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Missouri DWI

Getting arrested for a Missouri DWI isn’t uncommon. There are, however, serious consequences that can come with the charge. You run the risk of going to jail, paying fines, losing your license and maybe even losing your job. If you find yourself charged with a Missouri DWI, you need an aggressive attorney to help protect your rights through the legal process. You want a St. Louis DWI lawyer who understands the way DWI officers do their field sobriety tests, take breath and blood samples, prepare their reports and document the evidence they have against you.

There are serious consequences that can come with a Missouri DWI charge.

If you have been arrested for a Missouri DWI you must act quickly to preserve your rights. You only have 15 days from the arrest to challenge the automatic suspension of your license. If you don’t act within this time frame you may lose the right to challenge your suspension.  Failure to act can result in the suspension of your license for a minimum of 30 days – even longer depending on the circumstances.

A first Missouri DWI offense carries up to six months in jail in addition to significant fines. If you have one or more prior offenses on your record, the penalties increase substantially. If you have more than one DWI on your record, you may face felony charges.

If you are involved in an accident, or cause injury or death to another person while driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you can face additional charges. If you find yourself charged with Assault or Involuntary Manslaughter arising out of an alcohol related automobile accident, you are facing serious charges that carry substantial prison time.

With so much at stake, it’s critical for you to work with a St. Louis DWI lawyer who knows how to defend your rights in court. For more than 15 years, Martin Minnigerode worked in the St. Louis criminal justice system. He has led cases involving DWI, vehicular assaults and manslaughter charges resulting from intoxicated driving. He has the knowledge and experience to protect your rights and help you reach the best possible outcome for your individual case.

Remember, acting quickly after you are arrested for a Missouri DWI is important. If you or a loved one has been charged with DWI or more serious related charges, call a St. Louis DWI lawyer at The Law Office of Martin Minnigerode, LLC today at 314-266-4686.

For more information, you also can visit the Missouri Department of Revenue’s DWI page.