution, the states have also had to guarantee these rights. This amendment provides: "No state shall make or enforce any law which shall abridge the privileges or immunities of the citizens of the United States . . ."
Superior
1. Zuber, Stephen: Homicides Felonies Misdemeanors Drug Offenses DWI / Traffic Juvenile Offenses Criminal Sexual Conduct Theft, Assaults, Domestic Abuse Habitual Criminal Cases Parole and Probation Violations Criminal Appeals
2. Johansen Law Office: Criminal defense
Unknown
1. Reitz, Mandelman & Lawent: Mention DUI Defenders and get up to 10% discount. (Some firms may not honor this offer)
Verona
Watertown
1. Fischer Law Office: Felonies and misdemeanors White collar crimes Homicides Theft Drug charges Drunk driving Traffic violations
Waupun
1. Grant, Grant & Snow: Criminal defense (including felony, misdemeanor, traffic and drunk driving)
Wausau
1. Ellison & David: * Drug possession including marijuana, crack cocaine, methamphetamine, prescription drugs * Drug sales * Domestic disputes * DUI or drunk driving * Assault and battery * Sexual assault * Sex with a minor * Larceny * Murder
2. Hess Law: The commonly used terminology is "drunk driving" or "operating while intoxicated" (OWI), but the law refers to impairment from either alcohol or drugs or both. Specifically, the law prohibits a person from driving or operating a motor vehicle while "under the influence of an intoxicant or a controlled substance" or a combination thereof.
Waukesha
Wauwatosa
1. Galang, Manuel: Criminal ¥ Felonies ¥ Misdemeanors ¥ Drug offenses ¥ Domestic abuse ¥ Theft / fraud ¥ Battery When charged with a crime, you face the possibility of paying excessive fines and court costs. Worse yet, you face the terrible possibility of going to jail. The biggest mistake a person can make is representing themselves or hiring the wrong attorney. A good criminal defense attorney should not only assist you through the criminal process, but also help you understand the process. He should be available to respond to your questions in a timely manner and reassure you that he is doing everything to defend your interests. A good criminal defense attorney knows the rules of evidence, the rules of criminal procedure, local rules, and local customs. He should attempt to negotiate with prosecutors for a dismissal or reduction of the charge against you. A good criminal defense attorney will preserve your constitutional right to a fair trial. If necessary, he will prepare, present, and argue your defenses at a trial and in the worst case minimize your penalty should your case go to sentencing.
West Allis
1. Marola, Thomas: If you have been charged with Wisconsin OWI or another drunk-driving charge, you need to act quickly to put an experienced criminal defense attorney at your side. Being convicted of breaking OWI (DUI) laws in Wisconsin can result in serious penalties that can mean jail time, heavy fines, and the loss of your right to drive. An OWI conviction for a BAC greater than .1% can remain on your record for life. Penalties for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated range from a forfeiture and license revocation for a first offense, to up to 6 years imprisonment, 3 year license revocation, and possible seizure of vehicles for subsequent offenses. Additionally, more severe penalties apply if injury or death results.
West Bend
1. Kim & LaVoy: criminal law attorneys & lawyers, dwi, dui, owi, oui
2. Mayer Law Office: If you are arrested for drunk driving, you may be worried about what the future. You are probably worried about what impact it will have on your driving privileges, how much your insurance will increase and the consequences you will face in the criminal system. If that is the situation you are facing, it is important to work with an experienced lawyer who can help you understand your rights and the options you have available. Wisconsin Drunk Driving Defense Many people think that after they are arrested for drunk driving that they have no options. That is not the case. In some situations, a strong defense can be built based on factors such as: Illegal stop Search and arrest Intoxilyzer and blood test results A drunk driving conviction could negatively impact your future. People who need to operate vehicles for their job Ñ including taxi drivers, police officers and people with commercial drivers' licenses (CDL) Ñ may lose their livelihood. If you refuse a chemical test or have negative results, you may be facing license revocation. If you have had previous OWI convictions, you may be required to use an ignition interlock device. The use of drugs, including prescription drugs, may adversely impact the results of blood or alcohol tests. Contact an experienced West Bend OWI/DUI attorney to protect your rights throughout the case.
3. Lanning Law: driving while under the influence, commonly referred to as DUI (driving under the influence) or OWI (operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated)
4. Doherty, Joseph: Penalties for DWI / DUI The consequences of a DWI / DUI conviction are severe. Your license is automatically revoked for six months. You can obtain an occupational license that allows you to drive to work. However, you have to wait for 30 days for the occupational license after the second offense and one year after the third offense. Other penalties include fines, jail time and mandatory class attendance. If drugs are found in your car when you are stopped for suspicion of DWI / DUI, the penalties increase. Contact an Experienced DWI / DUI Lawyer You do not want to leave matters to chance when facing a DWI / DUI charge. The stakes are high and could affect your ability to work or find a place to live.
5. Waring Fincke: If you are arrested for drunk driving, you will need to figure out if you want to take a breath or chemical test, as required by law. If you refuse to take such a test, after being arrested for drunk driving, your driver's license can be revoked for a year or more for refusing to take the test. If you have been arrested for just drunk driving, it may be advisable to take the test. If you were involved in an accident where people were killed or seriously injured, it may be advisable not to take the test and suffer the revocation rather than give the police evidence of your possible intoxication. In either event, the police do not have to let you speak with a lawyer before taking the test. If you tell them that you will not take the test without a lawyer present, they will treat your comment as a refusal and so will the court.
Wisconsin Rapids
1. Nash Law Group: Criminal Law
2. Schmidt, Grace & Duncan: ... proper procedures which should be utilized by law enforcement officers attempting to convict people of operating while under the influence. The laws in Wisconsin and throughout the U.S. do not specifically ban individuals from driving drunk. However, they do speak to the fact that driving under the influence is illegal. The terms that are frequently used are OWI and DUI, referring to operating under the influence of (or operating while impaired by) an intoxicant or other drug. It is important to know that it police officer does not have to actually observe an individual in the act of driving in order to stop them for an OWI or DUI. It is enough that a person has either turned on the ignition or has left the motor running while the vehicle is in the park position. The statutory definition of operation of a vehicle is "the physical manipulation or activation of any of the controls of a motor vehicle necessary to put it in motion." The fact that a vehicle may be immobile due to engine problems or being stuck does not prevent an officer from arresting the driver on suspicion of OWI. A lawyer at our firm can review your situation and determine how best to handle your OWI case. We examine all aspects of the case, including any violations of police procedure or your civil rights.

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