DUI / DWI
DUI (driving under the influence), DWI (driving while impaired/intoxicated) and OUI (operating under the influence) are common criminal offenses throughout the United States.
Throughout the U.S., the act of operating a motor vehicle while one's abilities are impaired and/or one's blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is .08% or higher, is illegal. (Different limitations are set for commercial drivers and drivers who are under 21 years old). While specific penalties will vary state to state, the penalties associated with DUI, DWI or OUI include: driver's license suspension, fines, jail time, community service, alcohol/drug rehabilitation or counseling, and more.
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Working with an attorney is most often a wise choice when a driver is facing charges involving DUI, DWI or OUI, as an attorney will know what is needed to defend the case and offer the driver the greatest opportunity of avoiding the many harsh penalties associated with this criminal offense.
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