Missouri Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Attorneys

The nightmare of being charged with driving while intoxicated can happen to just about anyone. If you drink, there may come a time when you honestly believe you’re perfectly able to drive – but you’re not. This does not make you less than a model citizen. It makes you human.

In fact, you really might have been perfectly fine to drive, but something went wrong during the arrest process to convince the authorities otherwise. Whether you’ve been wrongfully charged or made an honest mistake, the lawyers at Miller & Hine will work hard to correct the mistake and to make sure your arrest does not ruin the rest of your life.

How A DWI Conviction Can Make Your Life Very Difficult

By making a guilty plea, you would go from making a bad decision to a worse decision, one that will cost thousands of dollars and severely impact your life for many years to come.

Here’s what may happen if your case goes the wrong way:

• You could lose your license
• Your insurance may cost more or be canceled
• You could face heavy fines
• You could even spend time in jail

DWI convictions in Missouri have serious consequences. Depending on your blood alcohol level, criminal history and other circumstances of your case, a first DWI conviction can carry a potential punishment of up to six months in jail, a fine of up to $5,000 dollars, and your driving privileges may be suspended or revoked for one year. In addition, judges may order an ignition interlock device, community service, attendance of a victim impact panel, required urine testing and/or the completion of an alcohol/drug education and treatment program. As you can imagine, the consequences are even more severe for a second or higher offense. Don’t take a chance when you can obtain qualified and competent legal advice.

How A Missouri DWI Attorney Can Help

Remember, you are innocent unless proven guilty, and the burden of proving your guilt rests entirely upon the government. Furthermore, depending on the facts and circumstances of your case, it may be possible to reduce some of the charges against you to a lesser offense or complete dismissal of the case.

When you are looking for an attorney, keep in mind that you need counsel to successfully defend your rights. However, you also need an attorney who understands the personal stress this situation causes. When it comes to defending these allegations against you, we can provide you with the peace of mind in knowing you are making the right decisions to move on with your life.

The attorneys at Miller & Hine have a goal to keep your record clean, so you don’t lose your freedom or your license. Please call us at (314) 413-2053 for a free consultation, and together we will discuss the details of the incident and what we can do to help you.