You may have heard of the terms DUI and DWI, and you may have even seen them used interchangeably. So the question that many people want to know is if a DUI and DWI are the same thing? Technically speaking, there is a difference between the two charges. However, the legal system in Missouri has decided to incorporate the two …
DUIs & Prescription Drugs: When They Don’t Mix
It is a well-known fact that driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol can impair your driving. Impaired driving is a dangerous act that not only puts you at risk but other roadway users and pedestrians in harm’s way. Many of us have seen numerous advertisements and marketing campaigns focused on the negative impacts of drunk driving. It’s …
Understanding SATOP in Springfield, MO
One of the most common questions DWI Springfield receives from people who have been convicted of a DWI in Missouri or who have had their license suspended as a result of a DUI or DWI is whether or not they need to participate in SATOP or Substance Abuse Traffic Offender Program. The answer is yes if you wish to have …
Missouri Ignition Interlock Device FAQs
As of 1996, Missouri has been implementing what is known as the Ignition Interlock Law. This law requires that all second-time DWI offenders in Missouri fix an Ignition Interlock Device (IID) to any vehicle they are operating. Although this law has been effective for almost 23 years many people still have many questions about how this law and how the …
Should You Hire a DWI Defense Attorney for Your First DWI?
Being charged with any type of legal infraction, can cause most people to become a little nervous, especially if the charge is more serious than say an insurance ticket or jay-walking. Similarly, being pulled over and charged with your first DWI can be a disheartening experience, luckily you don’t and shouldn’t have to go it alone. There is DWI help …
Need DWI Help in Springfield, MO? Ask These Questions to Find The Help You Need
If you’ve been charged with a DUI/DWI charge, you need to find DWI help in Springfield fast. One of the most important things you can do in order to have a fighting chance against the charges you’re facing is to hire an experienced DWI attorney. However, with over 28,000 licensed Missouri attorneys it can be hard to narrow your options …