Benjamin Legal Services:
OWI law covers more
than alcohol
The legal BAC (blood alcohol
concentration) limit for a first time OWI (operating while intoxicated)
offender is .08. Nearly 40% of all fatal crashes are alcohol-related and
78% of drivers in fatal OWI crashes are first-time OWI offenders.
OWI law covers more than alcohol. The
legal definition is "operating while under the influence of an
intoxicant, any controlled substance, any other drugs, or a combination
thereof." Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal. It
is also dangerous. Plain and simple.
If you have been arrested for OWI or
have been issued a citation for Zero Tolerance, you will be required to
complete a substance abuse assessment and any recommended treatment. In
addition, you are required to complete an educational course for
drinking drivers. Information on this and other effects of OWI will be
thoroughly explained to you by one of our experienced attorneys.
Once youve received an OWI ticket, you
need representation. You need an attorney experience with traffic law
and OWI cases, which is willing to take that extra step to help with
your unique case. MGM Lawyers have experienced attorneys on staff who
are willing to go that extra mile and take every step possible to make
sure your rights were not violated and get you the best possible outcome
for your situation.