DWI FAQ's

I did not refuse to take a breath test, so why did the cop say I did?

If you take too long during the administration of a breath test or if for any reason you do not take it, an officer is instructed to consider it a refusal. However, there is no need to be discouraged if you’re facing this charge. With the help of an experienced, competent lawyer, refusal of a breath test can be one of your strongest not guilty arguments during a trial.

If I failed a breath test, shouldn't I just plead guilty and not risk taking my case to trial?

Failing a breath test does not automatically mean that you will be found guilty. Many breath test cases have been argued and obtained not guilty verdicts.

I was driving my boat on a lake when a cop arrested me for being ‘under the influence.’ How can they do that?

Operating a boat while intoxicated is no different than driving while intoxicated, except that you are operating a water craft.

I was arrested for DWI after I collided with another vehicle. The other person was injured. What is going to happen to me?

Causing serious bodily injury to another human being unintentionally while operating a car, boat, or airplane in a public place is a felony. The punishment can range anywhere from 2 – 10 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. In general, District Attorneys will not allow probation unless the injured person and his or her family agrees to it. In most cases, the judge will go along with the recommendation of the District Attorney.

I am being faced with Intoxicated Manslaughter. What am I up against?

First things first, hire a DWI lawyer that specializes in criminal law. A prosecutor must first prove DWI before there is the possibility of obtaining a conviction for intoxication manslaughter. In addition, a DWI is considered a ‘lesser included offense’ of intoxication manslaughter, and an experienced lawyer may be able to obtain a reduction of the original charge to DWI.

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